The 40 Best Movies on HBO Max Right Now (January 2026)

As we kick off the new year, HBO Max has an impressive lineup of movies to keep you entertained. From classic favorites to recent releases, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here are 40 of the best movies currently streaming on HBO Max:

1. The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
2. The Dark Knight (2008)
3. The Godfather (1972)
4. Pulp Fiction (1994)
5. Inception (2010)
6. Goodfellas (1990)
7. Forrest Gump (1994)
8. Seven (1995)
9. The Matrix (1999)
10. The Silence of the Lambs (1991)
11. The Departed (2006)
12. Schindler’s List (1993)
13. Gladiator (2000)
14. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
15. City of God (2002)
16. Her (2013)
17. Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
18. Whiplash (2014)
19. Blade Runner 2049 (2017)
20. The Social Network (2010)
21. Parasite (2019)
22. Get Out (2017)
23. Arrival (2016)
24. La La Land (2016)
25. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)
26. Inside Out (2015)
27. 12 Years a Slave (2013)
28. Spotlight (2015)
29. Moonlight (2016)
30. Room (2015)
31. The Revenant (2015)
32. Birdman (2014)
33. Black Swan (2010)
34. The Shape of Water (2017)
35. The Florida Project (2017)
36. Kids (1995)
37. The Farewell (2019)
38. Us (2019)
39. Lady Bird (2017)

With such a diverse selection of movies, HBO Max continues to be a top destination for film lovers. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic drama, a mind-bending thriller, or a heartwarming comedy, you’re sure to find something to enjoy on the platform. So grab some popcorn, cozy up on the couch, and start streaming these 40 fantastic films on HBO Max today!