The streaming service HBO Max arrives in Britain today (March 26), with certain subscribers able to obtain access immediately at no extra cost.
Existing NOW TV members will automatically receive the standard HBO Max tier, which incorporates advertising, under a fresh membership arrangement.
This subscription grants viewers entry to the platform’s complete library, encompassing popular HBO productions such as Game of Thrones and The Pitt, alongside Sky Originals content and American exclusives, according to NOW TV.
Anticipation surrounds the Harry Potter television adaptation heading to HBO Max this yuletide season, with enthusiasm growing following the release of a fresh promotional clip this week.
How to obtain HBO Max as a NOW TV subscriber
For those wondering whether action is required to activate HBO Max access, the process requires no effort.
NOW TV has clarified that current Entertainment Members will see their profiles upgraded before the month concludes.
Their subscription will automatically convert to a combined NOW Entertainment and HBO Max package.
The company assures subscribers that pricing remains unchanged, with the statement that monthly charges continue as before while offering considerably more programming to discover and watch.
Those without an existing NOW TV subscription can register for the updated package on the website from the end of March when registration opens.
Are Monthly Saver account holders eligible for HBO Max?
According to NOW TV, customers on the Entertainment Membership monthly saver tariff will continue paying the same amount until their minimum contract period expires.
Following this point, the standard monthly charge of £9.99 applies unless they decide to terminate the subscription.
The sole modification involves the subscription upgrading from Entertainment to Entertainment and HBO Max.
This same principle applies to alternative package combinations, such as those bundling NOW Entertainment with Cinema, where only the Entertainment element receives the update.
Customers on Boost or Ultra Boost plans experience no changes from the new membership structure.
The Harry Potter series, lacking any involvement from the original film performers, approaches its HBO Max debut and received promotional attention this week through a teaser video.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone launches over the Christmas period, allowing audiences to witness the commencement of what has been described as a fresh chapter for the wizarding school.
Enthusiasm has been expressed by viewers responding to HBO Max’s Instagram upload featuring the new footage.
One individual wrote that they were struggling to contain emotion due to heightened anticipation.
Another commenter noted their considerable excitement about the project.
A further response described the upcoming content as potentially transformative.
Additional remarks described the experience as resembling the sensation of observing new inhabitants in a previously familiar residence.