HBO: News

19 Mar 2024

Celebrity

HBO greenlights comedy pilot starring 'Bottoms' star Rachel Sennott

HBO has ordered a pilot for an unnamed 30-minute comedy venture, creatively driven by actor-comedian-screenwriter Rachel Sennott, recognized for her performances in Bodies Bodies Bodies.

05 Mar 2024

Warner Bros

HBO announces 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 release date

Warner Bros Discovery's global streaming and gaming head JB Perrette, on Monday, revealed that HBO's popular series House of the Dragon Season 2 will premiere in June.

25 Feb 2024

Hollywood

2024 SAG Awards: 'Oppenheimer' to 'The Bear,' complete winners list

Months after the historic Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strike that halted Hollywood productions ended, the 30th annual SAG Awards took place in Los Angeles on Saturday night (local time).

20 Feb 2024

John Oliver

Why 'Last Week Tonight' YouTube premiere is getting delayed

HBO is putting an end to sharing next-day clips from the hit comedy talk show Last Week Tonight With John Oliver on YouTube.

16 Feb 2024

Robert Downey Jr.

Park Chan-wook's 'The Sympathizer': Cast, plot, source novel, trailer

Oldboy and Decision to Leave fame South Korean director Park Chan-wook is ready to enrapture audiences with his upcoming historical black comedy miniseries The Sympathizer.

15 Feb 2024

Hollywood

'Superpower': Sean Penn's documentary on Zelenskyy sold to HBO-History Channel

Superpower, a documentary by Sean Penn and Aaron Kaufman, has secured new sales deals, bringing the film to a wider audience.

13 Feb 2024

BLACKPINK

BLACKPINK's Lisa to debut onscreen with 'The White Lotus' S03

The White Lotus Season 3 will feature a K-pop idol in its cast.

03 Feb 2024

Ukraine

Why HBO dropped Miloš Biković from 'The White Lotus' S03

Serbian-Russian actor-producer Miloš Biković has been dropped from the third season of HBO's The White Lotus, reported Deadline.

15 Jan 2024

Emmy Awards

Emmy Awards 2024: 'Succession,' 'The Bear' take home top honors

The 75th Primetime Emmy Awards finally took place at the Peacock Theater on Monday night (local time).

15 Jan 2024

Critics Choice Awards

Paul Giamatti's Best Actor win at Critics Choice—his award-winning journey

The Critics Choice Awards 2024 crowned Paul Giamatti as the Best Actor of the Year for his role in The Holdovers.

09 Jan 2024

Hollywood

Best western movies to watch on HBO Max

It's the thrilling world of western cinema, where dusty landscapes, rugged cowboys, and epic showdowns come to life.

07 Jan 2024

Emmy Awards

Creative Arts Emmys: 'The Last of Us,' 'Wednesday' reign supreme

The 75th Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards—a two-day event—commenced at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Saturday (local time).

03 Jan 2024

Animated Series

Best animated shows to watch on HBO Max

If you're looking for an animated adventure break, dive into the impressive and exciting collection of some of the most standout animated shows on HBO Max.

20 Dec 2023

Hollywood

'Succession' to 'The Last of Us': HBO's best 2023 shows

Over the years, HBO has consistently delivered some of the best shows ever, be it television or OTT.

23 Dec 2023

Hollywood

Charlie Sheen assaulted, strangled by neighbor at Malibu residence: Report

Charlie Sheen, the Hollywood star of the hit CBS sitcom Two and a Half Men, was reportedly attacked in his Malibu home by a neighbor, Electra Schrock.

12 Dec 2023

Golden Globe Awards

Controversies refuse to leave Golden Globes alone

Although the nominations for the 2024 Golden Globes were announced on Monday, the event is still scrambling to find a host.

12 Dec 2023

Christmas Day

Best Christmas/holiday movies to watch on HBO Max

The season to indulge in heartwarming tales and joyous celebrations is here!

08 Dec 2023

Entertainment

'LFG' to 'The War Room': Best documentaries on HBO Max

Immerse yourself in the world of real-life stories and thought-provoking narratives with our curated selection of the best documentaries on HBO Max.

06 Dec 2023

Hollywood

'Birds of Prey,' 'Lucy': Hollywood action movies on HBO Max

Looking for a break from your mundane work day? What's more entertaining than an action-packed three-hour watch?

