 |
| (Image Source: Warner Bros. Discovery) |
Max, a brand new streaming experience, is coming to Southeast Asia, Taiwan and Hong Kong on November 19, 2024 as previously announced by Warner Bros. Discovery. Bringing together the highest quality entertainment from brands like HBO, Harry Potter, the DC Universe, Discovery, AFN, Cartoon Network and HGTV, fans will be able to enjoy blockbuster movies, groundbreaking series, iconic hits, engaging real-life content and family favorites all in one place.
As the exclusive home of HBO Originals, Max will premiere Dune: Prophecy from the expanded universe of Dune on November 19, 2024 starring Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Jodhi May and Mark Strong. Dune: Prophecy follows two Harkonnen sisters as they combat forces that threaten the future of humankind and establish the fabled sect that will become known as the Bene Gesserit. Max will be the entertainment destination for audiences in the region featuring culture-defining programming including Game Of Thrones, House Of The Dragon, Friends, The Last Of Us and The White Lotus. Latest series like The Sex Lives Of College Girls, The Penguin and The Franchise will also be available on Max. Joining this amazing collection will be the first show from the new DC Studios, the adult animated series Creature Commandos, written and executive produced by James Gunn, which premieres exclusively on Max on December 5, 2024.
Max will also feature he highly anticipated premiere of Harry Potter: Wizards Of Baking, a reality competition spotlighting legendary storytelling and fantastical edible creations, hosted by James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley). On the other hand, fans of Discovery, TLC, AFN, Food Network, ID (Investigative Discovery) and HGTV’s real-life programming can look forward to new seasons of Deadliest Catch, Gold Rush, Naked And Afraid, 90 Day Fiancé, Dr. Pimple Popper and Property Brothers. Featuring the best of Hollywood movies from some of the biggest studios including Warner Bros. Pictures, Paramount and NBCUniversal, subscribers will have access to the complete Harry Potter and The Lord of the Rings movie collections as well as Oppenheimer, Fast X, The Fall Guy, Despicable Me 4, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Expend4bles, IF,Trolls Band Together, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning and Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts. With Max’s extensive kids offering, families will be able to stream Batwheels, LEGO Ninjago: Dragons Rising, Grizzy and the Lemmings: World Tour as well as the return of everyone’s favorite purple dinosaur in Barney’s World.
Upon launch, subscribers in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Taiwan can enjoy an elevated streaming experience, complemented by a robust platform and customizable experience that will invite fans to find their favorite stories in a seamless way with Max. This includes the following:
• Multiple devices: Max will be available on many different devices – phones, tablets, computers, TVs, and other major platforms.
• Mobile login: Subscribers can access Max using their mobile number after setting up their account for an easy login experience.
• Personalization: Subscribers can create up to five unique profiles, each customizable with favorite characters as avatars, and receive personalized recommendations based on viewing habits.
• Localization: Subscribers will have the option to choose their preferred language when using Max’s interface and can also customize their viewing experience with a selection of subtitles and dubbing languages.
• Navigation: Providing a more intuitive way of exploring Max, subscribers will be able to explore the content offering in seconds by brand, category or genre using aseamless search function.
• My Stuff: Fans can save their favorite content for later in My List or pick up where they left off with Continue Watching.
• Download: Subscribers will have the option to download content for offline or on-the-go viewing.
• Kid-friendly viewing: Kids streaming experience can be customized with personalized profiles curated with age-appropriate content and parental controls including Kid-Proof Exit as an optional setting to keep kids from accessing other profiles.
Max will offer a choice of different plans and will be available for subscription at www.max.com and via app stores, more particularly the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Max will also be available through local third party service providers to be disclosed in the coming weeks. Available plans are the following:
Mobile (1-month plan at Php149 | 12-month plan at Php1,040)
• Stream on 1 mobile device at once
• Standard HD video resolution
• Watch only on mobile phone and tablet
• 15 downloads to watch on the go
Standard (1-month plan at Php269 | 12-month plan at Php1,890)
• Stream on 2 devices at once
• Full HD video resolution
• Watch on more devices, including TVs
• 30 downloads to watch on the go
Ultimate (1-month plan at Php399 | 12-month plan at Php2,790)
• Stream on 4 devices at once
• 4K UHD and Dolby Atmos as available
• Watch on more devices, including TVs
• 100 downloads to watch on the go (limits apply)
