What’s Coming to Max in May 2025

Max in May is turning up the heat with a bold and brilliant lineup that’s made for binge-lovers, pop culture addicts, and adventure seekers alike. 

Whether you’re ready to laugh out loud with Conan O’Brien Must Go season two, dive back into the glam chaos of And Just Like That… Season three, or get swept up in cinematic stories like Brutalist, Mountainhead, and the soul-baring Pee-wee as Himself—there’s something unforgettable waiting for every kind of viewer.

From globe-trotting comedy and emotional docuseries to prestige drama and artistic thrillers, Max is serving a feast of fresh entertainment that’s equal parts fun, fearless, and thought-provoking. Don’t miss out—check out the full list of what’s coming to Max in May and start planning your perfect watchlist now!

Featured Programming

Series

Conan O’Brien Must Go Season 2 (Thursday, May 8)

In this riotously funny travel series, Conan O’Brien sets out on a globe-trotting adventure to reconnect with fans he first met on his podcast—bringing his signature wit and charm to every encounter. Along the way, he dives headfirst into local cultures, creating unforgettable moments and plenty of laughs. It is one of the top highlights coming to Max in May.

Duster (Thursday, May 15)

Set in the gritty Southwest of the 1970s, this high-octane series follows a fearless getaway driver working for a rising crime syndicate. But things go from dangerous to downright chaotic when a relentless young agent arrives, determined to dismantle the entire operation—no matter the cost. It's a thrilling ride packed with tension, grit, and reckless ambition.

And Just Like That… Season 3 (Thursday, May 29)

And Just Like That… returns with Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte, Seema, and LTW navigating love, friendship, and everything in between as they embrace life in their 50s in New York City.

Also, back for season three is the And Just Like That… The Writers Room Companion Podcast, where King and his team of writers—including Elisa Zuritsky, Julie Rottenberg, and Samantha Irby—dive into the season’s juiciest storylines, fashion moments, and behind-the-scenes secrets you won’t hear anywhere else. It is your go-to series to watch on Max in May.

Films

Adult Best Friends (Friday, May 2)

Katie and Delaney have been best friends forever, but as they enter their 30s, life begins to pull them in different directions. When Katie's boyfriend pops the question, she organizes a throwback getaway with Delaney—hoping that the comfort of old memories will ease the shock of her big news.

The Brutalist (Friday, May 16)

Fleeing the turmoil of post-war Europe, brilliant architect László Toth lands in America, determined to reclaim his life and reunite with his wife Erzsébet after years of separation. In Pennsylvania, his talent catches the eye of influential industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren—offering him a chance to build again. But in a land of opportunity, ambition comes with a price. It is your go-to film to watch on Max in May.

Mountainhead (Saturday, May 31)

Amid a spiraling global crisis, a tight-knit circle of billionaire friends gathers—each bringing their egos, secrets, and agendas to the table. Starring Steve Carell as Randall, Jason Schwartzman as Souper (Hugo Van Yalk), Cory Michael Smith as Venis, and Ramy Youssef as Jeff, this sharp ensemble drama dives into privilege, power, and the unraveling world around them.

Documentaries

100 Foot Wave Season 3 (Thursday, May 1)

The pulse-pounding docuseries 100 Foot Wave returns for season three, diving deeper into the lives of big wave legend Garrett McNamara, his wife Nicole, and a crew of fearless surfers chasing giants across the globe. From the towering waves of Nazaré to uncharted swells in Cortes Bank, Safi, O’ahu, and beyond, this season captures not only record-breaking rides but also raw, emotional moments behind the surf. With every wave, these athletes test the limits of fear, passion, and perseverance like never before. Don’t forget to add this in your list of what to watch on Max in May 2025!

Pee-wee as Himself (Friday, May 23)

Pee-wee as Himself is a powerful and deeply personal documentary that peels back the curtain on Paul Reubens, the brilliant mind behind the iconic Pee-wee Herman. Through an intimate, soul-searching interview, Reubens sets the record straight—unpacking his artistic roots in circus and avant-garde theater, his career-defining choices, and the emotional toll of separating from the character that made him a cultural phenomenon. It's a revealing portrait of a comedy legend reclaiming his story on his own terms. 

Titles Coming to Max in May

*This list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change.

