Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including a New Crime Series
This week’s programming lineup on HBO Max features a diverse array of content ranging from long-running reality favorites to highly anticipated international dramas. Subscribers can expect a mix of survival challenges, domestic realities, and deep dives into legal history and criminal investigations. These additions bolster the streaming service’s February catalog by offering both unscripted entertainment and prestige miniseries. The following titles are scheduled to premiere between Monday, February 16, and Sunday, February 22.
‘Naked and Afraid’ (2013)
The long-running reality series returns to the platform with new content arriving on Monday, February 16. In ‘Naked and Afraid’, two strangers are left in a remote wilderness location without food, water, or clothing. They must survive the elements and various predators for 21 days using only their survival skills and minimal tools. The show remains a staple of the survival genre, emphasizing human resilience and primitive endurance.
‘Unexpected’ (2017)
Arriving on Tuesday, February 17, this reality series continues its raw look into the lives of teenage parents and their families. ‘Unexpected’ explores the generational impact of teen pregnancy, often featuring parents who were themselves teen parents. The show documents the physical, emotional, and financial challenges faced by young couples as they navigate the transition into parenthood. Viewers follow the evolving relationships between the teenagers and their support systems throughout the season.
‘Murder in Glitterball City’ (2026)
The new series ‘Murder in Glitterball City’ is scheduled for release on Thursday, February 19. This production investigates a complex case within a vibrant urban setting, focusing on the dark underbelly of a high-profile environment. As a 2026 debut, it joins the platform’s expanding roster of contemporary mystery-driven narratives. The show aims to captivate audiences with its unique visual style and intricate storytelling.
‘Portobello’ (2026)
‘Portobello’ is an upcoming television miniseries co-written and directed by Marco Bellocchio that will be released globally on Friday, February 20. Based on the 2016 book ‘Lettere a Francesca’ by Enzo Tortora, the story follows the real-life events of 1983 when the popular variety show host was arrested for alleged ties to the Camorra. Fabrizio Gifuni stars as Enzo Tortora, portraying the legal and personal battle of a man caught in a notorious judicial error. The first two episodes previously received an out-of-competition screening at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival. This historical drama highlights a significant moment in Italian media and legal history.
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