HBO Max Launches in Germany: A Comprehensive Guide
HBO Max is bringing its own app to Germany, uniting HBO series, Warner films, and Eurosport content. At launch, there are three subscription levels and an optional sports package; the Olympics will be shown live in all tiers.
HBO Max Launch in Germany: January 13, 2026
A important change is coming to the streaming landscape in mid-January: HBO Max officially launches in Germany on January 13th, bringing some of the most sought-after series and blockbusters under one roof. For users, this means new content, new prices, new features, and, in some cases, significant changes to other providers. If you want to continue watching The Last of Us, Game of Thrones, and its spin-offs, or big warner films, now is the time to take a closer look.
⭐ What is HBO Max – and why is the launch relevant?
HBO Max is the premium streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery.It combines content from:
💰 The costs of HBO Max in Germany: Three tiers to choose from
HBO Max offers three subscription options in germany:
- Basic wiht Ads: €7.99 per month – Includes access to the entire content library with limited commercials.
- Standard: €11.99 per month – Ad-free access to the entire content library in Full HD quality.
- Premium: €14.99 per month – Ad-free access to the entire content library in 4K Ultra HD and Dolby Atmos,with the ability to stream on up to four devices together.
In addition to these tiers,there is an optional sports package for €5.00 per month, which adds Eurosport’s live sports coverage, including the Olympic Games.
📺 What changes with the launch for existing users?
Currently, HBO content in Germany is primarily available through Amazon Prime Video Channels. With the launch of HBO Max, this will change.Users who previously subscribed to HBO via Amazon Prime Video will need to switch to HBO Max to continue accessing the content. Warner Bros. Discovery is ending the partnership with Amazon prime Video Channels on January 31, 2026.
📱 Availability and Supported Devices
HBO Max will be available on a wide range of devices,including:
- smart TVs
- Streaming devices (e.g., Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV)
- Game consoles
- Web browsers
- iOS and Android mobile devices
📅 Key Dates to Remember
- January 13, 2026: Official launch of HBO Max in Germany.
- January 31, 2026: End of HBO content availability through Amazon Prime Video Channels.