Thursday, May 1

100 Foot Wave, Season 3 (HBO Original)
A Haunted House (2013)
A Haunted House 2 (2014)
A Private War (2018)
Badman’s Country (1958)
Barricade (1950)
Broadway Melody of 1940 (1940)
Carson City (1952)
Chronicle (2012)
Chronicle: Director’s Cut (2012)
Dallas (1950)
Dylan’s Playtime Adventures, Season 1B (Max Original)
Enter The Dragon (1973)
Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
Fort Dobbs (1958)
Fort Worth (1951)
Funny People (2009)
Hannibal (2001)
In the Fade (2017)
Inception (2010)
Legend of the Guardians The Owls of Ga’Hoole (2010)
Lone Star (1952)
Lost River (2015)
Madagascar (2005)
Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (2012)
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
Megan Leavey (2017)
Notting Hill (1999)
Pee-wee’s Big Adventure (1985)
Rachel and the Stranger (1948)
Rancho Notorious (1952)
Red Tails (2012)
Ride, Vaquero! (1953)
Riding Shotgun (1954)
Rocky Mountain (1950)
Royal Wedding (1951)
San Antonio (1945)
Santa Fe Trail (1940)
Shoot-Out at Medicine Bend (1957)
Son of Belle Starr (1953)
Son of the Mask (2005)
Springfield Rifle (1952)
Stars in My Crown (1950)
Tall in the Saddle (1944)
Tall Man Riding (1955)
The Band Wagon (1953)
The Bounty Hunter (1954)
The First Texan (1956)
The Goonies (1985)
The Kissing Bandit (1948)
The Left-Handed Gun (1958)
The Man Behind the Gun (1953)
The Mortal Storm (1940)
The Naked Spur (1953)
The Oklahoma Kid (1939)
The Oklahoman (1957)
The Painted Hills (1951)
The Princess Bride (1987)
The Shining (1980)
The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
The Young Guns (1956)
They Died with Their Boots On (1941)
This Means War (2012)
This Means War: Extended Edition (2012)
Thunder Over the Plains (1953)
Trail Street (1947)
Vengeance Valley (1951)
Vivacious Lady (1938)
We Bought a Zoo (2011)
Westbound (1959)
Westward the Women (1951)
Wichita (1955)
Ziegfeld Girl (1941)

Friday, May 2

Adult Best Friends (2024)
Malditos, Season 1 (Max Original)
Teen Titans Go!, Season 9A (Cartoon Network)

Saturday, May 3

Ready Player One (2018)

Tuesday, May 6

Fareed Zakaria: The War on Government (CNN)
Talking Pictures Podcast – Special Video Episode with Eli Roth Recorded At TCM Classic Film Festival
The Playboy Murders, Season 3 (ID)
Toxic, Season 1 (ID)

Thursday, May 8

Conan O’Brien Must Go, Season 2 (Max Original)

Friday, May 9

Bloody Trophy (Krwawe Trofeum) (Max Original)
The Whale (A24, 2022)

Sunday, May 11

Delicious Miss Brown, Season 10 (Food Network)
The Bakersfield 3: A Tale of Murder and Motherhood, Season 1 (ID)

Monday, May 12

Where the Crawdads Sing (2022)

Tuesday, May 13

Betting on Paradise, Season 1 (HGTV)
Contraband: Seized at the Border, Season 6 (Discovery)
Dream Destination: A Surprise Trip, Season 1 (Discovery+)

Wednesday, May 14

Cutthroat Kitchen: Knives Out, Season 1 (Food Network)
Mini Reni, Season 1 (Magnolia Network)

Thursday, May 15

Duster, Season 1 (Max Original)
Mermicorno: Starfall, Season 2 (Max Original)
United States of Scandal with Jake Tapper, Season 2 (CNN Original)

Friday, May 16

The Brutalist (A24)

Saturday, May 17

Bugs Bunny Builders, Season 2E (Cartoon Network)

Sunday, May 18

Love & Marriage: Detroit, Season 2 (OWN)

Say Yes to the Dress, Season 21 (TLC)

Monday, May 19

American Monster: Abuse of Power, Season 1 (ID)

Tuesday, May 20

Kong: Skull Island (2017)

Wednesday, May 21

Homicide Hunter: American Detective, Season 5 (ID)

Thursday, May 22

Expedition Files, Season 2 (Discovery)

Friday, May 23

Pee-wee as Himself (HBO Original)
Restoring Galveston, Season 7 (Magnolia Network)
Silly Sundays, Season 1B (Cartoon Network)

Sunday, May 25

Say Yes To The Dress With Tan France, Season 1 (TLC)

Wednesday, May 28

Down Home Fab, Season 3 (HGTV)

Thursday, May 29

And Just Like That…, Season 3 (Max Original)

Saturday, May 31

Mountainhead (HBO Original)

Live Sports in May

Please note, this list may not be comprehensive and is subject to change. All times are in ET. Pre- and post-game programming will also be available to stream live, along with condensed replay highlights available after each event.

