March is upon us. Spring is right around the corner, right, Phil? New HBO content is ahead as well. There is plenty of international content to find, but we say goodbye to yet another series. Here is a sampling of what’s coming available.
A few quick points:
- We’re off to SING SING
- And Rohirrim too
- And the kids can go to JELLYSTONE
- And get ready for all things CELTICS
- And love ’em or hate ’em – Jake & Logan Paul
- Plus, we offer up a final Amen!
HBO Original Series: We offer a final Amen to THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES as they go out in a blaze of glory with the final season of the McBride/Hill/Green comedy. Created, written, and executive produced by Danny McBride, who also stars, the nine-episode, fourth and final season of the HBO Original series debuts SUNDAY, MARCH 09 (10:00–10:40 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max.
It tells the story of a world-famous televangelist family with a long tradition of deviance, greed, and charitable work. Despite constant bickering, Gemstone family ties run deep, and this season, the family’s codependence is tested as they attempt to move forward without letting go of their storied past. Season 4 cast: Danny McBride as Jesse Gemstone, Adam Devine as Kelvin Gemstone, John Goodman as Eli Gemstone, Edi Patterson as Judy Gemstone, Cassidy Freeman as Amber Gemstone, Tim Baltz as BJ, Tony Cavalero as Keefe Chambers, Greg Alan Williams as Martin Imari, Skyler Gisondo as Gideon Gemstone, Walton Goggins as Baby Billy Freeman, Jennifer Nettles as Aimee-Leigh Gemstone, James DuMont as Chad, Jody Hill as Levi, Troy Hogan as Matthew, Valyn Hall as Tiffany Freeman, Kelton DuMont as Pontius Gemstone, Gavin Munn as Abraham Gemstone, Megan Mullally as Lori Milsap, Arden Myrin as Jana Milsap, and Seann William Scott as Corey Milsap.
There are no episode details available beyond a couple of titles:
— S4Ep01 – “Prelude”
Debut Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 09 (10:01 – 10:44 pm ET/PT)
— S4EP02 – “You Hurled Me Into The Very Heart of the Seas”
Debut Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 16 (10:01 – 10:39 pm ET/PT)
Also, picking where we left off, is THE WHITE LOTUS. You are watching, right? It continues SUNDAY, MARCH 02 (9:00 – 10:00 pm).
–– S3Ep03 – “The Meaning of Dreams”
Debut Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 02 (9:00 – 10:00 pm ET/PT)
When Saxon also starts getting calls from the office, Timothy decides the family should adhere to the resort’s no phones policy. After tagging along with Rick into town, Chelsea finds herself in another perilous situation. Meanwhile, Jaclyn tries to convince Laurie to have a vacation fling with Valentin, and Gaitok worries about getting reprimanded by his bosses.
— S3Ep04 – “Hide Or Seek”
Debut Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 09 (9:00 – 10:01 pm ET/PT)
Looking for a change of scenery, Jaclyn drags the girls to a neighboring resort on Valentin’s suggestion but fails to find the young party vibe she hoped for. On Chloe’s boyfriend’s luxury yacht, Piper asks for Lochlan’s support before sharing a life update with the family, and Rick finally opens up to Chelsea about his past.
— S3Ep04 – “Full Moon Party”
Debut Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 16 (9:00 – 10:00 pm ET/PT)
LAST WEEK TONIGHT WITH JOHN OLIVER resumes its twelfth season on SUNDAY, MARCH, 02 from 11:01 – 11:41 pm ET/PT, and REAL TIME WITH BILL MAHER continues its twenty-third season on FRIDAY, MARCH 07, from 10:00 – 11:00 pm ET/PT.
Original Series Exclusive to Max: A new reality series drops. It is everything you wanted to know about the Paul brothers and we’re afraid to ask. It is called PAUL AMERICAN and it runs for eight installments beginning THURSDAY, MARCH 27 exclusively on Max.
After growing up in front of the world as some of the earliest content creators, global internet sensations Jake and Logan Paul are venturing into a brand-new arena: reality TV. Two of the biggest athletes in sports entertainment, the Pauls’ burgeoning empire includes over 150 million followers, a game-changing fight promotion company, a fast-growing sports drink brand, a disruptive sports gaming and media company, a record-breaking men’s personal care line, and WWE championships. For two decades, the Pauls’ lives have been incredibly public yet highly curated through an internet lens. Now, with unparalleled access to the Paul family and their inner circle, Paul American peels back the curtain on the most raw, honest, and intimate moments in the brothers’ over-the-top, high-octane lives. All we’ve got is a Teaser:
Plus, don’t forget THE PITT. March sees four installments dropping on Thursdays on Max. That will be Episodes 10 – 13 or “4:00 PM” through “7:00 PM” in the fifteen-hour shift at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital.
