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HBO Max UK Launch Amidst Warner Bros. Discovery Merger

Q: When did HBO Max launch in the UK and Ireland?

HBO Max officially launched in the UK and Ireland, completing its core European rollout.

Q: What new productions are coming from HBO?

Upcoming productions include the Harry Potter TV series and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Season 2, with other UK-shot shows planned.

25 Mar

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Summary

HBO Max officially launched in the UK and Ireland recently.
Warner Bros. Discovery is undergoing a significant merger.
Content combinations between HBO Max and Paramount+ are possible.

HBO Max UK Launch Amidst Warner Bros. Discovery Merger

HBO Max has officially launched in the UK and Ireland, completing its core European rollout. This significant event occurs as Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) undergoes a major merger. HBO Chairman and CEO Casey Bloys indicated that there are "great potential combinations" for content within a merged HBO Max and Paramount+ service.

Bloys expressed excitement about deepening engagement with the UK's creative community, highlighting the country's strong understanding of the HBO brand. WBD is separating from its long-time local partner Sky. The company is also focusing on upcoming productions, including the highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series and 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' Season 2.