What's available

HBO Max launched in Austria with a solid catalog that includes most of HBO's flagship programming. You get access to hits like The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, Succession, The Wire, Sopranos, and Euphoria. On the film side, you'll find Warner Bros. titles including Dune: Part Two, Barbie, and the DC extended universe films. Max Originals like White Lotus and True Detective: Night Country are also available.

What you're missing

The Austrian library is noticeably smaller than the US version. Several titles are absent due to regional licensing deals. You won't find South Park, Rick and Morty (full catalog), or Sesame Street. Some Warner Bros. films rotate off and land on local streaming competitors instead. Older HBO series like Deadwood and Rome have limited or no availability. Certain sports content and live events that appear on Max in the US are completely absent in Austria.

How to access other regions

A VPN lets you change your apparent location so you can access a different regional library. To reach the full US Max catalog, connect to a US server, then log in or sign up for a Max account.

  • Our top recommendation is NordVPN — it reliably unblocks Max and has fast US servers suited for HD and 4K streaming.
  • Connect to a server in New York or Los Angeles for the best results with Max.
  • Once connected, visit max.com and either sign in or create a new account using a US payment method or a gift card.

Pricing

In Austria, Max is priced at approximately €5.99 per month for the with-ads tier and €9.99 per month for the ad-free standard plan. An Ultimate plan with 4K content sits around €13.99 per month. Pricing can shift with promotions, so check the Max website directly for the latest rates.

Our recommendation

If you're in Austria and happy watching HBO's core lineup, Max delivers strong value as-is. But if you want the complete US library — including missing series and films — pairing your subscription with NordVPN is the practical solution. Connect to a US server, access a broader catalog, and get significantly more for the same monthly cost. It's a straightforward upgrade that takes about five minutes to set up.