The Best New Movies & Shows On Max For June 2026

Summer movie and TV season is heating up in a big way. From the return of the fiery fantasy drama House of the Dragon to the debut of the HBO original Life, Larry And The Pursuit Of Unhappiness , there’s no shortage of buzzy new titles to add to your watch list. HBO is also diving deep into compelling real-life stories with the documentary series Bring Me The Beauties: A Model Cult alongside documentaries exploring music, culture, and iconic personalities. Meanwhile, A24 continues its streak of must-watch releases with new films like the feel-good Pillion with Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård and How To Make A Killing with Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley. Whether you’re into fantasy, documentaries, indie dramas, or all of the above, this lineup has something worth streaming, discussing, and obsessing over.

Here's what's coming to HBO Max this June 2026!

House Of The Dragon , Season 3

Trade the wine glasses for dragon chalices because the ultimate Sunday night watch-party obsession is back. Season 3 of HBO Original House of the Dragon returns to plunge Westeros into an all-out family feud as the Greens and the Blacks take their bitter civil war to the skies. Expect peak betrayal, gorgeous costumes, and enough high-stakes group-chat drama to carry you all the way through summer. Debuts June 21, 2026

How To Make A Killing

If your ideal night in involves high-society drama, a massive inheritance feud, and a healthy dose of eye candy, add this to the top of your list. Glen Powell stars as Becket Redfellow, a blue-collar guy who discovers he was disowned at birth by an obscenely wealthy family, and decides he will stop at nothing to claim what’s his. Co-starring the lovely Margaret Qualley and Jessica Henwick, this sleek A24 thriller is the perfect excuse to assemble a charcuterie board and watch a chaotic family dynasty implode. Debuts June 19,2026

Life, Larry And The Pursuit Of Unhappiness

From Larry David and the Obamas is the chaotic, brilliant crossover event we didn’t know we needed. When a prestigious anniversary celebration gets the Curb treatment, the results are pure, unadulterated social awkwardness. Spanning seven weekly episodes and featuring plenty of noteworthy guest cameos, this HBO Original is a brilliant, laugh-out-loud option for your next casual night in with friends. Debuts June 26 , 2026

Eva Longoria: Searching For France , Season 1

Pack your bags! Eva Longoria is taking her culinary journey to the heart of France. In this stunning new season, the actress, producer, and food lover dives deep into the rich history, traditions, and the incredible cuisine that define French culture. Blending breathtaking travel views with mouthwatering dishes, Searching For France is a delicious, multi-episodic celebration of flavor and heritage that you won't want to watch on an empty stomach (cue lazy girl snacks).

Pillion

Looking for something a little more provocative for your next streaming night? A24’s latest indie feature is bound to get your group chat talking. Pillion follows a timid man who finds his quiet life completely upended when an enigmatic, impossibly handsome biker sweeps him off his feet and introduces him to a whole new world as his submissive. Starring Harry Melling and Alexander Skarsgård, this intense, stylized drama is the perfect pick if you're in the mood for something sleek, moody, and completely unpredictable. Debuts June 5 , 2026

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EARTH, WIND & FIRE (To Be Celestial VS. That's the Weight of the World)_

Get ready to dance in September, or well, June. Directed by the brilliant Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, this stunning HBO original documentary dives deep into the legacy, philosophy, and best grooves of the band Earth, Wind & Fire. Featuring commentary from superfans like Barack and Michelle Obama, it’s a nostalgic journey through the band's massive highs and spiritual message. Grab your friends, turn up the volume, and make it a high-energy documentary night. Debuts June 7 , 2026

Bring Me The Beauties: A Model Cult

The glitz and glamour of 1980s New York hides a chilling secret in HBO’s latest documentary series. Directed by Chris Smith (Tiger King , Fyre), Bring Me the Beauties: A Model Cult chronicles the unbelievable rise of male supermodel Hoyt Richards, and his parallel descent into "Eternal Values," a sinister, cult-like group that preyed upon the fashion industry's elite. This sharp, three-episode expose is a gripping look at how power, ambition, and manipulation collided at the height of the decade's excess.Debuts June 1 , 2026

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