What's available

Germany's HBO Max library gives you access to a solid collection of HBO originals and Warner Bros. titles. You can stream flagship shows like The Sopranos, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, Succession, The White Lotus, and Euphoria. On the film side, you'll find Warner Bros. blockbusters including Dune, The Batman, and titles from the DC Extended Universe. Max Originals like The Last of Us and True Detective: Night Country are also available.

What you're missing

The German library is noticeably smaller than the US version. Several popular titles are either delayed or completely absent, including:

  • South Park — not available in Germany
  • Curb Your Enthusiasm — missing from the German catalogue
  • Barry — unavailable in Germany
  • Insecure — not accessible on the German platform
  • Many classic Warner Bros. films and older HBO catalog titles that appear in the US library are region-locked out of Germany

Licensing deals with local German broadcasters, particularly Sky, restrict a significant portion of the full Max library from reaching you.

How to access other regions

A VPN lets you connect to a server in another country, making streaming platforms think you're located there. To access the full US Max library, connect your VPN to a United States server, then open Max in your browser or app. Our top recommendation is NordVPN — it reliably unblocks Max and offers fast speeds that keep buffering to a minimum. It's also straightforward to use, even if you've never used a VPN before.

Pricing

HBO Max in Germany is currently priced at approximately €5.99 per month for the ad-supported tier and €9.99 per month for the ad-free standard plan. An Ultimate tier with additional features is available at around €13.99 per month. Pricing can change, so check the Max website directly for the latest rates.

Our recommendation

If you're in Germany and subscribing to Max, you're already getting access to some of the best television ever made. But if you want the complete experience — including titles blocked by regional licensing — pairing your subscription with NordVPN and connecting to a US server is the most effective solution. It's quick to set up, and the difference in available content is substantial enough to make it worth your while.