All the Movies and TV Shows Premiering on HBO Max This Week, Including a Returning Animated Series

A fresh lineup of movies, television series, and documentaries is arriving on HBO Max throughout the week of September 21 to September 27. Subscribers can look forward to a diverse range of entertainment spanning action blockbusters, true crime docuseries, animated favorites, and lifestyle reality programming.

From gripping original documentaries to long-running unscripted staples, the platform continues to expand its catalog with new and returning content. Here is everything scheduled to premiere on the streaming service over the coming days.

‘Siren: The Voices of Shelley Beattie’ (2025)

Debuting on the platform on Tuesday, September 22, ‘Siren: The Voices of Shelley Beattie’ is an HBO Original documentary chronicling the life and career of the renowned athlete. The film explores Beattie’s remarkable rise as a deaf bodybuilder, her achievements in competitive sailing, and her stardom as Siren on ‘American Gladiators’. Through archival footage and interviews with family, friends, and peers, the documentary examines her public athletic triumphs alongside her private battles with mental health. The production offers an in-depth retrospective on the barriers she broke across multiple sporting disciplines before her untimely death.

‘The Meg’ (2018)

Arriving on Wednesday, September 23, ‘The Meg’ follows rescue diver Jonas Taylor as he is recruited to save a research crew trapped at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean. The deep-sea mission encounters a prehistoric seventy-foot shark known as the Megalodon, previously thought to be extinct. Directed by Jon Turteltaub and starring Jason Statham, the sci-fi action film showcases the high-stakes battle to stop the predator before it attacks populated coastal areas. The release adds to the platform’s collection of creature-feature action blockbusters.

‘House Shock’ (2026)

Premiering on Wednesday, September 23, ‘House Shock’ is an HGTV unscripted series centered on extreme and unexpected real estate discoveries. Each episode follows homeowners and renovation experts as they uncover hidden architectural hazards, bizarre structural flaws, and shocking surprises behind closed doors. The series documents the investigative process required to assess the damage and find viable construction solutions for stressed property owners. The show highlights the unpredictable realities of homeownership and residential property rehabilitation.

‘How to Catch a Dirtbag’ (2026)

Streaming starting Thursday, September 24, ‘How to Catch a Dirtbag’ is an investigative docuseries focusing on exposing deceptive individuals and modern scam artists. The series follows investigators and victims who track down fraudsters, romantic con artists, and manipulators using digital forensics and grassroots research. Each episode breaks down the methods used by perpetrators to exploit their targets and details the operations mounted to hold them accountable. The show sheds light on the psychological and financial toll inflicted by these interpersonal deception schemes.

‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ (2007)

Launching on Friday, September 25, ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ brings Guy Fieri’s long-running culinary road trip to streaming viewers. The Food Network staple features Fieri traveling across the United States to highlight independent, family-owned restaurants and local culinary staples. In each location, the host steps into the kitchen with resident chefs to demonstrate traditional recipes, cooking techniques, and signature comfort food dishes. The series provides viewers with an expansive tour of regional American food culture and beloved neighborhood eateries.

‘Backrooms’ (2026)

Releasing on Friday, September 25, ‘Backrooms’ is a psychological horror project inspired by the popular internet urban legend and liminal space phenomenon. The narrative follows individuals who accidentally glitch out of ordinary reality and find themselves trapped in an endless labyrinth of yellow-carpeted, fluorescent-lit rooms. As the characters navigate the repetitive, eerie corridors, they must evade unseen supernatural entities and confront mounting isolation. The production translates digital creepypasta folklore into an atmospheric cinematic experience.

‘Paolo’ (2026)

Joining the library on Friday, September 25, ‘Paolo’ is an HBO Original biographical drama series exploring a complex personal life and public career. The narrative traces the protagonist’s rise to notoriety, detailing the private relationships, ambitious choices, and controversies that defined his trajectory. Through dramatic storytelling and period detail, the show examines the broader cultural landscape surrounding the central figure’s story. The series expands the international prestige drama offerings available to HBO Max subscribers.

‘House Hunters’ (1999)

Arriving on the streaming service on Friday, September 25, ‘House Hunters’ follows prospective buyers as they search for a new home. In each episode, buyers tour three distinct residential properties with a real estate agent before weighing the pros, cons, and budget constraints of each option. The long-running reality franchise concludes each installment by revealing which property the buyers chose and showing how they have settled into their new space. The show remains one of the foundational lifestyle series in contemporary television history.

‘4 Blocks Zero’ (2026)

Debuting on Friday, September 25, ‘4 Blocks Zero’ serves as an HBO Original prequel to the acclaimed German crime drama ‘4 Blocks’. The series explores the formative years of the Hamady family as they establish their power within the organized crime syndicate of Berlin-Neukölln. Viewers are introduced to the early alliances, rivalries, and street-level operations that laid the groundwork for their eventual empire. The gritty drama provides additional backstory to the complex clan dynamics established in the parent series.

‘The Good Spirit: Behind the Doors of the Opus Dei’ (2026)

Premiering on Friday, September 25, ‘El buen espíritu: detrás de la puerta del Opus Dei’ is an investigative documentary series. The production examines the inner workings, hierarchical structure, and everyday practices of the influential Catholic organization Opus Dei. Featuring testimony from former members, religious scholars, and journalists, the series investigates allegations of strict institutional control and secretive operational protocols. The documentary offers an analytical examination of the institution’s historical influence and international presence.

‘Totally Spies!’ (2002)

Arriving on Sunday, September 27, ‘Totally Spies!’ follows three high school students from Beverly Hills named Sam, Clover, and Alex. While maintaining their normal teenage lives, the trio operates as secret undercover agents for the World Organization of Human Protection (WOOHP). Under the direction of their handler Jerry, the girls utilize high-tech fashion-themed gadgets to thwart international villains and global threats. The popular animated series blends lighthearted comedy, superhero espionage, and early-2000s pop culture aesthetics.

Which of these upcoming HBO Max releases are you most excited to stream this week, and what will you be watching first? Share your thoughts in the comments.