Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on HBO Max, Including ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2

A fresh batch of arrivals just landed, which makes this weekend a great time to catch up on new premieres and fan favorites on HBO Max. Below are ten recent additions pulled from this week and the last couple of weeks, selected by recency first and then by how closely they connect to the platform’s own brands and franchises. Everything here is a series, so you can dip in for one episode or let a full season roll.

Each pick includes a quick rundown of what the show is about along with key cast and creative credits. The aim is to help you skim fast and jump right to something that fits your mood, whether that is action, comedy, true crime, food competition, natural history, home design, or family friendly animation.

‘Silly Sundays’ (2023)

This animated preschool series follows a cheerful family through weekend routines that turn into gentle adventures, with stories that revolve around siblings, parents, and grandparents spending time together. Episodes are short and self contained, which makes it easy for young viewers to follow along with themes like teamwork, creativity, and play.

Produced for the Cartoonito programming block on Max, the show features bright character designs and a cast of kid and adult voice performers who bring everyday moments to life. The creative team focuses on relatable situations and simple jokes, with music cues and sound design that support early learning and social skills.

‘Bitchin’ Rides: Road to the Ridler’ (2025)

This automotive docuseries tracks the Kindig It Design crew as they build high end custom vehicles for the prestigious Ridler Award at Detroit Autorama. Episodes follow the full process from concept to fabrication and paint, along with test drives and final judging day.

The series features shop owner Dave Kindig along with longtime teammates like Kevin Schiele and Will Lockwood. Viewers see metalwork, bodywork, and interior craftsmanship captured in the shop, with suppliers and specialists appearing as projects reach critical milestones.

‘Toad & Friends’ (2023)

This animated series introduces young viewers to characters inspired by the classic tales of Kenneth Grahame, including Toad, Mole, Rat, and Badger. Episodes present gentle adventures around the riverbank and the countryside, with themes of friendship and curiosity.

The production uses colorful backgrounds and expressive character animation, with a voice cast that brings a warm British storybook tone to each short. Music and narration support the literary roots of the material while keeping the pace accessible for preschool and early grade audiences.

‘The Cleaning Lady’ (2022)

This crime drama follows a skilled surgeon from overseas who becomes a cleaning worker in the United States and is pulled into organized crime to protect her family. The premise balances undercover danger with the lead character’s medical expertise, which becomes a tool for survival.

Developed for American television by Miranda Kwok and based on an Argentine series, the show stars Élodie Yung with performances by Adan Canto and Martha Millan among the ensemble. Episodes combine case of the week challenges with ongoing arcs about loyalty, law enforcement pressure, and family bonds.

‘Abbott Elementary’ (2021)

Set in a public school in Philadelphia, this mockumentary style comedy follows a group of teachers and administrators as they navigate resources, classroom wins, and everyday chaos. The format uses talking head moments and staff interactions to build character driven stories.

Created by Quinta Brunson, the series stars Brunson with Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lisa Ann Walter, Chris Perfetti, and William Stanford Davis. Produced by Warner Bros Television for ABC and streaming on Max, the show has earned industry awards for its writing and ensemble work.

‘The Heritage’ (2025)

This 2025 series arrives as a new addition in the latest HBO Max slate and unfolds across multiple episodes that examine the idea of heritage within families and communities. The storytelling follows connected characters and settings that highlight how identity and legacy shape choices over time.

The production presents an ensemble approach with episodes guided by a writers room and a rotating group of directors. The creative focus stays on interlocking plotlines and character histories, with each chapter building out a broader picture of inheritance, responsibility, and the ties that bind.

‘Peacemaker’ (2022)

This DC series centers on Christopher Smith, a helmeted antihero who is recruited into a covert team and sent on missions that push him to question his past and his purpose. The story spins out of the events of the film that introduced the character and blends black ops action with a deepening backstory.

Created by James Gunn, the show stars John Cena with Danielle Brooks, Freddie Stroma, Jennifer Holland, Steve Agee, and Robert Patrick. Episodes were written and directed by Gunn and other collaborators across the season, with production by DC and Warner Bros Television for Max.

‘Bargain Block’ (2021)

This home renovation series follows designers and builders Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas as they buy distressed houses in Detroit and turn them into stylish, affordable homes. Each episode walks through layout fixes, DIY builds, and budget decisions from demolition to staging.

Realtor Shea Hicks Whitney helps connect the finished houses with buyers, and the show highlights neighborhood blocks as multiple properties are restored. The format blends design problem solving with local market context, giving a street level view of revitalization efforts.

‘Mammals’ (2024)

This natural history series explores how mammals adapt, communicate, hunt, and care for their young in habitats around the world. Episodes showcase behaviors captured with long lens cinematography, motion triggered camera traps, and drone footage.

Produced by the BBC Studios Natural History Unit, the series is narrated by David Attenborough. The team behind the camera includes field producers, scientists, and camera operators who specialize in tracking elusive species across deserts, oceans, forests, and polar regions.

‘The Prince’ (2023)

This Turkish comedy series follows a public figure known as the prince as he navigates modern life with a mix of family expectations and media attention. Episodes build stories around everyday crises that spiral into comedic set pieces while the central character tries to keep personal and professional worlds from colliding.

‘Prens’ features an ensemble cast from Turkish television with a writers room shaping the season and a rotating group of directors guiding individual episodes. The production focuses on workplace satire and home life complications, using recurring side characters and running gags to anchor each chapter.

Share which of these you are queuing up first in the comments so everyone can trade weekend picks.