New on HBO Max in May 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch this month
HBO Max is set to release a variety of new shows and movies in May 2026, including highly anticipated films and returning series. Among the highlights is Emerald Fennell's 2026 adaptation of 'Wuthering Heights,' starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. The lineup also features the return of Jason Momoa's docuseries 'On the Roam' for a second season and several new original films.
- ▪HBO Max will add dozens of new movies and TV shows in May 2026.
- ▪Emerald Fennell's 'Wuthering Heights' adaptation, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, will be available to stream starting May 1.
- ▪Jason Momoa's docuseries 'On the Roam' returns for its second season on HBO Max in May 2026.
- ▪The platform will also feature the Jim Rash-directed HBO original movie and the Charli XCX mockumentary 'The Moment.'
- ▪New additions include the psychological thriller 'Lurker' and 40 additional movies joining the library.
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Entertainment Streaming HBO Max New on HBO Max in May 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch this month News By Martin Shore published 28 April 2026 All the new releases coming to HBO Max this May When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: HBO Max; Shutterstock) Jump to: Top Picks Everything new on HBO Max Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter May is almost upon us, and that means it's time to look ahead to the new movies and TV shows coming to all the best streaming services in the next few weeks.
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