By Phillip Swann
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Max, the streaming service formerly known as HBO Max, plans to add 85 new TV shows and movies to its lineup in June 2024. Here’s the four most interesting, in my humble opinion:
House of the Dragon, Season Two (HBO Original)
The Game of Thrones prequel returns to Max for season two, nearly two years after its much-anticipated season one debut. If you’re not familiar with the GOT lore, House of the Dragon comes from the fertile mind of its author, George R.R. Martin, and covers the mythical events 200 years before Game of Thrones when kings fall, sons succeed, and bloody wars ensue. Debuts June 16.
Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple (HBO Original)
You might know him as Silvio from The Sopranos or as Little Steven, the bandana-wearing guitarist in Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. But this documentary suggests you may actually not know him at all. The HBO original doc traces Van Zandt’s unusual path to stardom and his incredible passion for rock n roll that still drives his quest for life today at age 73. The show includes interviews with Stevie, Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Bono and Eddie Vedder. Debuts June 22.
Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go (HBO Original)
If you’re a fan of the Max original comedy, Hacks, this Hannah Einbinder stand-up special is must viewing. The daughter of SNL charter member Laraine Newman is a lot more than a clever sidekick to Jean Smart. Debuts June 13.
Open Water (2003)
I’m going to bet that you’ve never heard of Open Water, but the 2003 film from director Chris Kentis is one of the most terrifying and heartbreaking tales you’ll ever see. The film, which is based loosely on a real life story, follows a young couple who become lost in the open water while on a scuba diving excursion. The two are soon surrounded by sharks and they must find a way to survive while clinging to the faint hope of a rescue. This is what Roger Ebert said about Open Water: “Rarely, but sometimes, a movie can have an actual physical effect on you. It gets under your defenses and sidesteps the ‘it’s only a movie’ reflex and creates a visceral feeling that might as well be real.” Watch this movie. You won’t forget it. (By the way, real sharks are used in the movie.) Debuts June 1.
Complete List of New Titles Coming to Max In June:
June 1
50/50 (2011)
America’s Sweethearts (2001)
American Heist (2014)
Bandits (2015)
Big Mommas: Like Father, Like Son (2011)
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore (2010)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of The Dawn Treader (2010)
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
Demolition (2015)
The Disaster Artist (2017)
Evil Dead (2013)
Fright Night (1985)
Generation Por Que? (2021)
Hope Springs (2012)
House at the End of the Street (2012)
Into the Blue (2005)
Into the Blue 2: The Reef (2009)
The Invention of Lying (2009)
Jessica’s Big Little World, Season 1D (Cartoon Network)
Krampus (2015)
Life After (2017)
Mamma Mia! (2008)
Marmaduke (2010)
Minari (2020)
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008)
Open Water (2003)
Open Water 2: Adrift (2006)
Open Water 3: Cage Dive (2017)
The Other Guys (2010)
Overlord (1975)
Paul Blart: Mall Cop (2009)
Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 (2015)
Ride Along 2 (2016)
Shadows (2020)
Shining Through (1992)
The Skin I Live In (2011)
Spaceship Earth (2020)
Splice (2009)
Sugar (2008)
The Time Traveler’s Wife (2009)
Trixie Motel: Drag Me Home, Season 1
Uncut Gems (2019)
Urban Legend (1998)
User Zero (2020)
Wanted (2008)
Craig of the Creek, Season 6A (Cartoon Network)
Fixer Upper: The Lakehouse, Season 1 (Magnolia)
Mecum Presents: Automotive Archaeology, Season 1 (Motor Trend)
Ren Faire (HBO Original)
Total Drama Island, Season 1 (Cartoon Network)
June 3
Battle on the Beach, Season 4 (HGTV)
Deadly Influence: The Social Media Murders, Season 1 (ID)
Keanu (2016)
Mini Beat Power Rockers: Composirockers
Unexpected, Season 6 (TLC)
June 4
Deadliest Catch 20th Anniversary Special, Season 1
June 5
Backed by the Bros, Season 1 (HGTV)
June 6
Am I OK? (2022)
June 7
Fantasmas, Season 1 (HBO Original)
June 10
Bellator: Fight Week Dublin, Season 1 (Bleacher Report)
Paranormal Caught on Camera, Season 7 (Travel)
Six Schizophrenic Brothers, Season 1 (Discovery)
June 11
Deadliest Catch, Season 20 (Discovery)
Motel Rescue, Season 2 (Magnolia)
June 13
Hannah Einbinder: Everything Must Go (Max Original)
June 16
American Monster, Season 12 (ID)
House of The Dragon, Season 2 (HBO Original)
June 17
Bellator: Fight Camp Confidential Dublin, Season 2 (Bleacher Report)
June 18
Farmhouse Fixer: Camp Revamp, Season 1 (HGTV)
Here To Climb (HBO Original)
How It Really Happened, Season 8 (CNN)
June 19
Crimes Gone Viral, Season 5 (ID)
June 20
Slave Play. Not A Movie. A Play. (HBO Original)
June 21
Taylor Swift vs. Scooter Braun: Bad Blood (WT)
June 22
Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple (HBO Original)
June 23
Getting Lost with Erin French, Season 1 (Magnolia)
Magnolia Table with Joanna Gaines, Season 8 (Magnolia)
June 24
Cris Miro (She/Her/Hers), Season 1 (WB)
June 25
One South: Portrait Of A Psych Unit (HBO Original)
Dolphin Tale 2 (2014)
High Speed Chase, Season 2 (ID)
June 27
Breaking New Ground (Max Original)
June 28
Beach Cottage Chronicles, Season 4 (Magnolia)
Problemista (2024) (A24)
June 30
The Great Food Truck Race, Season 17 (Food Network)
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