What's available

HBO Max in Portugal gives you access to a strong lineup of HBO originals and Warner Bros. content. You can stream fan favourites like The Sopranos, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Wire, Succession, and Euphoria. Recent hits like The Last of Us, White Lotus, and True Detective: Night Country are also available. On the film side, you get access to Warner Bros. theatrical releases and DC titles including Aquaman, The Batman, and Barbie.

What you're missing

Compared to the US library, the Portuguese catalogue has some noticeable gaps. You may find that certain titles are missing or delayed due to regional licensing deals. Titles frequently unavailable in Portugal include:

  • Curb Your Enthusiasm — not consistently available in all European libraries
  • Six Feet Under — often missing outside the US
  • Certain Warner Bros. films that are tied to local streaming deals with competitors like Netflix Portugal
  • Some Max Originals like The Idol and select documentary content that roll out on delayed schedules regionally

How to access other regions

If you want to unlock the full US library, a VPN is your best option. A VPN masks your real IP address and lets you appear as though you're browsing from another country. To access the US version of Max, connect to a US server before opening the app or website. Our top recommendation is NordVPN — it reliably unblocks Max, offers fast speeds, and has plenty of US server locations to choose from. Simply install NordVPN, connect to a server in cities like New York or Los Angeles, then log in to Max as normal.

Pricing

HBO Max in Portugal is priced in euros. Plans typically start around €5.99/month for the with-ads tier, with the ad-free plan running approximately €9.99/month. An Ultimate plan with 4K streaming sits around €13.99/month. Pricing is subject to change, so check the Max website directly for the latest offers.

Our recommendation

HBO Max in Portugal delivers excellent value if you're a fan of prestige TV and big blockbusters. The core HBO catalogue alone justifies the subscription. However, if you want access to the complete US library with no gaps, pairing your subscription with NordVPN and connecting to a US server is the smartest move. It takes less than two minutes to set up and opens up significantly more content for the same monthly price.