03 Dec 2023

Hollywood

HBO to make film on disgraced US lawmaker George Santos

HBO Films has secured the rights to Mark Chiusano's book The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos, reported Deadline.

02 Dec 2023

House Of The Dragon

'House of the Dragon' S02: Plot, cast, release—everything to know

As anticipation builds for the second season of House of the Dragon, fans have been treated to a glimpse of what lies ahead through two captivating new posters.

28 Nov 2023

Hollywood

'Promising Young Woman' to 'Saltburn': Emerald Fennell's best works

Emerald Fennell, a woman of many talents, left an indelible mark through her exceptional contributions to acting, writing, and filmmaking.

23 Nov 2023

Guillermo del Toro

Best Hollywood horror movies to watch on HBO Max

HBO Max boasts an impressive collection of horror films that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

21 Nov 2023

Hollywood

5 best romantic movies to watch on HBO Max

As one of the top streaming platforms, HBO Max offers a cinematic haven for those seeking heartwarming tales, passionate encounters, and unforgettable love stories.

17 Nov 2023

OTT releases

Finally! 'Abbott Elementary' S03 premiere date is here

Abbott Elementary enthusiasts can now save the date, as ABC has revealed the launch date for the much-anticipated third season.

14 Nov 2023

Hollywood

'The White Lotus' S03 filming date out; casting process ongoing

HBO's award-winning anthology show, The White Lotus, developed by Mike White, is gearing up for its third season, with casting underway and filming set to commence in Thailand in February 2024.

13 Nov 2023

Hollywood

'The Sopranos' to 'GoT': Best HBO shows

HBO has long been a trailblazer in the world of television, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality content that pushes the boundaries of storytelling.

13 Nov 2023

Critics Choice Awards

'Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie' dominates Critics Choice Awards

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, a documentary on Apple TV+, dominated the eighth annual Critics Choice Documentary Awards on Sunday.

13 Nov 2023

Hollywood

'Euphoria,' 'The Idol' producer Kevin Turen dies at 44

Kevin Turen, the producer of hit series Euphoria and The Idol, passed away at the age of 44, reported Deadline.

08 Nov 2023

OTT releases

'The White Lotus': Creator teases S03 to be 'bigger, crazier'

Following the dramatic conclusion of The White Lotus Season 2 in 2022, the whispers about Season 3 have been growing louder.

02 Nov 2023

Daniel Radcliffe

David Holmes—his life, association with 'Harry Potter,' upcoming HBO documentary

Daniel Radcliffe may have laid claim over the iconic title of "The Boy Who Lived," but beyond the 70mm screen, there's an unsung hero who epitomizes this phrase.

14 Oct 2023

Ken Jeong

Comedian Ken Jeong to launch daytime talk show in 2024

Ken Jeong, the beloved actor, comedian, and judge on The Masked Singer, is reportedly preparing to dive into the world of daytime television.

12 Oct 2023

Emmy Awards

'The Idol' to 'The Great': Shows canceled during Hollywood strikes 

Due to the rise in the number of shows over the past few years (as many as 500 original scripts per year) and not enough viewers for each, both OTT platforms and television networks were planning for a downsizing long before the Hollywood strike began.

18 Sep 2023

OTT releases

HBO's 'Winning Time' S03 not happening, creator Max Borenstein confirms 

HBO's Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty has been canceled after its second season, as confirmed by creator Max Borenstein.

29 Aug 2023

The Weeknd

'The Idol'-'Terra Nova': Hyped shows that weren't renewed for S02

When a new show is up for release, the makers indulge in heavy promotions. But that doesn't mean that the show will become a success, once it's out. What does lead to a show's success is how engaging its content is.

28 Aug 2023

Hollywood

If you miss 'And Just Like That,' watch these shows

Set 11 years after the events of the popular 2010 rom-com film Sex and the City 2, And Just Like That premiered in December 2021.

28 Aug 2023

Happy Birthday

Happy birthday, Jennifer Coolidge: Performances that prove actor's comedic genius

Hollywood actor Jennifer Coolidge has established herself as a true comedic powerhouse in a career spanning over three decades.

27 Aug 2023

Hollywood

Remembering Paul Reubens on birth anniversary: Exploring actor's extraordinary journey

With the groundbreaking creation of the iconic comedy character Pee-wee Herman, Paul Reubens stands among the select few actors who have left an indelible mark through their distinctive characters.

