HBO Max U.K. Launch Still Going Ahead Despite Paramount Merger

Variety

by K.J. Yossman

March 3, 2026

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HBO Max is set to launch in the U.K. and Ireland as planned on March 26, despite ongoing discussions about its future following the proposed merger between Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount. The platform will offer subscription plans ranging from £4.99 to £14.99 per month, with TNT Sports available as a standalone or add-on service for £30.99. While Paramount has confirmed plans to merge its own streamer, Paramount+, with HBO Max post-merger, HBO Max will continue to operate independently in the U.K. as part of Warner Bros. Discovery. The launch marks a significant milestone for HBO Max, which is the last major studio streamer to enter the British market. The platform aims to attract audiences with a strong lineup of original content, including Richard Gadd’s “Half Man,” an upcoming “Harry Potter” series, and exclusive titles like “The Pitt.” Additionally, HBO Max will bring all three seasons of “Euphoria” to the U.K., with the third season shared under a prior deal with Sky. These offerings highlight HBO

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Originally published on Variety on 3/3/2026