This is your last day to snag a decent deal on a subscription to Max, the streaming service that has nothing to do with Cinemax and everything to do with HBO. Annual subscriptions are up to 42 percent off, depending on the tier. The discount is available to both new and returning subscribers, just in time for the second season of House of the Dragon.
The best deal knocks $100 off the Ultimate plan, which offers an ad-free 4K viewing experience. The grand total here will be $140 per year, instead of $240. The next step down is a mid-level plan that also drops the ads, but there’s no option for 4K streaming. This plan costs $150 per year, instead of $192. Finally, there’s the ad-supported plan, which costs $70 per year as part of this deal. Sure, it might seem weird to watch Curb Your Enthusiasm (RIP) with commercials, but it gets the job done.
The deals apply no matter how you sign up for the Max, including directly from the website, through the Apple App Store or Google Play. There’s one major caveat, as only new subscribers via Fire TV are eligible. All of this is tied to March Madness, as Max is streaming all 2024 Division I NCAA men’s basketball championship games, along with other live sports.
For those too busy to memorize the comings and goings of multinational streaming platforms, Max is a service that combines HBO’s programming with content from Discovery+. So you can watch all five seasons of the critically-acclaimed crime series The Wire and chase it down with 47 seasons of Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, as nature intended. Max is a weird streamer to pin down, but there’s certainly a glut of content to choose from. There’s a reason we named it one of the best streaming services out there.
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Sarina Tromp
I’ve been eyeing this deal on Max for a while now, especially with the new season of House of the Dragon coming up. The Ultimate plan seems like a steal with that $100 off discount for ad-free 4K viewing. Can’t wait to dive into some intense gaming sessions while binging on my favorite shows. Have any recommendations for what to watch on Max to keep me entertained during breaks between matches?
Fabian Mohr
Hey @Sarina Tromp, excited to hear you’re thinking about getting the Max subscription! With your passion for gaming, shows like Westworld or Lovecraft Country might be right up your alley with their immersive storytelling. If you’re into indie games, check out Euphoria or Raised by Wolves for their creativity and unique narratives. And for some lighter viewing, don’t forget about classics like Friends or The Big Bang Theory for a good laugh. Enjoy your watching and gaming time!
Marlon Douglas
Hey @Sarina Tromp, the Ultimate plan discount for uninterrupted 4K viewing sounds like a steal! If you enjoy gaming, I suggest checking out Westworld for its immersive storytelling and complex characters. For a lighter option, give Rick and Morty a try for some sci-fi comedy fun. And Game of Thrones is a classic choice for epic fantasy to complement your gaming sessions. Happy streaming and gaming!