Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘Celebrity IOU’
Max is expanding its streaming library with a diverse lineup of reality and documentary content arriving during the final week of December. Subscribers can look forward to new seasons of fan favorite renovation shows and high stakes culinary competitions. The schedule also introduces several brand new series focusing on unique professions and household curiosities. These additions provide a mix of heartwarming stories and intense challenges to close out the year.
‘Celebrity IOU’ (2020)
Property Brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott return to assist Hollywood stars in expressing gratitude through home renovations on Monday December 22. Each episode features a high profile guest who works alongside the brothers to surprise a significant person in their life with a total space transformation. The series showcases the deep personal connections between the celebrities and their mentors or friends through the medium of design. Viewers see a different side of famous personalities as they pick up power tools and help execute major construction projects.
‘The Last Captains’ (2025)
This new documentary series arrives on Monday December 22 to explore the lives of individuals who navigate the world’s most challenging maritime environments. The program documents the daily struggles and triumphs of sea captains who maintain traditional seafaring methods in a rapidly changing modern landscape. It provides an intimate look at the skills required to manage crew members and vessels during high stakes operations on the water. Each installment focuses on the legacy and future of maritime leadership across various global regions.
‘Guy’s Grocery Games’ (2013)
The high energy cooking competition hosted by Guy Fieri makes its way to the platform on Wednesday December 24. Professional chefs must navigate the aisles of a massive grocery store to find ingredients while facing unexpected culinary challenges and budget constraints. Each round forces contestants to adapt their recipes to specific themes or limitations imposed by the host. The fast paced nature of the show tests both the creativity and the technical proficiency of every participating cook.
‘Junk or Jackpot?’ (2025)
Premiering on Saturday December 27 this series follows experts as they hunt for hidden treasures in unexpected locations. The show focuses on the process of identifying valuable antiques and collectibles that have been overlooked by their owners. Participants learn the history behind various items and discover the potential financial windfall that comes from professional appraisals. It highlights the thrill of the hunt as ordinary objects are revealed to be worth significant amounts of money.
‘My Pet Ate What!?’ (2025)
This specialized documentary series debuts on Sunday December 28 to highlight the unusual medical emergencies faced by veterinarians. The episodes follow medical professionals as they use advanced imaging and surgical techniques to remove bizarre objects swallowed by domestic animals. Each story explores the owner’s perspective and the critical care required to save the lives of their beloved pets. The program serves as an educational and dramatic look at the common yet dangerous habit of pets ingesting non food items.
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