Acclaimed Oscar Contender Is HBO Max’s Most-Watched Movie This Week Yet Again

HBO Max viewers are currently exploring a diverse catalog that ranges from legendary action sequels to iconic fantasy romances. The platform’s most-watched list for the week is dominated by the ‘John Wick’ franchise and the complete ‘Twilight’ saga. Meanwhile, a major new release from director Paul Thomas Anderson has captured significant attention and secured a leading spot on the charts. These trending titles offer a blend of high-octane combat, supernatural drama, and historical satire.

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2’ (2012)

The final installment of the franchise focuses on Bella Swan as she adapts to her new life as a vampire and mother. The Cullen family gathers vampire clans from around the world to protect Renesmee from a false allegation brought before the Volturi. Tensions culminate in a snowy battlefield where the fate of the supernatural community hangs in the balance. This film concluded the cinematic adaptation of Stephenie Meyer’s book series with a significant box office performance.

‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ (2010)

Seattle is ravaged by a string of mysterious killings as a malicious vampire continues her quest for revenge. Bella is forced to choose between her love for Edward Cullen and her friendship with Jacob Black while the city remains under threat. The Cullens and the Quileute wolves form an uneasy alliance to combat a growing army of newborns. This chapter explores the backstories of various Cullen family members during the preparation for battle.

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ (2011)

Bella and Edward celebrate their long-awaited marriage and depart for a honeymoon on a private island off the coast of Brazil. The narrative shifts when Bella discovers she is pregnant with a child that grows at an accelerated and dangerous rate. This development creates a rift between the Quileute pack and the Cullens, leading to a potential conflict. The film depicts the physical toll the pregnancy takes on Bella and the desperate measures taken to ensure her survival.

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

Following a near-fatal accident at her birthday party, Edward leaves Forks to protect Bella from the dangers of the vampire world. Bella sinks into a deep depression until she finds comfort in her growing bond with Jacob Black. She eventually discovers the secret of the Quileute tribe and the existence of the Volturi, the vampire royalty in Italy. The story concludes with a race against time to prevent a tragic misunderstanding in Volterra.

‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’ (2019)

John Wick is declared “excommunicado” with a $14 million bounty on his head after killing a member of the High Table on Continental grounds. He must navigate the streets of New York City and travel to Casablanca while every professional assassin in the world hunts him down. Wick seeks out old allies and the Elder to find a way to clear his name and survive the onslaught. The film features high-octane choreography and expands the lore of the global criminal underworld.

‘History of the World: Part I’ (1981)

Directed by Mel Brooks, this comedy anthology parodies various eras of human history from the Stone Age to the French Revolution. The film features segments such as the Roman Empire, where Brooks portrays a “stand-up philosopher” named Comicus. Other notable sequences include a musical interpretation of the Spanish Inquisition and the discovery of the Ten Commandments. The production utilizes slapstick humor and satirical musical numbers to lampoon historical events and figures.

‘Twilight’ (2008)

Bella Swan moves to the rainy town of Forks, Washington, where she meets the mysterious and alluring Edward Cullen. She soon discovers that Edward and his family are vampires who abstain from human blood. Their burgeoning romance is threatened when a nomadic coven of predatory vampires targets Bella for sport. This film launched a global cultural phenomenon and established the cinematic aesthetic for the rest of the series.

‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ (2017)

Retired super-assassin John Wick is forced back into the criminal underworld by a blood oath he cannot ignore. He travels to Rome to fulfill a contract involving the assassination of a high-ranking member of an international assassins’ guild. After being betrayed by his employer, Wick finds himself targeted by some of the world’s most lethal killers. The sequel delves deeper into the rules and rituals of the Continental Hotel and its governing body.

‘John Wick’ (2014)

A retired hitman seeks vengeance after the son of a Russian mobster steals his vintage Mustang and kills his puppy, a final gift from his late wife. His quest leads him back to the secret society of assassins he once dominated with lethal efficiency. The story introduces the Continental, a neutral ground for criminals, and its strict code of conduct. This action film is recognized for its “gun-fu” style and the revitalizing effect it had on the genre.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this black comedy action-thriller follows an ex-revolutionary who is pulled back into a life of conflict. He and his daughter must evade a corrupt military officer while navigating a dangerous landscape. The ensemble cast includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, and Benicio del Toro in a narrative inspired by Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland. This production marks the film debut of Chase Infiniti and explores themes of familial loyalty and political corruption.

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