New on HBO Max in May 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch this month

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. If you're an HBO Max subscriber, you'll be pleased to know that the streamer has another stack month coming up.Cinephiles will likely be particularly impressed with the line-up this month, as HBO Max's movie library is welcoming dozens of new watches, including Emerald Fennell's adaptation of "Wuthering Heights," the Charli XCX mockumentary "The Moment," and an intense psychological thriller, "Lurker." Plus, there's also a new HBO original movie from Jim Rash and a returning Jason Momoa docuseries to look forward to (among dozens of other releases).Scroll on for more info about our top HBO Max watches for May 2026, plus a complete rundown of everything heading to the platform this month.Article continues below You may like New on HBO Max in April 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch New on HBO Max in February 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch New on HBO Max in March 2026: All the new shows and movies to watch Follow Tom's Guide Entertainment on InstagramNew on HBO Max in April 2026: Top Picks'Wuthering Heights' (2026) "Wuthering Heights" | Official Trailer - YouTube Watch On While I personally wasn't a huge fan of Emerald Fennell's adaptation of "Wuthering Heights," it's one of the most talked-about movies of 2026 so far, and therefore, it stands out as a noteworthy addition to the platform this month.Pitched as "a bold and original reimagining" of Emily Brontë's beloved novel, Fennell's romantic tragedy is big on grand costumes and striking visuals and leans heavily into the sensuality of Cathy (Margot Robbie) and Heathcliff's (Jacob Elordi) toxic, torrid love affair in 18th-Century England. It earned a 3-star verdict from Alix Blackburn (read her "Wuthering Heights" review to see why), but it certainly wasn't for everyone; it may nevertheless find fresh fans now that it's streaming.Stream "Wuthering Heights" on HBO Max from May 1'On the Roam' season 2 On The Roam Season 2 | Official Trailer | HBO Max - YouTube Watch On Two years ago, Jason Momoa hit the road in search of inspiration, looking to meet and learn the secrets of some of the world's greatest artists, and next month, he's doing it again. window.sliceComponents = window.sliceComponents || {}; externalsScriptLoaded.then(() => { window.reliablePageLoad.then(() => { var componentContainer = document.querySelector("#slice-container-newsletterForm-articleInbodyContent-RJkhu2Kg4Gub3aQ64XsmLc"); if (componentContainer) { var data = {"layout":"inbodyContent","header":"Sign up to get the BEST of Tom's Guide direct to your inbox.","tagline":"Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.","formFooterText":"By submitting your information you agree to the <a href=\"https:\/\/futureplc.com\/terms-conditions\/\"…

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