NBA Playoffs

May 1

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 3

Playoffs – 1st Round, TBA

May 4

Playoffs – 1st Round, TBA

May 5

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 6

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 7

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 11

Playoff Single Game, TBA

May 12

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 13

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 14

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 18

Playoffs – 2nd Round, TBA

May 19

Playoffs – 2nd Round, TBA

May 21

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #1, TBA

May 23

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #2, TBA

May 25

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #3, TBA

May 27

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #4, TBA

May 29

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #5, TBA

May 31

Eastern Conf. Finals Game #6, TBA

*Note: Specific teams/times will be announced at a later date

NHL Playoffs

May 1

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 2

Playoffs, TBA

May 4

Playoffs – 1st Round, TBA

May 8

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 9

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 10

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 11

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 15

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 16

Playoff Doubleheader, TBA

May 18

Playoffs – 1st Round, TBA

May 22

Conference Finals, TBA

May 24

Conference Finals, TBA

May 26

Conference Finals, TBA

May 28

Conference Finals, TBA

May 30

Conference Finals, TBA

*Note: Specific teams/times will be announced at a later date

MLB

May 6

San Diego Padres vs New York Yankees, 7 p.m.

May 13

Boston Red Sox vs Detroit Tigers, 6:30 p.m.

May 20

New York Mets vs Boston Red Sox, 6:30 p.m.

May 27

Atlanta Braves vs Philadelphia Phillies, 6:30 p.m.

NASCAR 

May 4

Wurth 400 presented by LIQUI MOLY, 3:30 p.m.

May 11

AdventHealth 400, 3 p.m.

May 18

NASCAR All-Star Open, 5:30 p.m.
NASCAR All-Star Race, 8 p.m.

May 25

Coca-Cola 600, 6 p.m.

U.S. Soccer

May 31

USWNT vs China, 5:30 p.m.

Roland Garros

May 19

Practice, 1 – 7 p.m.
Qualifying, from 10 a.m.

May 20

Practice, 1 – 7 p.m.
Qualifying, from 10 a.m.

May 21

Practice, 1 – 7 p.m.
Qualifying, from 10 a.m.

May 22

Practice, 1 – 7 p.m.
Qualifying, from 10 a.m.

May 23

Practice, 1 – 7 p.m.
Qualifying, from 10 a.m.

May 25

1st Round, from 11 a.m.

May 26

1st Round, from 11 a.m.

May 27

1st Round, from 11 a.m.

May 28

2nd Round, from 11 a.m.

May 29

2nd Round, from 11 a.m.

May 30

3rd Round, from 11 a.m.

May 31

3rd Round, from 11 a.m.

*Live Sports are available only on select plans. Plan availability varies by subscription provider. Check with your subscription provider for details

All Elite Wrestling (AEW)

May 3

AEW Collision, 8 p.m.

May 4

Double or Nothing (2021)

May 7

AEW Dynamite, 8 p.m.

May 8

AEW Collision, 8 p.m.

May 11

Double or Nothing (2022)

May 14

AEW Dynamite, 8 p.m.

May 16

AEW Dynamite archives (summer/fall 2020)
All Out (2020)
Full Gear (2020)

May 17

AEW Collision, 8 p.m.

May 18

Double or Nothing (2023)

May 21

AEW Dynamite, 8 p.m.

May 22

AEW Collision, 8 p.m.
AEW Collision, Countdown to Double or Nothing 2025, 10 p.m.

May 28

AEW Dynamite, 8 p.m.

May 31

AEW Collision, 11:30 p.m.

Last month's guide: New Max shows and movies in April 2025

Titles premiering on streaming May 2025:

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• New on Disney+ in May 2025
• New on BritBox in May 2025
• New on Acorn TV in May 2025