The best HBO Max deals and bundles in May 2026
HBO Max offers several streaming deals and bundles in May 2026, including options with Disney+ and Hulu, aimed at helping users save on subscription costs. The platform features popular content such as the new season of 'Euphoria' and upcoming 'House of the Dragon' to attract viewers. Students can also access discounted rates through a verified subscription plan.
- ▪HBO Max is available through a bundle with Disney+ and Hulu for $19.99/month with ads or $32.99/month ad-free.
- ▪HBO Max can be added to an existing Hulu plan starting at $10.99/month.
- ▪Students can get a 50% discount on the HBO Max Basic With Ads plan, paying $5.49/month after verification via UNiDAYS.
- ▪The HBO Max Basic With Ads plan costs $10.99/month or $109.99/year when billed annually.
- ▪New content on HBO Max in May 2026 includes the latest season of 'Euphoria' and the upcoming 'House of the Dragon' season launching in June.
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- ▪ The 3 Best Movies to Watch on HBO Max This Week — TheWrap
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Home > Entertainment The best HBO Max deals and bundles in May 2026 From a new season of 'Euphoria' to 'The Pitt' and so much more, catch excellent shows and films on HBO Max with these streaming deals. By Hannah Hoolihan Hannah Hoolihan Hannah Hoolihan is a freelance writer with Mashable. She’s written for various entertainment websites since 2017, covering everything from tech to games to film. You’ll currently find her work on IGN and Fangoria alongside Mashable, but she also has bylines at Rock Paper Shotgun, Collider, Screen Rant, and more. When she’s not writing, she enjoys catching up with the latest films and shows — horror, in particular — and has a deep love of FromSoft games, which she continues to happily replay.
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