See the HBO Max releases for May 2026.

May brings a new wave of premieres to the catalog of HBO Max, featuring productions that include series, films, and documentaries of various genres. Among the month's highlights are Wuthering Heights, Emoji: The Movie, Spy XFamily, the finals of Champions League And more. In addition to these productions, the period also features other premieres and new episodes that expand the options for those who follow the streaming service. Below, check out the complete list of the main releases. HBO Max in may.

Content

Wuthering Heights (01/05)

Wuthering Heights The story follows the turbulent relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, an orphan boy taken in by the protagonist's family. From childhood, the two forge a deep bond, but family conflicts and personal decisions prevent them from staying together. When Catherine chooses to marry another man, Heathcliff leaves, consumed by resentment. Years later, he returns with money and influence, determined to settle scores with those he considers responsible for his suffering.

Spy X Family: White Code (05/05)

Spy vs. Family Code: White This film brings to the big screen the story of the Forger family on an unprecedented mission. Loid continues to work as a spy, Yor maintains her secret routine as an assassin, and the two continue pretending to be an ordinary couple to maintain the appearance of a stable family. During a winter outing, Loid tries to use the trip to advance Operation Strix, a task that depends on keeping up appearances and avoiding any suspicion.

Emoji: The Movie (06/05)

Emoji: The Movie The story takes place in Textopolis, a digital city inhabited by the emojis used in cell phone messages. In this universe, each character serves only one purpose: to represent a single expression, as they all await the chance to be chosen by users. The exception is Gene, who was born with a defect in his system and can change his face in different situations. Bothered by not fitting in with the others, he embarks on a journey through popular smartphone apps in search of a solution to his problem.

Soul on Fire (08/05)

Soul in Flames Inspired by a true story, it follows the journey of a boy who suffers severe burns after an accident. While fighting for his recovery, he finds constant support from his family, his faith, and the mobilization of those around him. During this process, the presence of a baseball legend also contributes to strengthening his will to move forward. As the years pass, the young man matures and begins to see the meaning of his own survival in a different way.

Roman J. Israel (May 13)

Roman J. Israel The series follows the daily life of a lawyer known for his ethical stance and defense of fair trials, even when it means confronting the system itself. Accustomed to working behind the scenes while others receive recognition, his life changes when his partner suffers a heart attack and the firm where he works is shut down. With few options, Roman accepts an invitation to work with George Pierce, a professional more focused on profit than on legal principles.

A Good Soccer Guy (May 15th)

A Good Soccer Player The show introduces Cameron Cade, a goat who dreams of joining the elite of roarball, a competitive sport where animals play on dangerous courts. Considered a promising quarterback, his career is threatened after being attacked by a fan and suffering a brain injury. Faced with the possibility of losing his chance to play for a major team, Cameron begins training with Isaiah White, an athlete he has always admired, as well as receiving help from other teammates.

Terrifier 3 (May 15th)

terrier 3 It continues the story begun in the previous two films and brings back the killer clown Art in a new series of attacks. After the events involving past Halloweens and his return linked to an evil entity, the character begins to spread violence during Christmas Eve in Miles County. While he chooses new victims on his path of revenge, survivors who faced the criminal before try to organize themselves to prevent more deaths.

Blue Lock: The Movie – Nagi Episode (May 19th)

Blue Lock: The Movie – Nagi Episode This is a spin-off of the anime that focuses on Nagi Seishiro's journey before and during his entry into Project Blue Lock. The story shows how his talent for soccer is discovered by Mikage Reo, a classmate who dreams of winning the World Cup and begins to encourage him to take the sport seriously. From this encounter, Nagi's routine changes completely, especially when he receives an invitation to participate in a training center that brings together the best strikers in the country.

Free Fire: The Shootout (May 20th)

Free Fire: The Shootout The story takes place in Boston during the 1970s, when a woman organizes a meeting between criminal groups to negotiate the purchase and sale of weapons. What should have been a quick transaction soon spirals out of control due to disagreements between those involved. In a short time, the meeting place becomes a scene of confrontation, with everyone trying to survive amidst gunfire and distrust.

The Eagles' Challenge (May 20th)

The Eagles' Challenge It's a classic film set during World War II that follows a high-risk military operation. After a British aircraft crashes in German territory, an American general is captured and taken to an SS headquarters. The problem is that this prisoner possesses strategic information about the D-Day plans, which makes the British fear that he will reveal crucial details under pressure. To prevent this, a group is sent on a rescue mission considered almost impossible.

The Crooked House (May 27th)

The Crooked House The series follows the investigation into the murder of Aristide Leonides, patriarch of a wealthy family living in a mansion in England. An 80-year-old Greek immigrant, he is found dead inside his own home, initiating an investigation surrounded by suspicion among the residents. The main suspect is his much younger wife, but it soon becomes clear that all members of the family may have had motives for the crime.

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues (05/29)

Spinal Tap II: The End Continues The documentary revisits the story of the band Spinal Tap, showing the reunion of David St. Hubbins, Nigel Tufnel, and Derek Smalls after a period apart. Once again accompanied by documentary filmmaker Marty DiBergi, the musicians prepare for one last show while revisiting conflicts, decisions, and episodes that marked the group's journey.

Escape from Pretoria (May 30th)

Escape from Pretoria It is based on a true story and depicts the imprisonment of Tim Jenkin and Stephen Lee, young South Africans detained in 1978 for participating in clandestine operations linked to the ANC, a party then banned and associated with Nelson Mandela. Labeled as terrorists by the regime, the two are sent to Pretoria Maximum Security Prison, where they live under constant surveillance and strict restrictions.

