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[02/25/25 - 01:02 PM]
Warner Bros. Discovery to Launch Max Streaming Service in Australia on March 31
"We've been clear that the globalization of Max is a top priority, and Australia represents one of our biggest new markets and a significant opportunity to delight even more fans with the incredible stories told by our iconic brands," said JB Perrette.

[via press release from Warner Bros. Discovery]

Warner Bros. Discovery To Launch Max Streaming Service In Australia On March 31

Max to be the home of HBO and Max Originals, as well as fan favorite series from Warner Bros. Television such as "Friends," "The Big Bang Theory" and "Rick and Morty," and recently released blockbusters from Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Studios

Season two of hit series "The Last of Us" to debut exclusively on Max on April 14

Foxtel subscribers to enjoy access to Max as of launch

Sydney, Australia (February 25, 2025) - Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) announced today that its premier streaming service Max will launch direct-to-consumer in Australia on Monday, March 31 (AEDT).

Max brings together the best from iconic brands such as HBO, Warner Bros., the DC Universe, Harry Potter and Discovery, as well as Cartoon Network, TLC, ID, HGTV and more, all in one place.

As the home of HBO Originals and Max Originals, Max will offer fans culture-defining series including returning seasons of The Last of Us, And Just Like That..., House of the Dragon, Euphoria and Peacemaker as well as highly anticipated new shows such as It: Welcome to Derry and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, from the world of Game of Thrones.

Subscribers will also be able to enjoy recently released theatrical hits from Warner Bros. Pictures, including blockbusters from the last few years such as Barbie, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice and Twisters, alongside treasured franchises including Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings and the DC Universe. Coupled with all-time fan-favourites including Friends, The Big Bang Theory and Rick and Morty, best-in-class real-life stories across food, home, lifestyle and factual like 90 Day Fiancé and Outback Opal Hunters, as well as family viewing such as Ben 10 and We Bare Bears, Max promises to set the bar for consistently captivating, craveable entertainment.

Max will be available for subscription at www.max.com and via app stores, including the Apple Store and Google Play Store, and will be viewable on all major devices such as mobile, tablet, gaming consoles and connected TV, including Hubbl. In addition, WBD also announced a launch partnership with Foxtel, providing Foxtel subscribers with access to the Max app at no additional cost.*

JB Perrette, CEO and President of Global Streaming and Games at WBD, said: "We've been clear that the globalisation of Max is a top priority, and Australia represents one of our biggest new markets and a significant opportunity to delight even more fans with the incredible stories told by our iconic brands. Combining an unrivalled breadth of high-quality content, legendary franchises and a strong product experience, Australians can look forward to the highest-calibre streaming proposition from March 31."

Michael Brooks, General Manager WBD Australia and New Zealand, said: "WBD has a long history in Australia, and we know our world-class content from HBO, Warner Bros., Discovery and more is incredibly popular with audiences here. We have a clear strategy to maximise reach through our direct-to-consumer app and distribution partnerships, and our collaboration with Foxtel at launch is a testament to that. We can't wait for fans across the country to experience Max."

Max will launch in Australia with a range of subscription tiers, including premium, standard and an ad-supported tier. Further details about subscription tiers, pricing, content and product features on Max will be shared in the weeks prior to launch.

Visit www.max.com for further information and to sign up for news about Max.

Friends available from April 1

*Requires a compatible Foxtel IQ box. Some customers will need to upgrade their box. Included Max plan is Basic with Ads.





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