Here Are All the Movies & TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television’

A packed slate of reality favorites, renovation know-how, true-crime deep dives, a preschool crowd-pleaser, and a new war feature is rolling in from Monday, September 8 through Sunday, September 14. Below you’ll find what lands each day this week, with straightforward details on what each project covers and who’s involved on camera and behind the scenes.

Each entry notes the exact date it arrives this week and includes practical information—premise, notable cast and participants, and key creative credits where available—so you can quickly zero in on what belongs at the top of your watchlist.

’90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way’ (2019)

Arriving Tuesday, September 9, this spinoff flips the franchise setup by following Americans who move abroad to live with their partners, capturing culture shock, language hurdles, family expectations, and the legal and financial hoops of building a life in a new country. Episodes track multiple couples in parallel as they navigate housing, work, and traditions far from home.

The series is produced by Sharp Entertainment and is part of the broader ‘90 Day Fiancé’ franchise. Casts rotate season to season and include returning and first-time couples, with storylines unfolding across locations that have included India, South America, the Middle East, and more.

‘Contraband: Seized at the Border’ (2023)

Landing Tuesday, September 9, this docuseries rides along with frontline teams intercepting narcotics, currency, and illegal goods at land crossings, airports, and seaports. Episodes show how officers identify suspicious patterns, deploy K-9 units, and use X-ray scanners and forensic tools to stop smugglers.

The show features U.S. Customs and Border Protection personnel, investigators, and specialists who walk through case work from initial red flags to seizures and arrests. Segments typically include interviews, surveillance footage, and breakdowns of concealment methods used by traffickers.

‘Seen & Heard: The History of Black Television’ (2025)

Premiering Tuesday, September 9, this two-part documentary chronicles how Black performers, writers, producers, and executives have shaped American television from early network eras to the present day. It explores landmark series, the evolution of genres, and the industry shifts that expanded representation on-screen and in writers’ rooms.

The project includes interviews with notable artists and creators alongside archival clips that trace breakthroughs across comedy, drama, variety, and unscripted formats. Presented under the HBO Documentary Films banner, it continues the next evening with its concluding installment.

‘The Tech Bro Murders’ (2025)

Debuting Wednesday, September 10, this true-crime series examines homicide cases that intersect with startup culture, venture money, and the tech world’s high-pressure environment. Episodes reconstruct investigations from first response through case resolution, using interviews, case files, and timeline analysis.

The series features law-enforcement voices, prosecutors, journalists, and people connected to the victims and the companies involved. Each installment focuses on a distinct case, outlining the personal relationships, financial stakes, and digital traces that help detectives piece together what happened.

‘Dylan’s Playtime Adventures’ (2024)

Arriving Thursday, September 11, this preschool series follows Dylan, an imaginative pup whose playtime turns everyday objects into big make-believe adventures—running a hotel, piloting a spaceship, and more. Episodes are structured around curiosity, teamwork, and problem-solving for early learners.

Based on a popular children’s property, the show features a voice ensemble of kids and caregivers who join Dylan in each scenario. Short, self-contained stories are designed for repeat viewing, with bright character animation and simple songs and catchphrases to support language development.

‘Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa’ (2020)

Also arriving Thursday, September 11, this home-renovation series follows real-estate investor Tarek El Moussa as he mentors first-time house flippers through budgets, timelines, and design choices. Each episode tracks a novice team from purchase to resale, spotlighting scope creep, unexpected repairs, and appraisal realities.

The production blends on-site walkthroughs with classroom-style check-ins where El Moussa breaks down numbers and resale strategy. Episodes end with cost and profit summaries, giving viewers a clear before-and-after of the project economics and lessons learned.

‘Warfare’ (2025)

Premiering Friday, September 12, this feature follows a special operations unit assigned to a high-risk mission that unravels in hostile territory, charting the team’s decisions under fire and the cost of modern conflict. The story emphasizes on-the-ground tactics, surveillance, and the chain of command during rapidly changing engagements.

Developed and released by A24, the film brings together an ensemble of rising and established actors in a contemporary war setting. The creative team approaches the material with a focus on realism, training, and equipment fidelity, drawing on military advising to stage operations and close-quarters movement.

‘Scott’s Vacation House Rules’ (2020)

Checking in Saturday, September 13, this series features contractor and real-estate entrepreneur Scott McGillivray transforming underperforming cottages and cabins into reliable short-term rentals. Each project diagnoses layout problems, durability issues, and guest-experience gaps before unveiling a functional redesign.

Designer Debra Salmoni joins McGillivray to select finishes, fixtures, and furnishings aimed at maximizing nightly rates and occupancy. The format pairs construction walk-throughs with cost tracking and simple return-on-investment breakdowns to show how small design tweaks can boost revenue.

‘Love & Marriage Huntsville’ (2019)

Arriving Sunday, September 14, this reality series follows entrepreneurs in Huntsville, Alabama, as they juggle business ambitions with marriages, friendships, and family life. Long-running storylines center on real-estate ventures, new partnerships, and shifting personal dynamics among the core group.

Created by Carlos King, the show’s ensemble has included the Holt and Scott families, along with friends and collaborators who enter and exit across seasons. Confessional interviews and group events drive the drama, while business milestones and community initiatives add context to each episode’s arc.

‘Build for Off Road’ (2024)

Also touching down Sunday, September 14, this how-to series is led by host and fabricator Ian Johnson, who designs and builds purpose-built off-road machines. Episodes range from bolt-on upgrades to frame-off projects, covering suspension geometry, gearing, armor, and electrical systems.

Each build highlights parts selection, fabrication techniques, and shakedown runs that test traction, travel, and reliability on real trails. Johnson’s shop walk-throughs provide measurements and installation tips so enthusiasts can replicate the work on their own rigs.

Tell us which of this week’s arrivals you’re planning to watch first in the comments!