What’s New On Max This April
April’s shaping up to be a big month for streaming, and Max is bringing some fresh titles to keep us hooked. Whether you’re into drama, comedy, or movies that pack a punch, there’s something coming your way.
I’ve got the scoop on what’s dropping, and it’s a mix of returning favorites and new films that sound worth a watch. Let’s dig into the lineup for April on Max.
‘Hacks S4’
The comedy series ‘Hacks’ is back with its fourth season, kicking off on April 10. Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder lead the charge as Deborah and Ava, two women trying to launch a late-night show and shake things up in the process. The season starts with two episodes, then drops one a week for four weeks, before wrapping up with a double episode on May 15, a single one on May 22, and the finale on May 29.
This time, the stakes feel higher as they chase history-making TV. The cast is stacked with returning faces like Paul W. Downs and Megan Stalter, plus newbies like Helen Hunt, Tony Goldwyn, and Julianne Nicholson jumping in. Created by Paul W. Downs, Lucia Aniello, and Jen Statsky, it’s got that sharp wit we love, backed by Universal Television.
‘The Last Of Us S2’
Mark April 13 on your calendar because ‘The Last Of Us’ season two is hitting Max. Picking up five years after the first season, Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) are back, facing a world that’s gotten even wilder. The seven-episode run will roll out weekly, and here’s a cool twist—it’ll also stream in American Sign Language right from the start, with season one getting the same treatment on March 31.
Based on the hit PlayStation game from Naughty Dog, this season pulls Joel and Ellie into fresh conflicts. Returning actors like Gabriel Luna join new talent like Kaitlyn Dever and Jeffrey Wright, with Catherine O’Hara popping in as a guest star. Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann are steering the ship, with Sony Pictures Television co-producing.
‘The Rehearsal S2’
Nathan Fielder’s oddball gem ‘The Rehearsal’ returns for its second season on April 20. This six-episode comedy follows Fielder as he helps regular folks prep for life’s big moments with wild, staged setups—think construction crews and actors galore. This time, he’s turning his focus to something bigger that ties us all together, though he’s keeping it vague for now.
Fielder writes, directs, and stars, with a team including Eric Notarnicola and Carrie Kemper backing him up. Episodes drop weekly, and if you liked the first season’s quirky vibe, this one’s set to lean even harder into the chaos. It’s a one-man mission to tame life’s unpredictability, and I’m curious to see where he takes it.
‘Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life’
Brett Goldstein’s got a comedy special landing on Max sometime in April, titled ‘Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night Of Your Life’. Known for his role in ‘Ted Lasso’, Goldstein wrote and performs this one, with Jeff Tomsic directing. It’s a standalone night of laughs, and I’m betting it’ll carry his dry, clever humor.
Details are light, but it’s produced with help from Matthew Vaughn and Molly Mandel. If you’re into comedy specials that hit sharp and fast, this could be a fun detour from the series-heavy lineup this month.
‘Y2K’
The A24 film ‘Y2K’ drops on April 4, and it’s a wild ride back to 1999. Picture two high school juniors crashing a New Year’s Eve party, only to end up fighting to survive a dial-up disaster. Jaeden Martell and Rachel Zegler star, with Julian Dennison, The Kid Laroi, and even Fred Durst along for the chaos.
Kyle Mooney directs and co-wrote it with Evan Winter, while producers like Jonah Hill and Chris Storer keep the vibe A24-weird. It’s a comedy with a retro tech twist, and I’m already sold on the premise—sounds like a messy, fun throwback.
‘Babygirl’
Closing out the month on April 25 is another A24 flick, ‘Babygirl’. Nicole Kidman plays a CEO who risks it all—career, family—for a steamy affair with her younger intern, Harris Dickinson. Sophie Wilde and Antonio Banderas round out the cast, bringing some extra spark to this tense setup.
Halina Reijn wrote and directed, with David Hinojosa and Julia Oh producing. It’s got that A24 edge—think bold choices and a story that’ll probably stick with you. If you’re into drama with a side of heat, this one’s calling your name.