HBO International Titles: Three new international tiles begin their run on the streamer in March. 
First up is WHEN NO ONE SEES US. This Max Original Spanish-language series is the first Max Original scripted series from Spain. It debuts FRIDAY, MARCH 07 with new episodes weekly over eight weeks. Directed by Enrique Urbizu and starring Maribel Verdú and Mariela Garriga, the piece explores a series of crimes in the political and cultural frontier of so-called “deep Spain.” Lucía Gutiérrez (Verdú) is a Civil Guard sergeant investigating the unusual suicide of a neighbor and strange events that occurred during the first Easter procession. Magaly Castillo (Mariela Garriga) is a U.S. Army special agent sent to the Morón de la Frontera base to find out the whereabouts of a missing American soldier who seems to be linked to the hidden business of Colonel Seamus Hoopen (Ben Temple), head of the base area. The lone military policeman, Sergeant Andrew Taylor (Austin Amelio), accompanies Magaly in her investigations and they soon discover that the two investigations are connected and the case is far more complex than they had assumed, involving both Morón residents and American military personnel from the nearby base. “When no one sees us, that’s when we’re most vulnerable.”
Out of Poland comes the next title. A DECENT MAN (Porządny Człowiek) in which we meet Paweł, a forty-something heart surgeon who seems to lead an ideal life. He has everything sorted out, a seemingly ideal family – a loving wife and son, and a promising career. He meets all the expectations of his demanding father, wife, and society, but he never wonders if this life is really his own choice. An unexpected event turns his world upside down. The man begins to notice the systems that govern his life and realizes that he is trapped in the trap of fulfilling other people’s expectations. The topic of revising one’s own dreams and wondering whether we really live the life we want becomes not only a fascinating but also a painful necessity for him. The story begins on FRIDAY, MARCH 21. Our last title is REFORMED (le Sens Des Choses) which begins a week later on FRIDAY, MARCH 28. This one is the first of a few titles planned for Max from France. Léa, 28, is one of France’s first female rabbis: frail shoulders, and great responsibilities as she has to find answers in the labyrinth of small and big questions in people’s lives. But how can she be a guide for others when she herself is grappling with the fundamentals of love, family, and the millennial’s quest for meaning? This dramedy is produced by Fédération Studios, and freely adapted by Noé Debré and Benjamin Charbit from the nonfiction memoir by Rabbi Delphine Horvilleur.
There is also a documentary from Mexico appearing on THURSDAY, MARCH 13 on Max. It is about The Battle of Culiacán, also known locally as Culiacanazo (Black Thursday), which was a failed attempt to capture Ovidio Guzmán López, son of Sinaloa Cartel kingpin Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, who was wanted in the United States for drug trafficking. The title to look for is BATTLE OF CULIACAN: HEIRS OF THE CARTEL (Culiacanazo: Herederos del Narco).
HBO & Max Theatrical Movies: A total of six new movies are in the lineup. It all starts with a Tolkien tale followed by Max Originals and A24 titles. Let’s dig in.
New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Animations’ THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE WAR OF THE ROHIRRIM will debut on HBO linear on SATURDAY, MARCH 1 at 8:00 – 10:18 pm. ET/PT. It will make its global streaming debut the day prior exclusively on Max. Under the direction of award-winning filmmaker Kenji Kamiyama (Blade Runner: Black Lotus) and with a voice cast led by Brian Cox (SUCCESSION), we get this tale set 183 years before the events chronicled in the original trilogy of films. It tells the fate of the House of Helm Hammerhand and the mighty fortress that will later come to be known as Helm’s Deep.
The Saturday night movie up next is the horror film HERETIC, arriving SATURDAY, MARCH 07 (8:00 – 9:54 pm ET/PT). Two young missionaries are forced to prove their faith when they knock on the wrong door and are greeted by a diabolical Mr. Reed (Hugh Grant), becoming ensnared in his deadly game of cat-and-mouse. Co-starring Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East. Written & directed by Scott Beck & Bryan Woods. See Grant at his creepiest in the trailer.
