Streaming Documentaries and Series to Watch on HBO Max
HBO Max offers a diverse streaming lineup featuring sports history, musical biographies, and high-profile white-collar crime investigations.
Jeremy Lin and the Madison Square Garden Phenomenon
The New York Knicks claimed point guard Jeremy Lin off waivers in December during the 2011–12 NBA season. Lin played at Harvard before spending time with the Golden State Warriors during the 2010–11 season. Coach Mike D’Antoni gave Lin a chance to play in February 2012, and the guard thrived in his first game by setting career highs with 25 points, five rebounds, and seven assists.
Lin moved into the starting lineup shortly after his breakout performance, sparking an impressive winning streak for the franchise. The documentary 38 at the Garden examines this meteoric rise to the top of the sport, culminating in a high-profile showdown against Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers. Subscriptions for the streaming platform start at $10.99 per month for ad-supported tiers, supporting simultaneous streams on two to four devices.
Asif Kapadia Explores the Life of Amy Winehouse
Director Asif Kapadia investigates the meteoric rise and heartbreaking fall of Amy Winehouse in the documentary Amy. Winehouse died from alcohol poisoning in 2011 at the age of 27. Kapadia’s film explores her childhood and teenage years, tracking how she gained recognition for her powerful voice before breaking through with her 2003 debut album, Frank.
Winehouse reached new heights in 2006 with the release of Back to Black. That album earned the 24-year-old artist five Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist. The documentary features interviews with friends and family. Kapadia ultimately won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature for the film, which remains available to stream before leaving the platform on October 31.
The Inventor Examines Elizabeth Holmes and Theranos Fraud
Alex Gibney’s documentary The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley explores the rise of Elizabeth Holmes and her blood-testing company, Theranos. Holmes was convicted on multiple counts of investor fraud after claiming her company developed rapid blood tests using small amounts of blood obtained through a finger prick. The technology proved fraudulent, and Holmes was subsequently incarcerated in Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions About HBO Max Documentaries
When does the documentary Amy leave HBO Max?
The film leaves the streaming platform on October 31. Viewers can watch interviews with Winehouse’s family and friends before the license expires.
How much does an HBO Max subscription cost?
Subscriptions with ads start at $10.99 per month. Plans allow for two or four simultaneous streams depending on the tier chosen.
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