Acclaimed Sports Drama Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week

The HBO Max streaming charts have seen a significant shift this week as high-octane action and supernatural romance dominate the viewership numbers. Recent theatrical hits are now making their way to the platform, sitting alongside established franchises that continue to draw massive audiences. From gritty biographical dramas to long-standing cinematic sagas, these titles represent the most popular selections for subscribers right now. The following list highlights the top ten films currently capturing the attention of viewers based on the latest platform data.

‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ (2010)

Bella Swan finds herself surrounded by danger as Seattle is ravaged by a series of mysterious killings. A vengeful vampire continues her quest for retribution, forcing Bella to choose between her love for Edward Cullen and her friendship with Jacob Black. This choice has the potential to ignite the ageless struggle between vampire and werewolf. As graduation approaches, Bella must also confront the most important decision of her life regarding her mortality.

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

The newfound married bliss of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen is cut short when an unexpected pregnancy occurs. The rapid growth of the half-human, half-vampire fetus begins to drain Bella’s life force, putting her in immediate mortal danger. Meanwhile, the Quileute wolf pack views the unborn child as a threat that must be eliminated, leading to a rift within the tribe. This film covers the couple’s elaborate wedding, their honeymoon in Brazil, and the harrowing birth process that changes their lives forever.

’33 Photos from the Ghetto’ (2024)

This documentary explores a collection of photographs taken by a German paramedic during the Nazi occupation of Poland. The images provide a rare and harrowing perspective on life and death within the Warsaw Ghetto from an outsider’s lens. Scholars and historians analyze the context of these photos to preserve the memory of the victims depicted. It serves as a visual testament to the human condition under extreme oppression and stands as a vital record of historical atrocities.

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

After breaking the rules of the Continental Hotel, John Wick is declared excommunicado and becomes the target of every hitman in the world. He must fight his way out of New York City and seek the help of former allies in Casablanca to survive. The High Table sends an Adjudicator to punish those who assisted Wick, expanding the lore of the secret assassin underworld. This entry is widely known for its intricate stunt choreography and the introduction of the character Sofia Al-Azwar.

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

Following a disastrous birthday party, Edward Cullen leaves Forks to protect Bella Swan from the dangers inherent to his world. Bella falls into a deep depression but finds solace in her growing friendship with Jacob Black, who harbors a supernatural secret of his own. The narrative explores the deep-rooted lore of the Quileute shape-shifters and introduces the powerful Volturi vampire coven in Italy. The story culminates in a race against time to prevent a tragic misunderstanding among the vampire elite.

‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ (2017)

Retired super-assassin John Wick is forced back into action by a blood oath he made to an Italian crime lord. He travels to Rome to take down an international assassins’ guild but finds himself betrayed with a massive bounty on his head. The film delves deeper into the rules and rituals of the secret society known as the High Table. It features a memorable sequence in a hall of mirrors and establishes the global reach of the Continental network of hotels.

‘John Wick’ (2014)

An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters who took everything from him after the death of his wife. What begins as a quest for vengeance over a stolen car and a lost pet reveals the existence of an elaborate underground world of professional killers. John Wick earns back his legendary reputation as an unstoppable force while tearing through the Russian mob in New York City. This film revitalized the action genre with its unique “gun-fu” style and minimalist world-building.

‘Twilight’ (2008)

High school student Bella Swan moves to a rainy town in Washington and becomes fascinated by a mysterious classmate named Edward Cullen. She soon discovers that Edward is a vampire who belongs to a family that abstains from consuming human blood. Their unconventional romance is put to the test when a group of nomadic vampires arrives and targets Bella for sport. The film adapted the bestselling novel and sparked a global pop culture phenomenon that lasted for years.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this dark comedy action-thriller follows an ex-revolutionary who is pulled back into a life of conflict. He must navigate a dangerous and surreal landscape to protect his daughter from a corrupt military officer pursuing them. The story is inspired by the novel ‘Vineland’ and features an ensemble cast including Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn. This film blends high-stakes action sequences with a signature character-driven narrative style.

‘The Smashing Machine’ (2025)

This biographical drama depicts the life and career of legendary mixed martial artist Mark Kerr during the height of his fame. Set during the early, unregulated days of the UFC, it explores Kerr’s struggle with addiction and his physical dominance in the ring. The narrative focuses on the toll that extreme combat sports take on the human body and the complexities of his personal relationships. It marks a significant dramatic turn for lead actor Dwayne Johnson, who portrays the fighter’s rise and fall.

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