What's New to Watch on HBO Max the Week of May 1, 2026
HBO Max is adding a variety of new films and shows in the week of May 1, 2026, including Emerald Fennell's controversial adaptation of Wuthering Heights and a documentary on Apple's 50th anniversary hosted by Bill Weir. The service also features the debut of The Bad Foot Clinic, a documentary series about a London podiatrist. Additional new arrivals include a mix of classic films, recent hits, and reality TV seasons.
- ▪Wuthering Heights, a loose adaptation directed by Emerald Fennell, premieres on May 1 and features Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi, and Hong Chau.
- ▪'50 Years of Apple' with CNN's Bill Weir airs on May 5, exploring Apple's history from its founding to modern dominance.
- ▪The Bad Foot Clinic, a documentary series following podiatrist Marion Yao, debuts on May 7.
- ▪HBO Max adds numerous films such as Crazy Rich Asians, Love, Simon, and Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse on May 1.
- ▪The release slate includes reality series like Maine Cabin Masters Season 12 and My Lottery Dream Home Season 18.
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One commonality with streaming services is that the first day of the month sees the addition of dozens of movies to the libraries, and HBO Max is no exception. May sees a wide variety of classics and recent films, including last year's polarizing Wuthering Heights. The rest of the week is strong as well, with intriguing movies and shows. We've got a rundown of everything new streaming on the service below. HBO Max Review 4.0 Excellent Check Price This Week on HBO Max: PCMag's Picks Wuthering Heights (May 1)Emerald Fennell's loose adaptation of Wuthering Heights seemed to viscerally offend some moviegoers who thought they were in for a classic romance rather than a bizarre psychosexual tale of obsession, but that's on them.
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