‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Still Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Shows of the Week List

Subscribers are flocking to a diverse mix of genre-bending new releases and beloved classics on the streaming service this week. The current charts highlight a strong appetite for fresh prestige dramas and holiday-themed competitions, while a certain horror prequel has completely dominated the conversation. From the high-stakes world of professional hockey to the terrifying sewers of Maine, the platform offers compelling narratives for every type of viewer.

‘Tournament of Champions: All-Star Christmas’ (2025)

Guy Fieri returns to host this festive iteration of the intense culinary bracket competition. Superstars pair up for team battles to create savory and sweet masterpieces under the extreme pressure of the randomizer. The blind judging process ensures that culinary skill remains the only metric for advancement in this high-stakes holiday showdown. Viewers are treated to innovative dishes that attempt to capture the spirit of the season without sacrificing technical precision.

‘The Seduction’ (2025)

This lush period drama serves as a prequel to the classic literary work ‘Dangerous Liaisons’, focusing on the origins of the Marquise de Merteuil. Isabelle de Merteuil navigates the treacherous waters of 18th-century French aristocracy to secure her power and exact revenge on those who wronged her. The series combines sumptuous costume design with a modern, biting script to explore themes of manipulation and desire. It offers a fresh perspective on a legendary villainess by detailing the trauma that hardened her heart.

‘Holiday Baking Championship’ (2014)

Bakers showcase their festive skills in a series of delicious challenges designed to capture the warmth and joy of the winter season. Judges critique intricate cakes, cookies, and pastries as contestants vie for the substantial cash prize and the championship title. Each episode eliminates one baker, ramping up the tension as the remaining competitors face increasingly difficult themes. The show remains a perennial favorite for its comforting atmosphere and dazzling confectionary displays.

‘Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake’ (2023)

This spinoff follows the gender-swapped alternate versions of Finn and Jake as they embark on a multiverse-hopping journey of self-discovery. Simon Petrikov, formerly the Ice King, joins the duo as he struggles to find his place in a world that has moved on without his magic. The series matures the tone of the original franchise, tackling complex themes of identity, regret, and the consequences of magical escapism. Fans have praised the animation style and the emotional depth brought to these beloved characters.

‘I Love LA’ (2025)

Rachel Sennott stars in this sharp comedy about a group of friends attempting to navigate their chaotic twenties in Los Angeles. The series explores themes of toxic ambition and codependency as the characters confront their stalling careers and messy romantic lives. Written with a distinct generational voice, the show satirizes the absurdity of the modern Hollywood landscape while maintaining empathy for its flawed protagonists. The dynamic between the ensemble cast drives the humor, grounding the surreal situations in relatable emotional truths.

‘The Chair Company’ (2025)

Tim Robinson brings his unique brand of cringe comedy to this mystery-thriller about a man obsessing over a minor workplace mishap. After Ron Trosper’s chair collapses during a presentation, he uncovers a vast and bizarre conspiracy linked to the furniture manufacturer. The show balances laugh-out-loud moments of social awkwardness with genuine suspense as Ron’s investigation spirals out of control. Critics have lauded the series for its ability to make viewers feel deeply uncomfortable while keeping them hooked on the central mystery.

‘Smiling Friends’ (2020)

Employees of a small charity organization dedicate their lives to bringing happiness to a bizarre array of clients in this surreal animated series. Pim and Charlie face often disturbing challenges as they attempt to solve the personal problems of the city’s eccentric residents. The show utilizes a unique blend of mixed-media animation styles to enhance its chaotic and unpredictable humor. It has developed a cult following for its rapid-fire jokes and willingness to embrace the grotesque.

‘Mad Men’ (2007–2015)

Set in the ruthless world of 1960s New York advertising, this acclaimed drama follows the enigmatic creative director Don Draper. The show masterfully depicts the shifting social mores of the decade while exploring the complex personal lives of the Sterling Cooper staff. Viewers continue to return to the series for its impeccable period detail, sophisticated writing, and deep psychological character studies. The narrative uncovers the emptiness often hiding behind the glossy veneer of the American Dream.

‘Heated Rivalry’ (2025)

Adapted from the popular romance novel, this steamy drama charts the intense relationship between two professional hockey stars. Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov maintain a secret, years-long affair while remaining fierce competitors on opposite teams. The series delves into the pressure of living a double life in the public eye and the chemistry that makes their bond undeniable. It has quickly become a sensation for its faithful adaptation of the source material and the magnetic performances of its leads.

‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ (2025)

This horror prequel delves into the terrifying history of Derry, Maine, decades before the Losers Club formed to fight the darkness. The series explores the origins of the shapeshifting entity Pennywise and the curse that plagues the town every 27 years. Andy Muschietti returns to executive produce, ensuring the show maintains the cinematic quality and atmospheric dread of the recent film adaptations. It expands the mythology of Stephen King’s universe, offering new scares that have kept audiences on the edge of their seats.

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