‘One Battle After Another’ Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week Once Again

HBO Max remains a premier destination for cinematic entertainment, offering a diverse array of films that cater to fans of action, fantasy, and suspense. The current viewership trends highlight a significant interest in established franchises and high-profile new releases from celebrated filmmakers. Audiences are revisiting modern classics while also embracing recent theatrical debuts that have transitioned to streaming. This selection of popular films reflects the dynamic and evolving tastes of subscribers looking for compelling storytelling.

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ (2011)

The penultimate chapter of the series follows Bella Swan and Edward Cullen as they celebrate their wedding and depart for a secluded honeymoon. Their happiness is interrupted when Bella discovers she is pregnant with a child that develops at an unnatural speed. This pregnancy creates a dangerous rift between the Cullen family and the local werewolf pack who view the unborn child as a threat. The story focuses on the physical and emotional toll Bella endures as the birth approaches.

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

In this second installment, the relationship between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen is tested when he leaves town to protect her from the dangers of the vampire world. Bella finds solace in her friendship with Jacob Black, who is hiding a supernatural secret of his own. The narrative expands the lore of the franchise by introducing the Volturi, the powerful governing body of the vampire community in Italy. Bella must eventually race across the globe to save Edward from a tragic decision influenced by a misunderstanding.

‘Constantine’ (2005)

Detective John Constantine is a man who literally walked through hell and returned to protect the world from demonic entities. He teams up with a police officer to investigate the suspicious death of her sister, leading them into a world of religious mysteries and occult rituals. They uncover a massive conspiracy involving the balance of power between the celestial and infernal realms. The film is based on characters from the DC Comics ‘Hellblazer’ series and explores themes of sacrifice and redemption.

‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’ (2019)

The narrative picks up immediately after John Wick is declared excommunicado, stripping him of the protection and resources of the assassin underworld. With a multi-million dollar bounty on his head, he must fight his way through the streets of New York to find a path to survival. Wick seeks out old allies and high-ranking members of the High Table to negotiate for his life. This entry is known for its intricate world-building and relentless action sequences set in various international locations.

‘Greenland’ (2020)

As a massive comet approaches Earth with the potential for global extinction, a man named John Garrity is selected for emergency relocation. He must transport his wife and son to a fortified bunker in a desperate race against time and falling debris. Throughout their journey, the family faces societal collapse and the desperate actions of others fighting for survival. The story emphasizes the human element of a disaster scenario through the lens of a family’s struggle to stay together.

’65’ (2023)

A pilot named Mills finds himself stranded on a mysterious planet after a catastrophic collision during a long-range space mission. He soon discovers that he has actually crashed on prehistoric Earth millions of years in the past. Mills and the only other survivor, a young girl named Koa, must traverse a dangerous environment filled with apex predators to reach their escape vessel. The film combines high-tech survival elements with the primal danger of a world ruled by dinosaurs.

‘Twilight’ (2008)

The debut film of the franchise introduces Bella Swan as she moves to the small town of Forks and meets the enigmatic Edward Cullen. She soon learns that Edward is a vampire who belongs to a family that does not hunt humans for food. Their burgeoning romance draws the attention of a group of predatory vampires who begin to track Bella. This adaptation of the novel by Stephenie Meyer became a massive cultural phenomenon and launched the careers of its young stars.

‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ (2017)

John Wick is forced out of his short-lived retirement by a former associate who holds a blood oath that cannot be ignored. He travels to Rome to assassinate a high-profile target within an international assassins’ guild. After completing the task, Wick is betrayed and finds himself hunted by numerous killers who are eager to collect the bounty on his head. The film explores the strict codes and traditions that govern the Continental and its associated network of criminals.

‘John Wick’ (2014)

A retired assassin is drawn back into a life of violence when the son of a Russian mobster steals his car and kills his dog. The dog was a final gift from his recently deceased wife, serving as his last connection to a peaceful life. Wick returns to his former persona to systematically eliminate the criminal organization responsible for the attack. This film is credited with revitalizing the action genre through its distinctive visual style and the concept of “gun-fu” choreography.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this action thriller is inspired by the themes found in the novel ‘Vineland’ by Thomas Pynchon. Leonardo DiCaprio leads an ensemble cast as an ex-revolutionary who must confront his past when a corrupt military officer targets him and his daughter. The protagonist is forced to return to his combative roots to ensure their safety during a dangerous pursuit. This black comedy features performances by Sean Penn and Benicio del Toro in a narrative that blends high-stakes action with satirical elements.

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