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

HBO Max continues to dominate the streaming landscape with a diverse array of content ranging from high stakes dramas to bingeable reality series. This week’s lineup showcases a mix of long running favorites and highly anticipated new arrivals that capture various audience interests. Viewers are tuning in for everything from intense culinary competitions to supernatural prequels set in familiar cinematic universes. The current trending list reflects the broad appeal of the platform’s expanding library of original and acquired programming.

’90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way’ (2019–Present)

American citizens travel to foreign countries to marry their partners within ninety days or face returning home alone. This reality series explores the challenges of moving abroad for love while navigating cultural differences and language barriers. Couples must decide if their relationships can survive the pressures of living in a completely new environment. The show highlights the sacrifices made by individuals who leave behind their careers and families for a chance at a life overseas. Each season features a rotating cast of hopeful lovers facing unique logistical and emotional hurdles.

’90 Day Fiancé: Before the 90 Days’ (2017–Present)

This spin off follows international couples who have met online but have never interacted in person before filming begins. The participants travel to their partner’s home country to see if their digital connection translates to real life chemistry. Many individuals encounter unexpected secrets or lifestyle clashes that threaten the future of their relationships. The series documents the initial awkwardness and excitement of these first encounters as the pairs contemplate a marriage proposal. Success on the show often leads to the original series or other iterations of the franchise.

‘Holiday Baking Championship’ (2014–Present)

Bakers from across the country compete in themed challenges to create elaborate seasonal desserts. A panel of professional pastry chefs and culinary experts judges the contestants on their technical skills and creative execution. Each episode features a preliminary heat and a main challenge that often incorporates difficult ingredients or surprise twists. The winner of the competition receives a substantial cash prize and the title of champion. This series remains a staple of seasonal programming for fans of festive and high pressure cooking shows.

‘Hard Knocks In Season’ (2021–Present)

This documentary series provides an inside look at the daily operations of an NFL team during the regular season. Cameras capture everything from the intensity of the practice field to the personal lives of the athletes and coaches. The show offers fans a unique perspective on the strategies and locker room dynamics that shape a professional football campaign. Viewers see the emotional highs of victory and the devastating impact of injuries or losses in real time. It serves as a more immediate counterpart to the traditional training camp edition of the franchise.

‘Baylen Out Loud’ (2025)

This series follows popular internet personality Baylen Levine as he brings his signature brand of humor and pranks to a larger audience. The content focuses on his interactions with the public and his close knit group of friends while traveling to various locations. His unique style of chaotic entertainment has helped him transition from social media stardom to a dedicated streaming platform presence. Each episode showcases different stunts and comedic sketches that emphasize a lighthearted and rebellious spirit. The show caters to a younger demographic that values authenticity and spontaneous adventure in their viewing habits.

‘I Love LA’ (2025)

Rachel Sennott stars in this modern comedy series that examines the complexities of life and career ambitions in Los Angeles. The narrative centers on a young woman navigating the often superficial and competitive nature of the entertainment industry. It explores themes of friendship and self discovery while the protagonist attempts to find her place in a fast paced city. The show utilizes a sharp and satirical tone to critique contemporary social norms and professional hurdles. This production marks a significant new addition to the platform’s roster of female led comedies.

‘Adventure Time: Fionna & Cake’ (2023)

This animated spin off shifts the focus to the gender swapped versions of Finn and Jake as they journey across the multiverse. Fionna the Human and Cake the Cat find themselves on a quest for self discovery that leads them through various strange dimensions. Along the way they encounter new allies and formidable enemies who challenge their understanding of reality. The series maintains the imaginative storytelling and vibrant art style that made the original show a global phenomenon. It expands upon the established lore while offering a more mature perspective on its central characters.

‘Mad Men’ (2007–2015)

The story revolves around Don Draper who is a talented but troubled advertising executive working in 1960s New York City. The series explores the changing social mores of America through the lens of a prestigious Madison Avenue firm. Characters navigate professional rivalries and personal scandals while trying to maintain a facade of success and stability. The show is renowned for its meticulous period detail and complex character development across its seven seasons. It remains one of the most critically acclaimed television dramas in the history of the medium.

‘Heated Rivalry’ (2025)

This intense sports drama series investigates the deepest and most famous conflicts in the world of professional athletics. Each episode dives into the history and psychology behind iconic matchups that have defined entire eras of competition. Interviews with athletes and analysts provide context for the personal animosity and professional drive that fueled these legendary feuds. The show uses archival footage and modern commentary to bring classic sporting moments to life for a new generation. It highlights how these rivalries influenced the culture of the sports and the fanbases involved.

‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ (2025)

Set in the decades leading up to the events of the modern films this series explores the origins of the malevolent entity Pennywise. The plot follows a new group of residents in the cursed town of Derry as they face their deepest fears. Showrunners have collaborated with the creators of the recent movie adaptations to ensure visual and tonal consistency. The narrative expands the mythology of the town while introducing fresh characters who must survive the supernatural threats lurking beneath the surface. It serves as a highly anticipated expansion of the cinematic universe based on the work of Stephen King.

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