Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on HBO Max, Including ‘The Chair Company’

There’s a packed slate on Max this week, with fresh premieres alongside returning favorites from animation, reality competitions, and international drama. To make planning easy, we’ve pulled together ten titles landing on the service across the week and into the weekend so you can line up exactly what to watch.

You’ll find quick primers with plot, cast, creators, and production details for each pick. We’ve prioritized the newest arrivals first, then Max or HBO originals, and finally library series and long-running staples—so you can jump straight to the latest headline additions before circling back to comfort-watch classics.

‘The Chair Company’ (2025– )

HBO’s new comedy from creators Tim Robinson and Zach Kanin follows William Ronald Trosper, a Midwestern office worker whose embarrassing on-the-job incident snowballs into a conspiracy he can’t let go. The ensemble includes Lake Bell, Sophia Lillis, Will Price, Joseph Tudisco, and Lou Diamond Phillips across an eight-episode season.

Behind the camera, executive producers include Robinson, Kanin, Andrew DeYoung, Adam McKay, Todd Schulman, and Igor Srubshchik, with episodes directed by DeYoung and Aaron Schimberg. The series is produced by Hyperobject Industries for HBO, with streaming on Max following each linear airing.

‘Impractical Jokers’ (2011– )

The long-running hidden-camera series centers on comedy troupe The Tenderloins—James “Murr” Murray, Brian “Q” Quinn, and Sal Vulcano—who challenge one another to improvise awkward public dares, with the day’s loser facing an elaborate “punishment.” Episodes collect candid pranks and reaction-driven bits filmed in real-world settings.

Produced by NorthSouth Productions, the franchise spans numerous seasons, specials, and a feature film, with recent installments premiering on TBS and streaming on Max. The format’s rotating guest spots and live-tour tie-ins continue to expand the show’s catalogue available in the Max library.

‘Bering Sea Gold’ (2012– )

Set in and around Nome, Alaska, this unscripted series follows dredge crews mining placer gold on the floor of the Bering Sea, balancing engineering challenges, brutal weather, and tight seasons. Narration has included Thom Beers in early seasons and Mike Rowe in later years as the show tracks crew rivalries and equipment upgrades.

From Original Productions—the company behind ‘Deadliest Catch’—the series alternates between open-water and “Under the Ice” runs. Episodes spotlight custom rigs, diver safety, and the logistics of offshore operations, with multi-season archives now streaming on Max.

‘Bugs Bunny Builders’ (2022– )

This preschool Looney Tunes spinoff teams Bugs, Lola, Daffy, Porky, and Tweety as a kid-friendly construction crew tackling zany builds around Looneyburg. Episodes are short, skills-based stories that emphasize teamwork, problem-solving, and imaginative machinery tailored to early learners.

Developed at Warner Bros. Animation with Sam Register as executive producer and Jacob Fleisher among the creative leads, the series originated on Cartoonito and Max. Voice talent includes Eric Bauza, Jeff Bergman, Bob Bergen, Candi Milo, Chandni Parekh, and Fred Tatasciore, with multiple seasons available to stream.

‘Lu & the Bally Bunch’ (2023)

Created, written, and directed by Nicky Phelan, this animated preschool series follows Lu—a ladybird starting school—and her friends as they learn social and emotional skills through music, play, and gentle humor. Episodes focus on everyday moments like sharing, patience, and friendship.

Produced by 9 Story Media Group and Brown Bag Films, the show features voices including Freya McLaughlin and Aileen Mythen, with music by Darren Hendley. The series has aired across Cartoonito and CBC Kids, with episodes joining Max’s preschool hub.

‘VGLY’ (2023– )

Set in Mexico City’s urban-music scene, the drama tracks aspiring artist Vgly and his crew as they try to break through while navigating hustles, rivalries, and music-industry gatekeepers. Cast members include Benny Emmanuel, Crystal López, and Juan Daniel García Treviño.

The series is produced with Exile Content Studio and Warner Bros. Television involvement, with notable guest turns by real-world artists and curated music supervision. A second-season pickup underscores the show’s momentum, with episodes rolling out on Max.

‘Baylen Out Loud’ (2025– )

This unscripted docuseries follows creator Baylen Dupree as she pursues independence while living with Tourette Syndrome, weaving in work, relationships, and family life. The show places Baylen’s day-to-day experiences at the center of each episode.

Produced in a first-person style with participation from her family and fiancé, the series also foregrounds education and advocacy around Tourette Syndrome. Episodes arrive to Max with a focus on candid storytelling and milestone-driven arcs over the season.

‘Alex vs America’ (2022– )

Chef Alex Guarnaschelli faces themed groups of chefs in a two-round gauntlet judged by rotating experts, with host Eric Adjepong overseeing the competition. The format builds toward a final challenge where the day’s best competitor tries to beat Guarnaschelli’s combined score.

Produced by Knuckle Sandwich Productions, episodes feature familiar Food Network judges and champions as guest evaluators. The series emphasizes strategy under pressure and technical versatility, with seasons streaming as part of Max’s Food Network offering.

‘Smiling Friends’ (2020– )

Created by Zach Hadel and Michael Cusack, this offbeat animated comedy follows Charlie and Pim at Smiling Friends Inc., a company hired to make people happy in increasingly bizarre situations. Episodes run about 11 minutes, blending mixed-media gags, fourth-wall bits, and a rotating cast of oddball characters.

Production has included studios like Princess Bento Studio and Studio Yotta, with music contributions from Chris O’Neill and Brendan Caulfield. The Adult Swim series streams on Max, where its anthology-style storytelling and varied animation techniques are lined up season-by-season.

‘Krypto Saves the Day!’ (2025– )

This animated family series follows Superman’s superdog, Krypto, as he navigates everyday adventures around Metropolis and leaps into lighthearted rescues when trouble calls. Storylines center on being a “good boy” with a heroic streak and include cameos from familiar DC locales and characters.

Credits list David Gemmill among episode directors and producers Michael Baum and Ryan Kramer on the production side, with the show categorized under Kids & Family. Produced under the DC Studios banner, episodes stream on Max as part of the expanding DC slate for younger viewers.

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