During the launch of an exclusive streaming platform called HBO Max. Millions of Roku users complained bitterly. Because even after paying so much they couldn’t access premium content even when they had subscriptions. Well, a deal was finally struck, and from December 17, 2020, which made it possible for you to stream HBO Max on Roku, to the delight of binge-watchers everywhere. And it couldn’t have happened at a better time. What with the highly-anticipated Wonder Woman 1984 getting its VOD debut on the platform on Christmas Day.
Being connected to the large Roku-using market, HBO Max should see their subscription figures rise significantly. Especially because blockbusters like The Matrix 4, Godzilla vs. Kong, and Dune will stream exclusively on the platform throughout 2021, day-and-date with their theatrical release. This is quite an exciting thing to behold especially for Roku users.
How to Install HBO Max on Roku
Existing HBO or HBO Max customers who have never added either channel to their Roku device should follow the below instructions to add HBO Max:
- Press the home on your Ruko device
- On the homepage, go to Streaming Channels
- Select the ‘New and Notable’ or ‘Movies and TV’ from the Channel Store
- Click on HBO Max and ‘Add Channel’ to pin it to your home page
- You can sign in with your existing details
- If you’re not currently an HBO subscriber, it’s possible to register and pay for HBO Max on Roku directly using Roku Pay.
- Alternatively, those subscribed to the old version of HBO ought to find this has been automatically updated to the brand-new HBO Max on their home page. If that hasn’t happened, you can just:
- Select the HBO tile
- Hit the star key on your remote
- Pick the “Check for updates” option
- The HBO icon should now change to HBO Max
You might find out you’re entitled to HBO Max at no cost, depending on what provider you signed up to. Either HBO Now or HBO with – AT&T TV for example.
What can I watch HBOMax Roku
As you know, there are over 10,000 hours of quality entertainment from some of the biggest names in the movie and TV industry. On the HBO Max Roku, there are tones of HBO’s iconic and ground-breaking TV shows, which include; The Wire and Boardwalk Empire, and more modern hits like Lovecraft Country, The Undoing, and Euphoria. There are select titles from Warner Brothers 100-year film library, hand-curated classics from TCM, DC Entertainment blockbusters, documentaries. A glut of animated content, and some acclaimed anime from Studio Ghibli and Crunchyroll. In fact, you can even watch Earwig and the Witch – Studio Ghibli’s first foray into 3D CG.
Also, there’s all that exclusive content – every season of Friends, Gossip Girl, and The Big Bang Theory, plus thrilling Max Original series like The Flight Attendant and Raised by Wolves. And we’ve made mention of 17 highly anticipated movies arriving on HBO Max in 2021, available a month from their cinematic debut…
Is Roku HBO Max Worth Subscribing to?
Well, I don’t know what more to expect from a streaming platform. Or what you feel is missing on HBO Max which other platforms have. But trust me with these offers from HBO Max Roku, it is worth checking out for.
How do I Manage my HBO Max Subscription?
Managing your HBO Max subscriptions varies based on how you subscribe. If you are subscribed to HBO Max using Roku Pay or your subscription was upgraded to HBO Max from your HBO on The Roku Channel subscription. You can manage your subscription along with your other Roku Pay subscriptions all in one place at my.roku.com.
If you are subscribed to HBO Max using another streaming device or provider (such as Amazon or Samsung TV). You need to manage your subscription through that provider. If you are subscribed to HBO Max through your cable or satellite provider, or another provider (such as Spectrum, AT&T, or Hulu). Contact that provider to manage your subscription.