That will take us right into a Max Original movie with not just Brian Cox’s voice, but his whole person alongside Edie Falco, Lisa Kudrow, Dean Norris, Parker Posey, and others. It is called THE PARENTING and it debuts THURSDAY, MARCH 13 exclusively on Max. This hilariously terrifying comedy follows young couple Rohan (Nik Dodani) and Josh (Brandon Flynn) as they plan a perfect weekend getaway in the country to introduce their parents. As tensions begin to flare between the more traditional Sharon (Falco) and Frank (Cox) and the laid-back Liddy (Kudrow) and Cliff (Norris), the families soon realize that their rental – managed by eccentric local Brenda (Posey) – is haunted by the presence of a 400-year-old poltergeist. When one parent becomes thoroughly possessed, it’s up to the young couple and their meddlesome BFF Sara to unite the families and stop the evil entity once and for all.
The following day FRIDAY, MARCH 14 the A24 title BEAU IS AFRAID hits the streamer. The film, almost three hours long is written, directed, and co-produced by Ari Aster. It stars Joaquin Phoenix as the title character and also includes a supporting ensemble cast consisting of Patti LuPone, Nathan Lane, Amy Ryan, Kylie Rogers, Parker Posey, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Hayley Squires, Michael Gandolfini, Zoe Lister-Jones, and Richard Kind. Its plot follows the mild-mannered but paranoia-ridden Beau as he embarks on a surreal odyssey to get home to his mother’s funeral, realizing his greatest fears along the way.
Two more titles to go. SING SING is next. Divine G (Colman Domingo), imprisoned at Sing Sing for a crime he didn’t commit, finds purpose by acting in a theatre group alongside other incarcerated men, including a wary newcomer (Clarence Maclin), in this stirring true story of resilience, humanity, and the transformative power of art, starring an unforgettable ensemble cast of formerly incarcerated actors. The 147-minute movie is directed by Greg Kwedar. It debuts on SATURDAY, MARCH 22, and on Max the day prior. Take a peek.
Our last one is QUEER. No, that’s the title, not an opinion. This A24 title debuts on HBO on SATURDAY, MARCH 29 at 8:00 PM ET and makes its streaming debut exclusively on Max the day prior. The film stars Daniel Craig, whose performance earned nominations from the Golden Globes, Critics Choice Awards, and SAG Awards, alongside Drew Starkey, Lesley Manville, Jason Schwartzman, Henrique Zaga, and Omar Apollo. 1950. William Lee, an American expat in Mexico City, spends his days almost entirely alone, except for a few contacts with other members of the small American community. His encounter with Eugene Allerton, an expat former soldier, new to the city, shows him, for the first time, that it might be finally possible to establish an intimate connection with somebody. Directed by Luca Guadagnino.
Surely, you can make a connection with one or more of these movies on HBO & Max.
Max Kids & Family: New on this front is a work called DYLAN’S PLAYTIME ADVENTURES, arriving for the kids on Max beginning on THURSDAY, MARCH 06. In each episode of this animated interactive preschool comedy, Dylan takes on a new career and invites his friends Ozzy, Daisy, Bitsy, and the home viewer to play along. Using his vivid imagination, Dylan can transform the meadow into anything from a hotel to a space station. Who wants to play? Plus, plenty of shows in this category are returning with new content. The second half of Season Three of JELLYSTONE also begins on THURSDAY, MARCH 06. Also, new episodes of BUGS BUNNY BUILDERS land on SATURDAY, MARCH 15, and more TINY TOONS LOONIVERSITY begin on SATURDAY, MARCH 22.
HBO Sports: It is all things NBA Celtics in the sports category. The HBO Sports Original nine-part documentary series CELTICS CITY, directed by Emmy-winner Lauren Stowell (Taquarius Wair: Unstoppable), executive produced by Bill Simmons (HBO’s MUSIC BOX documentaries & ANDRE THE GIANT) and Connor Schell (OJ: Made in America), and co-executive produced and showrun by Gabe Honig (The Captain), debuts MONDAY, MARCH 3 at 9:00 PM ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on Max, with new episodes debuting weekly through April 28.
It chronicles the remarkable saga of the Boston Celtics, the NBA’s winningest and most storied franchise, from its founding as one of the league’s original teams all the way to its triumphant 2024 championship – along the way delving into the fierce rivalries, defining moments, and societal forces that have shaped the organization’s enduring legacy.
– Chapter I: Founding Fathers
Debut Date: MONDAY, MARCH 3 (9:00 – 10:00 PM ET/PT)
As the Boston Celtics celebrate their record 18th NBA title, the franchise’s origins are traced back to the arrival of Red Auerbach in 1950, and his uncompromising vision for success. Auerbach made history by drafting Chuck Cooper, the NBA’s first Black player, and built a powerhouse led by Bob Cousy and Bill Russell. When Cousy retired in 1963, the team had six championships, but racial tensions in Boston and beyond augur a tumultuous era ahead.
