What's available

HBO Max launched in South Korea in 2022 and carries a solid lineup of HBO originals and Warner Bros. content. You can stream flagship series like The Last of Us, House of the Dragon, Succession, Euphoria, and The White Lotus. Film fans get access to titles like Dune: Part Two, Barbie, and the DC extended universe catalog. South Korean subscribers also benefit from some locally produced Max Originals, and the platform carries a selection of anime and classic HBO series like The Sopranos and The Wire.

What you're missing

The South Korean library is noticeably smaller than the US version. Several high-profile titles are either unavailable or delayed due to regional licensing. Specific gaps include:

  • Curb Your Enthusiasm — not available in South Korea
  • True Detective: Night Country — delayed or missing from the regional catalog
  • A large portion of the Turner Classic Movies library
  • Many Warner Bros. catalog films that stream freely in the US
  • Six Feet Under and several older HBO drama series
  • Certain Max Original comedy specials and documentary titles

How to access other regions

If you want to unlock the full US library, you need a VPN. A VPN routes your connection through a server in another country, making HBO Max think you're browsing from there. Connect to a US server to access the complete American catalog. Our top recommendation is NordVPN — it reliably bypasses HBO Max's geo-restrictions, offers fast streaming speeds, and has servers across multiple US cities. Simply install NordVPN, connect to a US server, and reload HBO Max.

Pricing

HBO Max in South Korea is priced at approximately ₩9,900 per month for the ad-supported tier and ₩13,900 per month for the ad-free plan. An Ultimate plan with additional features sits around ₩17,900 per month. Pricing is subject to change, so check the official Max website for the latest rates before subscribing.

Our recommendation

HBO Max in South Korea gives you access to the best of HBO's prestige television and a strong selection of Warner Bros. films, making it worth subscribing for fans of The Last of Us or House of the Dragon alone. However, if you want the complete experience without missing out on catalog titles and exclusive US content, pair your subscription with NordVPN and connect to a US server — you'll get everything the platform has to offer for a minimal extra cost.