Award-Winning Medical Drama Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Shows List of the Week Again

The streaming landscape continues to evolve as Max subscribers gravitate toward a mix of gritty dramas, reality television staples, and high-profile spin-offs. This week’s viewership data highlights a strong interest in long-running docuseries alongside highly anticipated scripted premieres. From the intricate world of international finance to the personal struggles of reality stars, these titles dominate the current cultural conversation. The following list represents the most popular programs currently capturing the attention of audiences across the platform.

‘Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!’ (2026)

This documentary special celebrates the legendary career and longevity of comedian and filmmaker Mel Brooks as he approaches his centennial. It features archival footage and interviews that detail his impact on the comedy genre through classics like ‘The Producers’ and ‘Blazing Saddles’. Friends, colleagues, and historians provide context on his unique brand of satire and how it has shaped modern entertainment. The program offers an intimate look at the man behind the jokes and his enduring creative spirit.

‘Suddenly Amish’ (2026)

This reality series follows individuals who decide to leave their modern lives behind to join Amish communities across the United States. Participants must navigate the strict cultural and religious guidelines while abandoning technology and contemporary comforts. The show examines the psychological and social challenges of transitioning into a community that prioritizes tradition over individual expression. Audiences witness the varying degrees of success as newcomers attempt to find spiritual fulfillment within a radical lifestyle shift.

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

In this spin-off of the popular ’90 Day Fiancé’ franchise, American citizens move to foreign countries to be with their partners instead of bringing them to the United States. The series documents the cultural clashes and logistical hurdles that arise when trying to establish a life in a new nation. Couples must deal with language barriers, disapproving families, and the pressure of making a relationship work under extreme circumstances. Each episode highlights the sacrifices made in the name of love across international borders.

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

The series tracks couples who have met online but have never interacted in person as they travel to meet for the first time. The focus remains on the initial trip where both parties decide if a K-1 visa application and a future marriage are viable options. Tensions often rise as the reality of their physical presence clashes with the expectations built through digital communication. This program serves as a precursor to the main ’90 Day Fiancé’ series, showcasing the high-stakes beginnings of international romance.

‘Industry’ (2020– )

This high-stakes drama follows a group of young graduates competing for a limited number of permanent positions at a top investment bank in London. The narrative explores the toxic work culture, drug use, and intense pressure inherent in the world of high finance. Characters must navigate complex personal relationships and professional betrayals to secure their futures in the corporate world. The series is known for its fast-paced dialogue and unflinching look at the human cost of extreme professional ambition.

‘People Magazine Investigates’ (2016– )

This true crime series partners with the journalists of People Magazine to re-examine high-profile criminal cases and unsolved mysteries. Each episode utilizes archival footage, reenactments, and interviews with victims’ families and law enforcement officials to provide new perspectives. The show focuses on the human stories behind the headlines, often shedding light on overlooked details that could lead to new leads. It remains a staple for viewers interested in investigative journalism and the complexities of the American justice system.

‘My Strange Addiction’ (2010– )

The series provides a look into the lives of individuals struggling with unusual and often dangerous compulsive behaviors. Each episode features people who engage in habits ranging from eating non-food items to forming emotional attachments to inanimate objects. Experts and therapists provide commentary on the psychological roots of these addictions and suggest potential treatment paths. The show aims to educate viewers on the diverse manifestations of obsessive-compulsive disorders and the difficulty of overcoming them.

‘1000-lb Sisters’ (2020– )

This docuseries chronicles the weight loss journey of sisters Amy and Tammy Slaton as they work toward qualifying for bariatric surgery. The cameras capture their daily lives in Kentucky, including their family dynamics and the health complications associated with extreme obesity. Viewers follow their emotional highs and lows as they navigate diet restrictions and the physical limitations of their conditions. The program emphasizes the importance of family support and the resilience required to make significant lifestyle changes.

‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ (2026– )

Based on the ‘Tales of Dunk and Egg’ novellas by George R.R. Martin, this series serves as a prequel to the events of ‘Game of Thrones’. It follows the adventures of Ser Duncan the Tall and his young squire, Egg, as they travel through Westeros roughly a century before the war for the Iron Throne. The story focuses on a more grounded and chivalric side of the Seven Kingdoms during the height of the Targaryen dynasty. This adaptation expands the lore of the fantasy world while maintaining the political intrigue and character-driven storytelling the franchise is known for.

‘The Pitt’ (2025– )

Set in a modern-day hospital in Pittsburgh, this medical drama stars Noah Wyle as a dedicated physician navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. The series provides an unflinching look at the frontline challenges faced by medical professionals in a demanding urban environment. It balances intense clinical cases with the personal lives and interpersonal conflicts of the hospital staff. The narrative explores themes of institutional failure, professional burnout, and the enduring human spirit in the face of medical crisis.

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