– Chapter II: No Final Victories
Debut Date: MONDAY, MARCH 10 (9:00 – 10:00 PM ET/PT)
At the peak of the civil rights movement, with segregation persisting in Boston, Bill Russell inserts himself into the struggle, drawing backlash and death threats. Yet the winning continues, with Russell making more history when he replaces Auerbach to become the team’s player-coach – the first Black head coach in professional sports. It all culminates with an 11th title in 13 years in 1969 in a dramatic seven-game series against Wilt Chamberlain and the Lakers.
– Chapter III: All Swept Up
Debut Date: MONDAY, MARCH 17 (9:00 – 10:00 PM ET/PT)
Against the backdrop of the controversial Boston busing mandate and racial unrest in the city, the Celtics return to glory with a pair of championships in the 1970s thanks to players including John Havlicek, Dave Cowens, Paul Silas, and Jo Jo White. The team fades towards the end of the decade before Auerbach pulls off another brilliant move, drafting an Indiana State star named Larry Bird.
– Chapter IV: Great Hope, Period
Debut Date: MONDAY, MARCH 24 (9:00 – 10:00 PM ET/PT)
Larry Bird arrives in Boston as a beacon of hope for a city still grappling with racial tensions and its identity in flux. His blend of talent and tenacity embodies Boston’s working-class ethos, while his rivalry with Magic Johnson and battles against Julius Erving help revive a struggling NBA and elevate it to new heights. With the additions of Robert Parish and Kevin McHale, Bird helped lead the Celtics to their 14th championship in 1981. However, internal discord threatens to derail another potential dynasty.
– Chapter V: F**k The Celtics
Debut Date: MONDAY, MARCH 31 (9:00 – 10:00 PM ET/PT)
As the Celtics and Lakers battle for basketball supremacy, Larry Bird and Magic Johnson’s rivalry captivates the sports world. The Celtics and the Lakers trade titles in epic showdowns as the teams’ racial identities fuel complex conversations about Boston’s lingering reputation. In 1986, Bird helped lead the Celtics to one of the most dominant seasons in NBA history, but then an unthinkable tragedy changes everything.
Other Shows On HBO or Max: Plenty of titles import over to Max but, sorry, we ignore most of them. Two we aren’t this time around come from Adult Swim. They both appear beginning MONDAY, MARCH 10. First is a new adult animated series entitled. OH MY GOD…YES! A SERIES OF EXTREMELY RELATABLE CIRCUMSTANCE. Created by Emmy-nominated writer and executive producer Adele “Supreme” Williams (My Dad the Bounty Hunter), the quarter-hour comedy is executive produced by Dominique Braud (The Simpsons) and follows three women, Sunny, Tulip, and Ladi, who live in the not-so-distant future of South Central LA.
Adult Swim president Michael Ouweleen stated, “Usually when someone uses a futuristic setting to comment on the present, it’s a brooding downer. But Adele has made a future that is both plausible, relatable, and most importantly, unique and hilarious. The creator mentions, “The series is ripe with unconventional characters and the geography of the world honors that of the South Central I grew up in but with a sci-fi twist. The scenarios our characters wind up in are pretty absurd but within the absurdity is a smart, bold exploration of – and commentary on – the human condition.”
The other title dropping on that date you should be more familiar with. The animated besties from Australia, Sarah and Rachel, return with YOLO: RAINBOW TRINITY. A press release announces its debut this way: Here we go again! Another installment of the YOLO franchise (yippee!), arguably in the top ten Intellectual Properties owned by Warner Bros. Discovery! This season has lots of fun and interesting things happen LOL! Sarah and Rachel are Australian party girls, and they go on crazy adventures! It’s soooo weird, zany and silly!!! The visuals are epic too. I hope you check this DUMB cartoon out :P hahaha. This is gonna be SO COOL. There are also other characters that come and go (also owned by the Warner Bros. Discovery conglomerate media company). The weirdness and strangeness is OUT. OF. CONTROL in this new series!! LETS GOOO hahah!! WEE!! ASDNJKISADIAOSD. New episodes will stream Mondays on Max. “YOLO: Rainbow Trinity” is produced for Adult Swim by Princess Pictures.
Next Month’s Tease: When it comes to big titles, the only thing we know for sure is that the highly anticipated second season of THE LAST OF US is in store. But there is also IYANU. What is it?
Last Month’s Tease: We wanted to know in which series did The Redeemer and the Smut Buster appear. They were monster trucks causing mayhem in THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES last season. Don’t forget, the final season begins this month!
Final Clip: Content of the animated variety gets the honor!
Enjoy HBO & HBOWatch!
