Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘Have I Got News for You’
Max continues to expand its content library this week with a mix of returning favorites and recent additions to the platform. Subscribers can expect a variety of genres ranging from high-octane reality competitions to satirical news programs and paranormal investigations. These upcoming releases provide viewers with new episodes of established hits and fresh series that explore diverse facets of American culture. The following list highlights the specific titles and release dates for the week of January 19 through January 25.
‘Street Outlaws: Locals Only’ (2023)
‘Street Outlaws: Locals Only’ highlights the intense world of grassroots drag racing as experienced drivers travel to various tracks across the nation. The series features local racers competing for a substantial cash prize and the opportunity to prove their skills against established professionals in the field. Technical mastery and mechanical engineering are central themes as teams work to optimize their vehicles for various racing conditions and surfaces. Arriving on Max this Tuesday, January 20, the show provides an inside look at the high stakes of independent automotive competition.
‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ (2003)
‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ returns to the platform this Friday, January 23, to continue its long-running tenure of political discourse and cultural commentary. The program utilizes a format that includes a weekly monologue, a guest interview, and a roundtable discussion with policy experts and journalists. Bill Maher offers satirical commentary on domestic and international news while engaging in debates regarding current social trends and government policies. The series remains a staple of the network’s late-night programming for its focus on contemporary political issues and current events.
‘My Haunted Hometown’ (2024)
‘My Haunted Hometown’ explores paranormal activity and urban legends that have persisted through generations in various American communities. The documentary series combines firsthand accounts from local residents with cinematic reenactments of reported supernatural events and unexplained phenomena. Investigators examine the historical context and architectural backgrounds of each location to provide insight into the origins of specific hauntings. This series becomes available for streaming on Friday, January 23, offering a blend of history and mystery for fans of the paranormal genre.
‘Have I Got News for You’ (2024)
‘Have I Got News for You’ is the American iteration of the classic British panel show designed to satirize current events and media headlines. The show features two teams led by permanent captains who compete in various rounds to identify the week’s most bizarre and important news stories. Hosted by a rotating cast of comedic talent, the program invites guests from the worlds of politics and entertainment to join the panel. Set to debut its latest installment on Sunday, January 25, the series provides a humorous wrap-up of the week’s global and domestic news events.
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