HBO Max Reveals Full January 2026 Schedule With New Originals and Returning Series
HBO Max Confirms January 2026 Programming Slate
HBO Max has announced its January 2026 streaming schedule, highlighting a mix of returning original series, new episodes, and major film arrivals. The lineup continues the platform’s focus on prestige storytelling and established franchises as it opens the new year.
The January slate includes new chapters from crime dramas, DC-based series, animation, and a highly anticipated feature film debut. Most titles will follow HBO Max’s weekly release strategy.
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HBO Max January 2026 Release Dates
January 5, 2026
True Detective – New Chapter
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HBO’s long-running crime anthology returns with a new installment featuring a fresh cast and storyline. The new chapter centers on a standalone investigation and continues the franchise’s emphasis on atmosphere-driven storytelling and psychological themes.
January 9, 2026
Peacemaker – Season 2
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| Peacemaker |
Season 2 of Peacemaker brings back the DC antihero series following the success of its debut season. The new episodes expand the show’s narrative while maintaining its action-heavy tone and satirical approach to the superhero genre.
January 12, 2026
The Penguin – Season 2
The Penguin returns with a second season set within Gotham’s criminal underworld. The series continues its crime-focused approach, exploring power dynamics and internal conflict rather than traditional superhero storytelling.
January 17, 2026
Dune: Part Two – Streaming Debut
The feature film Dune: Part Two arrives on HBO Max mid-month. The film continues the adaptation of Frank Herbert’s novel, focusing on Paul Atreides’ rise and the growing conflict on Arrakis. Its debut marks one of the platform’s most significant January releases.
January 22, 2026
Tokyo Vice – Season 3
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Season 3 of Tokyo Vice continues the series’ portrayal of organized crime and investigative journalism in Japan. The new season expands ongoing storylines involving law enforcement, media, and criminal organizations.
January 29, 2026
Adventure Time: Fionna and Cake – New Episodes
New episodes of Fionna and Cake arrive at the end of the month, continuing the animated spinoff’s multiverse-focused storyline. The series targets longtime Adventure Time viewers with expanded lore and character-driven episodes.
Programming Strategy for January 2026
HBO Max’s January lineup reflects several consistent programming priorities:
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Emphasis on returning series with established audiences
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Continued investment in DC-related television projects
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Strategic placement of a major film debut
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Weekly release schedules designed to sustain engagement
The platform avoids heavy volume in favor of recognizable brands and serialized storytelling.
Summary
HBO Max’s January 2026 schedule focuses on continuity rather than experimentation. With returning crime dramas, DC series, animation, and a major film premiere, the platform enters the new year with a slate designed to appeal to long-term subscribers and franchise fans.
More announcements are expected later in the quarter as HBO Max expands its 2026 programming calendar.
