Best TV Shows to Binge on HBO Max in November 2025

November on Max is loaded with fresh originals, buzzy international dramas, big returning nonfiction favorites, and kid friendly staples, so there is plenty to line up for a proper binge this month. New arrivals include the splashy HBO comedy ‘I Love LA,’ a French language period series set in the world of ‘Les Liaisons dangereuses,’ and a candid three part profile of Alex Rodriguez, alongside weekly next day drops from Discovery and Food Network that bring travel quests, holiday baking, and paranormal investigations to your couch all month long. Several shows arrive exactly on their cable premiere timeline, while others land with sizable back catalogs that make it easy to jump in and keep going through the season. If you want something scripted and glossy or you lean toward true crime and docs, Max’s November slate covers it. Here are ten standouts, with dates and where they come from so you can plan your queue.

‘I Love LA’ (2025)

HBO’s new eight episode comedy follows Maia, an ambitious assistant at a Los Angeles talent management firm whose life spins when she agrees to manage her influencer frenemy Tallulah. The show features Rachel Sennott as creator and star, with Odessa A’zion, Leighton Meester, Jordan Firstman, True Whitaker, and Josh Hutcherson in the ensemble, and episodes air Sundays on HBO with streaming on Max. It premieres on November 2 with a weekly rollout through December. The series plays in the world of internet fame and modern hustle culture and includes guest turns from recognizable names across the season.

‘The Seduction’ (2025–present)

This French language period drama serves as a prequel to ‘Les Liaisons dangereuses’ and tracks the rise of a young Isabelle de Merteuil in pre Revolutionary Paris, with Anamaria Vartolomei in the lead and Diane Kruger among the cast. It begins streaming on Max on November 14 following regional promotion on the festival circuit and trade previews. Episodes explore power and reputation inside elite salons and private apartments as social maneuvering becomes a survival strategy. The production is led by French creatives and arrives as a Max international original for U.S. streaming.

‘Alex vs ARod’ (2025)

This three part HBO documentary examines Alex Rodriguez’s career with new interviews that revisit performance enhancing drug scandals, contract milestones, and postseason runs. It premieres on HBO and streams on Max on November 6, with episodes structured to cover key eras and voices from teammates and critics. The series uses archival game footage to place controversies and comebacks in context. Listings confirm a three episode format with a primetime debut.

‘Ângela Diniz: Murdered and Convicted’ (2025)

The limited series revisits the 1976 killing of Brazilian socialite Ângela Diniz by Doca Street and the subsequent trials that ignited protests against an honor based defense. It debuts on HBO and streams on Max on November 13 and is directed by Andrucha Waddington as a six episode drama built from court records and contemporary reporting. The story follows the relationship, the crime, and the legal battle that became a cultural flashpoint in Brazil. Platform pages and press materials confirm the date and episode count.

‘Expedition Unknown’ (2015–present)

Josh Gates returns with new investigations into ancient sites and historical puzzles, combining travel, field experiments, and expert interviews. The new season premieres on Discovery on November 5, with next day streaming on Max beginning November 6. Episodes this season include large scale access driven expeditions and mystery of the week storytelling that can be watched out of order. Network announcements confirm the date pairing for Discovery and Max.

‘Expedition Files’ (2024–present)

This companion series reexamines famous mysteries using reenactments, archival materials, and new reporting to resolve or reframe headline cases. It launches new episodes on Discovery on November 5 with streaming on Max starting November 6, mirroring the main show’s schedule. Each hour is self contained, so viewers can jump to the topics that interest them and still follow the complete story. Premiere details and scheduling were released alongside ‘Expedition Unknown.’

‘Paranormal Caught on Camera’ (2019–present)

Investigators and commentators break down user submitted footage that claims to capture ghosts, cryptids, UFOs, and poltergeist activity. The series arrives on Max on November 2 with a multi season library and anthology style episodes that do not require prior viewing. Segments slow clips and add overlays while panelists compare similar cases to test plausibility. The November date and library availability are part of Max’s early month drop.

‘Holiday Baking Championship’ (2014–present)

The long running Food Network competition returns with pies, yule logs, and gingerbread builds judged by Duff Goldman, Nancy Fuller, and Kardea Brown. Season 12 premieres on November 3 on Food Network, and new episodes stream on Max the next day beginning November 4. The season runs weekly through December with format tweaks teased in the new trailer and press. Episode guides and platform listings confirm the next day availability on Max.

‘Teen Titans Go!’ (2013–present)

The comedic take on DC’s Teen Titans follows Robin, Starfire, Raven, Cyborg, and Beast Boy as roommates whose everyday antics spiral into superhero chaos. A large back catalog arrives on Max on November 21 which makes it easy to sample shorts or watch full half hour episodes. The series features hundreds of entries across many seasons with a consistent voice cast and quick gags. Max’s November listings note the library addition for binge friendly access.

‘Barney’s World’ (2024–present)

The animated relaunch brings Barney and Baby Bop back for musical preschool stories that focus on feelings, friendship, and imaginative play. New installments stream on Max on November 3 within the Cartoonito hub alongside seasonal shorts. Episodes pair simple songs with gentle lessons designed for very young viewers and can be watched in any order. The date and placement are part of Max’s early month family lineup.

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