Here Are All the Movies Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘Materialists’

Here’s a friendly rundown of what’s slated for the week of Monday, 11/3 through Sunday, 11/9—four very different picks spanning a brand-new documentary, an animated adventure, a character-driven dramedy, and a buzzy New York romance, with quick details on plots, key cast, and the creative teams behind them.

‘I Am Curious Johnny’ (2025)

This documentary profiles photographer and industrial heir Johnny Pigozzi, tracing his rise from 1970s party-scene chronicler to one of the world’s most connected image-makers. Directed by Julien Temple, it weaves archival material with contemporary interviews to sketch the art collector’s life, tastes, and contradictions. The film features appearances from longtime Pigozzi friends and collaborators, including figures from fashion, music, and media. Beyond the anecdotes, it explores how Pigozzi helped popularize the candid, celebrity-adjacent snapshot long before social media.

‘The Lego Ninjago Movie’ (2017)

Set in the city of Ninjago, the story follows teen ninja Lloyd as he secretly battles his villainous father, Lord Garmadon, with guidance from wise mentor Wu. The voice cast includes Dave Franco, Justin Theroux, Jackie Chan, Olivia Munn, Kumail Nanjiani, Fred Armisen, Abbi Jacobson, Michael Peña, and Zach Woods. It’s directed by Charlie Bean, Paul Fisher, and Bob Logan, from a screenplay by Fisher, Logan, William Wheeler, Tom Wheeler, Jared Stern, and John Whittington. Drawing from the hit toy line and TV series, the movie mixes martial-arts action with family-centric humor and a message about identity and reconciliation.

‘A Man Called Otto’ (2022)

This comedy-drama centers on Otto Anderson, a grief-stricken curmudgeon whose routines are upended when a lively family moves in next door and refuses to be ignored. Tom Hanks leads the cast alongside Mariana Treviño, Rachel Keller, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, and Truman Hanks. Directed by Marc Forster from a screenplay by David Magee, it’s adapted from Fredrik Backman’s novel ‘A Man Called Ove’ and the acclaimed Swedish film of the same story. The film blends prickly humor with tender moments as Otto’s unlikely friendships gradually reconnect him to community and hope.

‘Materialists’ (2025)

A New York City matchmaker finds her professional rules tested when she’s pulled into a love triangle with a charming millionaire and an actor ex she can’t quite shake. Written and directed by Celine Song, the film stars Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, with supporting turns from Zoë Winters, Marin Ireland, Louisa Jacobson, and others. Behind the camera, Song reunites with top collaborators, with Shabier Kirchner handling cinematography and Daniel Pemberton composing. Set against high-end Manhattan backdrops, the story digs into desire, status, and the messy overlap between work and the heart.

What are you planning to watch first—drop your picks and thoughts in the comments!