04 Aug 2023

OTT releases

When and where to watch 'Barbie' on OTT in India

Greta Gerwig's Barbie has become a global phenomenon and fans are going crazy. The film has been a global blockbuster and is on a money-minting spree. The movie is naturally one of the most anticipated films on OTT and now the makers have revealed its potential OTT release date.

01 Aug 2023

Netflix

5 shows to watch if you liked 'Euphoria'   

HBO's American teen drama series Euphoria starring Zendaya is set to come back with its third season in 2024.

01 Aug 2023

Celebrity

Week after father's passing, 'Euphoria' actor Angus Cloud (25) dies

Actor Angus Cloud, best known for HBO's hit series Euphoria, has passed away at the age of 25, said reports. The young actor breathed his last on Monday at his Oakland residence in California.

26 Jul 2023

Celebrity

Michael Jackson's sexual assault lawsuit might be revived

A California appeals court will reportedly consider the revival of two sexual assault cases by two men against late American singer Michael Jackson on Wednesday (per PDT).

24 Jul 2023

George RR Martin

George RR Martin provides #HouseOfTheDragon filming update amid ongoing strike

Amid the ongoing WGA (Writers Guild of America) and SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) strikes that have brought several Hollywood productions to a standstill, there is a beacon of hope for House of the Dragon fans!

04 Jul 2023

Daniel Radcliffe

Will we see Daniel Radcliffe in upcoming 'Harry Potter' series

Daniel Radcliffe immortalized JK Rowling's titular character Harry Potter and Potterheads cannot think of anyone else playing the role. As HBO Max announced a decade-long reboot series, the original "Boy Who Lived" spoke about his potential return in the upcoming series.

29 Jun 2023

Netflix

Disliked 'The Idol'? Watch these 5 similar shows instead 

HBO's latest American drama series The Idol was recently released and received mixed reviews from netizens. It follows a pop idol (Lily-Rose Depp), her complicated relationship with a cult leader (Abel Tesfaye/The Weeknd), and the dark world of music and stardom in between.

27 Jun 2023

JioCinema

'The Idol': PTC demands cancellation of show over 'torture porn'

The Idol—featuring Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd—has been mired in controversy due to its explicit sexual content.

21 Jun 2023

OTT releases

Warner Bros. Discovery to license HBO series to Netflix: Report

Warner Bros. Discovery is set to strike a deal with Netflix where the latter will stream some of the HBO titles. This licensing deal is still in talks and if it materializes, it will be for the first time in a decade that HBO shows will run on a rival platform.

16 Jun 2023

OTT releases

HBO quashes claims of 'The Idol' Season 2 getting scrapped

HBO's new series The Idol has received a lot of flak. The series got negative reviews from critics and media reports suggested that "the sleaziest love story in all of Hollywood," will not return for its second season.

06 Jun 2023

OTT releases

The Weeknd's 'The Idol' registers massive viewership despite poor reviews

HBO dropped the much-awaited series titled The Idol on June 4 and ever since that, the house has been a bit divided.

05 Jun 2023

OTT releases

OTT: The Weeknd's 'The Idol' is streaming now in India

Ever since Disney+ Hotstar stopped streaming HBO content, Indian fans were heartbroken and curious about where to watch their favorite shows. JioCinema came to the rescue for them and now HBO's The Idol is streaming on the OTT platform.

30 May 2023

Game of Thrones

'GoT' Jon Snow spinoff in early stages of development

George RR Martin's Game of Thrones is one of the most followed series in books and celluloid. The series was so well received that fans are invested in the spin-offs too. One of the most buzzed spinoffs is the Jon Snow one which has been in talks for a long time.

29 May 2023

JioCinema

JioCinema to bring NBCUniversal's content to India: Titles to come

In a significant move, NBCUniversal has entered into a partnership with JioCinema to bring a vast library of content to Indian audiences.

15 May 2023

Hollywood

'Why do we reinvent everything': Joseph Fiennes on 'HP' series

Harry Potter is considered to be one of the most followed series among bookworms and cinephiles.

27 Apr 2023

Reliance Industries

Reliance pens deal with Warner Bros: How it'll disrupt OTT

Reliance-owned Viacom 18's deal with media conglomerate Warner Bros. Discovery to bring Warner Bros. and HBO content to JioCinema is bound to make India's OTT war intense.

