As the birthplace of prestige TV shows like The Sopranos and The Wire , HBO—and, by extension, Max (aka the streamer formerly known as HBO Max )—is best known for its impressive lineup of original series. The network has also been upping the ante with feature-length content that is the stuff of Oscar dreams. However, because Max is not (yet) a production powerhouse like, say, Netflix, hundreds of great movies come and go each month.
So if you see something you want to watch, don’t let it linger in your queue for too long. Below is a list of some of our favorite films streaming on Max—from iconic Westerns to recent Oscar nominees you’ll see near the top of any Best Movies of the Year list. If you decide you’re in more of a TV mood, head over to our picks for the best shows on Max .
If you’re looking for even more recommendations, check out our lists of the best movies on Netflix , the best movies on Amazon Prime , and the best movies on Disney+ . If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism.
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