Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘The Seduction’

Here’s a handy look at the week’s incoming TV—organized by day—with quick plot primers and key names behind each project, so you can decide what to queue up first.

‘Homestead Rescue’ (2016– )

Arrives Wednesday, November 12. The series follows homesteaders on the brink of failure who call in Alaskan builder Marty Raney and his children, farmer Misty Raney and hunter Matt Raney, to overhaul shelters, food systems, and water and power setups. Episodes document off-grid fixes ranging from predator-proofing to well-drilling and greenhouse builds, with narration tying together the on-site setbacks and solutions. The show has run for many seasons on Discovery, highlighting the Raneys’ complementary expertise and a rotating cast of families across the U.S.

‘Beat Bobby Flay’ (2013– )

Arrives Wednesday, November 12. Each episode begins with two chefs battling in a 20-minute round built around a single surprise ingredient; the winner faces Bobby Flay in a 45-minute cook-off featuring the challenger’s signature dish. A rotating slate of celebrity chefs and food personalities introduce the contenders and serve as guest judges in a blind tasting to pick the victor. Produced by Rock Shrimp Productions for Food Network, the long-running format showcases Flay’s adaptability across global cuisines.

‘Ângela Diniz: Murdered and Convicted’ (2025)

Arrives Thursday, November 13. This Brazilian true-crime drama revisits the 1976 murder of socialite Ângela Diniz and the trials that followed, a case that galvanized national debate over gender violence and the “crime of passion” defense. Marjorie Estiano stars as Ângela, with Emilio Dantas portraying her boyfriend Raul “Doca” Street and Antônio Fagundes as attorney Evandro Lins e Silva. The series draws on real proceedings and period reporting to chart shifting public opinion and legal outcomes.

‘Body Cam’ (2018– )

Arrives Thursday, November 13. The documentary series uses real body-camera and dash-camera footage to reconstruct police incidents, pairing the video with first-person accounts from officers and witnesses. Narrator J.V. Martin guides viewers through the timeline and aftermath of pursuits, traffic stops, and domestic calls that escalate rapidly. Produced for Investigation Discovery, episodes emphasize decision-making under stress and the investigative steps that follow.

‘Silly Sundays’ (2023– )

Arrives Friday, November 14. This preschool animated comedy from Cartoon Saloon creator Nuria González Blanco follows cousins Sonia, Hugo, and Mel through weekly family get-togethers filled with games, make-believe, and small life lessons. The series uses bright, simple design and short stories aimed at early learners, with gentle humor and music throughout. International rollouts have included Cartoonito and Max preschool blocks.

‘The Seduction’ (2025– )

Arrives Friday, November 14. A period drama inspired by ‘Les Liaisons Dangereuses,’ the series tracks the rise of a young Isabelle de Merteuil as she learns to weaponize charm and strategy in ancien-régime Paris. Early materials highlight intrigue among aristocrats, power plays across salons and boudoirs, and the forging of the persona that will later terrorize high society. Casting and teasers position the show as a lavish costume saga centered on desire and manipulation.

‘The Last Woodsmen’ (2024– )

Arrives Saturday, November 15. This docuseries follows logger Jared Douglas and his crew as they tackle hazardous felling operations to harvest massive, high-value timber with a mix of traditional and modern methods. Episodes showcase rigging, saw work, and split-second judgment calls in remote terrain where mistakes can be fatal. The production emphasizes the economics of specialty timber and the day-to-day risks facing logging teams.

Tell us which show you’re most excited to start this week in the comments!