27 Apr 2023

JioCinema

JioCinema to host all HBO and Warner Bros. content now

Mukesh Ambani and JioCinema are on a roll!

18 Apr 2023

OTT releases

HBO's 'The Idol': When, where to watch

HBO's The Idol has been in the buzz for quite some time for being touted as "the sleaziest love story in all of Hollywood." The makers recently released the trailer of the upcoming series and fans are bracing themselves.

13 Apr 2023

JK Rowling

JK Rowling associated with new 'Harry Potter' series? Makers clarify

Putting an end to numerous speculations, HBO Max, on Wednesday, announced that it will be going ahead with the Harry Potter series, where each season will be dedicated to one book.

10 Apr 2023

Queen Elizabeth II

Sad to see 'Succession' end? 5 shows to watch next

With only seven episodes remaining, HBO's acclaimed series Succession is in its last season—Season 4.

04 Apr 2023

OTT releases

'Succession': A quick character guide for beginners

With the power play at its heart, HBO's Succession is a gripping and thought-provoking dramedy series that gives a glimpse into the lives of ultra-rich and powerful people.

04 Apr 2023

Harry Potter

Harry Potter and gang set to return? Here's the truth

For all the Potterheads out there, here is some good news. Ever since Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows - Part 2 was released in 2011, the fans were left a little disappointed as the decade-long film franchise had come to an end.

29 Mar 2023

OTT releases

'House of the Dragon' to have fewer episodes in S02

House of the Dragon is one of the most-watched shows on HBO. The fan following of the Game of Thrones universe is huge and fans have loved the prequel series.

27 Mar 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

Netizens call out Disney+ Hotstar for not adding 'Succession' S04

Succession is one of the most acclaimed series on HBO and the early reviews of Season 4 have been quite good. Indian fans who were waiting for the season's premiere on Disney+ Hotstar were left disappointed as the first episode did not premiere on the OTT giant.

27 Mar 2023

Emmy Awards

'Succession' Season 4: Everything to know about the satirical drama

The Emmy Award-winning dark-comedy drama series Succession returned Sunday (March 26) with Season 4's first episode.

23 Mar 2023

Pedro Pascal

'The Last of Us': Why is it best videogame adaptation

Any gamer would recall 2016 as a year of painfully bad adaptations—Warcraft, Assassin's Creed, and Resident Evil: The Final Chapter.

10 Mar 2023

OTT releases

What to expect from 'The Last of Us' Season 2

Actor Pedro Pascal of The Last of Us recently announced that the series will be returning with a second season. The post-apocalyptic is based on a PlayStation game. It features Pascal and Bella Ramsey as the leads.

08 Mar 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

Disney+ Hotstar to remove HBO content by March 31

In a recent development, Disney+ Hotstar revealed that the OTT giant will be removing all HBO content from its streaming platform by the end of March 2023. This means that viewers will lose access to some stellar content—Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, and The Last of Us, among others.

05 Mar 2023

OTT releases

5 live-action videogame series adaptations like 'The Last Of Us'

The Last of Us, which premiered on Disney+ Hotstar (in India) on January 15, seems to have emerged as a winner for HBO.

24 Feb 2023

TV News

HBO's 'Succession' confirmed to end with Season 4

HBO's acclaimed drama series Succession will conclude with its fourth season. Creator Jesse Armstrong confirmed the same during an interview with The New Yorker. One of the key actors of the comedy-drama series, Brian Cox had hinted about the same earlier.

22 Feb 2023

OTT releases

HBO Max's 'South Side' scrapped after Season 3

HBO Max's South Side will not be renewed for another season, hence the third season will mark the end of the comedy series. A Warner Bros. representative spoke about the new development to The Hollywood Reporter.

18 Feb 2023

Disney+ Hotstar

#NewsBytesExplainer: Decoding recent trend of 'eat-the-rich' movies and shows

When Parasite opened to overwhelming reviews in 2019, made a lot of noise in the critics' circles, and eventually won the coveted Oscar award, everyone was talking about its overarching theme—the scathing analysis of classism, inequality, and painful, unfair economic disparities between people.

18 Feb 2023

Warner Bros

Warner Bros. cancels 'Judge Mathis,' 'People's Court' after 2 decades

Warner Bros. has decided to draw the curtains on two of its longest-running TV shows: Judge Mathis and The People's Court.