Here Are All the TV Shows Coming to HBO Max This Week, Including ‘The Graft’

A new week means a fresh wave of titles landing on HBO Max, spanning competition series, true-crime staples, docuseries, home makeovers, dating shows, and more. From seasonal carving-and-confection showdowns to deep dives on headline-makers, there’s a little bit of everything queued up between Monday, September 22 and Sunday, September 28.

Below, you’ll find what’s arriving each day this week. For every pick, we’ve included the essential who’s-who and what-it’s-about, plus the exact day it’s set to show up. If you’re planning your watchlist, this is the quick, no-fuss briefing you want.

‘Halloween Wars’ (2011– )

Kicking off Monday, September 22, ‘Halloween Wars’ assembles teams of cake sculptors, sugar artists, and pumpkin carvers to build massive, story-driven displays that blend pastry skills with special-effects craftsmanship. The long-running Food Network competition is produced by Super Delicious and has featured hosts like Jonathan Bennett, with judges including Shinmin Li and Aarti Sequeira overseeing rounds such as the shorter “Small Scare” and the centerpiece “Spine Chiller.”

Across its many seasons, the series has welcomed horror-adjacent guest judges and makeup-effects veterans, and it traditionally runs through October with escalating themes and time-crunched tastings folded into the builds. ‘Halloween Wars’ arrives Monday, September 22.

‘The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper’ (2023– )

Arriving Tuesday, September 23, ‘The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper’ is CNN’s deeply reported documentary series fronted by Anderson Cooper, with episodes helmed by correspondents such as Bill Weir, Nick Paton Walsh, and Erica Hill. Topics have ranged from climate and migration to royal transitions and election-year policy explainers, with episode-specific field reporting shaping each hour.

The series has also featured special installments like “Flight Risk” and high-profile interviews, reflecting CNN Original Productions’ newsmagazine approach across its multi-season run. ‘The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper’ is set for Tuesday, September 23.

‘American Prince: JFK Jr.’ (2025)

Also on Tuesday, September 23, ‘American Prince: JFK Jr.’ is a three-part CNN Original docuseries directed by Rebecca Gitlitz and produced by EverWonder Studio. It traces John F. Kennedy Jr.’s life and legacy, including the launch of ‘George’ magazine, using archival materials and new interviews with figures such as Carole Radziwill, Robert De Niro, Cindy Crawford, Graydon Carter, and others.

The episodes chart JFK Jr.’s early years in the public eye through his later endeavors and the 1999 plane crash that claimed his and Carolyn Bessette’s lives, blending personal recollections with historical context. ‘American Prince: JFK Jr.’ arrives Tuesday, September 23.

‘Seeking Sister Wife’ (2018– )

Landing Tuesday, September 23, ‘Seeking Sister Wife’ follows real families as they consider or navigate plural marriage, documenting courtship dynamics, household logistics, and cultural or legal complexities around adding a new wife to the family. The TLC series has profiled multiple households over five-plus seasons, offering ongoing storylines as relationships evolve.

Recent cast updates and family milestones continue to shape the show’s narrative between seasons, keeping tabs on returning couples and new faces alike. ‘Seeking Sister Wife’ is on the docket for Tuesday, September 23.

‘Help! I Wrecked My House’ (2020– )

Touching down Thursday, September 25, ‘Help! I Wrecked My House’ stars builder-designer Jasmine Roth, who rescues homeowners stuck mid–DIY with stalled kitchens, unusable bathrooms, or miswired additions. The HGTV favorite blends problem-solving and practical design, triaging what went wrong and finishing spaces that families can safely live in.

Roth, a contractor and entrepreneur, brings a fix-first approach shaped by years of custom-home work, with recent seasons reflecting her team’s expanded projects and a new Utah base for filming. ‘Help! I Wrecked My House’ is set for Thursday, September 25.

‘On the Case with Paula Zahn’ (2009– )

Also on Thursday, September 25, ‘On the Case with Paula Zahn’ is Investigation Discovery’s long-running true-crime series hosted and executive produced by Emmy-winning journalist Paula Zahn. Each episode revisits a case through interviews with investigators, prosecutors, families, and experts, reconstructing timelines and detailing how breakthroughs led to arrests or exonerations.

Produced by Weinberger Media and Scott Sternberg Productions, the series has aired hundreds of episodes, highlighting forensic advances and the persistence of local detectives across jurisdictions. ‘On the Case with Paula Zahn’ arrives Thursday, September 25.

‘The Graft’ (2021– )

Heading into Friday, September 26, ‘The Graft’ is a six-part Liverpool-set crime web series following three young men drawn into the city’s drug economy, where quick scores spiral into rivalries and violence. Episodes run around ten minutes, tracking characters like Savvo, Miles, and Jacko through heists and turf disputes.

Created and directed by Ryan Jones, the project blends street-level drama with tight, vignette-style chapters and local casting, emphasizing a raw look at choices and consequences in Merseyside’s underworld. ‘The Graft’ is slated for Friday, September 26.

‘Ready to Love’ (2018– )

On Saturday, September 27, ‘Ready to Love’ follows successful Black singles in their 30s and 40s as they date with intention, guided by host Thomas “Nephew Tommy” Miles. The format places decisions in the daters’ hands week to week, balancing mixers, one-on-ones, and peer feedback to reveal compatibility in real time.

From executive producer Will Packer, the series is produced by Will Packer Media and Lighthearted Entertainment, with recent seasons relocating to new cities and adjusting casts to keep the social experiment fresh. ‘Ready to Love’ is set for Saturday, September 27.

’90 Day Diaries’ (2021– )

Also on Saturday, September 27, ‘90 Day Diaries’ is a self-filmed spinoff that lets ‘90 Day Fiancé’ alumni document their lives without a crew, capturing parenting, career pivots, long-distance separations, and reconciliations in candid, diary-style footage. Episodes check in with multiple cast members as they navigate new chapters after the K-1 visa spotlight.

The franchise offshoot runs across multiple seasons, with entries streaming under the larger ‘90 Day’ banner and episode guides noting recent installments and returning faces. ‘90 Day Diaries’ lands Saturday, September 27.

‘Heart & Hustle: Houston’ (2025– )

Closing the week on Sunday, September 28, ‘Heart & Hustle: Houston’ is a reality series spotlighting six accomplished Black women in Houston—entrepreneurs and creatives balancing business growth, family, and friendship. Early coverage has highlighted figures such as La’torria Lemon, Alaina Saulsberry, Muneera Page, LeBrina Jackson, Chloe Cook, and Roe Grady-Pichardo, emphasizing authenticity over contrived drama.

Set against the city’s collaborative creative scene, the show follows candid conversations and conflicts that emerge as careers and relationships intertwine, with Houston’s culture and community playing a central role in the storytelling. ‘Heart & Hustle: Houston’ arrives Sunday, September 28.

Tell us what you’re watching first this week—and which title you’re most excited about—in the comments!