Series

Margarita: May Her Legend Be Worthwhile – Season 2 (04/05)

Margarita: May Your Legend Be Worthwhile It's a spin-off series from the universe of Floribella The series follows the journey of Margarida, daughter of Florencia and Máximo Augusto. Unaware of her true origins, the young girl spends her childhood being transferred from one orphanage to another, believing she has no family ties. This situation is a result of an invasion of Krikoragán Castle, when the couple's children were removed from the kingdom and raised far from any threat. As a teenager, Margarida leads a solitary life, but demonstrates inherited talents from her mother in music, dance, and acting.

The Samurai Song (09/05)

The Samurai Song It is a Japanese live-action series based on the manga. Chiruran: Shinsengumi Requiem It follows the formation of the Shinsengumi, a samurai troop that operated in Kyoto at the end of the Edo period as one of the last defenses of the shogunate amidst Japan's political crisis. At the center of the plot is Hijikata Toshizo, a character who builds a relationship of partnership and conflict with Kondo Isami and Okita Soji as the group tries to maintain order in a scenario marked by unstable loyalty, betrayals, and internal conflicts.

One Day in October (May 22nd)

One Day in October It is a fictional miniseries based on real accounts of the attacks carried out by Hamas against Israel on October 7, 2023. Among the releases of HBO Max In May, the production was developed as the first real-time dramatization centered on the personal stories of victims and survivors of that day. Presented as an event, the plot brings together different interconnected narratives showing families, civilians, and ordinary people trying to cope with the chaos that ensued during the attack.

Blue Lock – Season 2 (26/05)

Blue Lock – Season 2 This project continues, bringing together young strikers seeking a permanent place in Japanese football. Now, only 35 candidates remain, and all must compete for a spot in an exhibition match against the current Japanese U-20 national team. The match is crucial because a victory guarantees the participants the right to become the new national team in that category, while defeat means the complete end of the competition. Blue lock.

Documentaries

Palu Family: At the Mercy of Darkness (08/05)

The Palu Family: At the Mercy of Darkness It is a documentary series that revisits one of Turkey's most well-known and disturbing criminal cases. The production brings together investigations, testimonies, and records to reconstruct the events surrounding the Palu family, marked by allegations of abuse, disappearances, violence, and a web of secrets kept for years.

USA Versus the World: Four Years with the National Team (May 12)

USA Versus the World: Four Years with the National Team It's an original HBO and Max documentary series that follows the preparation of the United States men's national soccer team between 2022 and 2026, the period leading up to the World Cup held at home. Divided into five episodes, the production brings together behind-the-scenes footage, training sessions, games, and moments from the athletes' daily lives to show the pressure faced by the group throughout this cycle. In addition to on-field performance, the series records changes in the coaching staff, frustrations in tournaments, and the growing expectation surrounding the responsibility of representing the country in a World Cup hosted in North America.

The Dark Side of Hollywood – Season 2 (May 23rd)

The Dark Side of Hollywood It's a documentary series that investigates controversial cases hidden behind the scenes of the entertainment industry. Each episode addresses stories of celebrities, well-known families, and television productions that went through scandals, accusations, or tragedies that were rarely discussed when they were at the height of their public exposure. Among the topics analyzed are the downfall of artists, problematic behind-the-scenes dealings of popular programs, and dynasties marked by personal crises.

Benjamin Kyle: The Man Without Identity (May 25th)

Benjamin Kyle: The Man Without Identity This is a documentary series centered on one of the most unusual cases in the United States. On August 31, 2004, a man was found naked, unconscious, without documents and with no memory of who he was, behind a Burger King restaurant in Georgia. Adopting the name Benjaman Kyle, he begins a long quest to discover his own identity while facing difficulties finding housing, work, and even basic civil registration.

Acoustic Home – Season 4 (05/29)

Acoustic Home – Season 4 The documentary series returns with new episodes dedicated to following the journey of ten music artists from different countries. Produced by Sony Music Vision, the documentary series combines live performances with personal accounts to showcase career moments, creative processes, and life experiences of each participant. In this new phase, artists from Portugal, Spain, and Latin America take center stage, with episodes tailored individually for each singer or band.

Events

EVO Japan

EVO Japan This is the Japanese edition of the Evolution Championship Series, the leading fighting game tournament in the global competitive scene. Held in Tokyo, the event brings together thousands of professional and amateur players competing for titles such as... Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty gear strive and other big names in the genre. In addition to the qualifying matches, the championship usually serves as a showcase for announcements, demonstrations, and gatherings between fan communities, making it one of the most watched events of the year for those who follow fighting esports.

UEFA Champions League

Champions League This marks the decisive stage of the main European club football tournament, featuring clashes that will determine the season's champion. This year, the semifinals pit Paris Saint-Germain against Bayern Munich on one side, and Atlético de Madrid against Arsenal on the other, in two-legged matches preceding the grand final in Budapest.

Women's Paulistão

Women's Paulistão This tournament brings together the main women's football clubs in São Paulo in a competition that has gained more visibility in recent years due to the technical evolution of the teams and the increased public interest. The tournament pits teams that are also among the strongest in the national scene against each other, turning each round into an opportunity to follow up-and-coming athletes and established names in the sport.

And you, which of these new things from HBO Max Are you planning to watch it this month? Tell us in the comments!

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 05 / 05 / 2026.

Source: HBO Max.