These are the 5 best HBO Max shows to binge this week, November 10–14, 2025. From global hits to hidden gems, these top-rated, must-watch TV picks deserve a spot on your watchlist.

Looking for something gripping, critically acclaimed, and binge-worthy you can start and finish this week? These 5 standout HBO Max series are perfect for your weekly binge and are trending worldwide — including one viral breakout hit dominating global charts.

Screen Rant has you covered for every major streaming release this week. Don’t miss our latest binge guides for Netflix, Prime Video, Paramount+, Apple TV, and Peacock. Grab your remote, fire up HBO Max, and binge the hottest, most talked-about series streaming right now.

The Seduction

The Seduction is a brand new 6-part series premiering on HBO Max this Friday, November 14. A French historical drama, the series acts as a prequel to Dangerous Liaisons, the renowned 1988 romantic drama film that earned a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score and 3 Oscars, including Best Adapted Screenplay.

The Seduction chronicles the rise of Isbaelle de Merteuli, portrayed by Anamaria Vartolomei (and Glenn Close in the classic film). If you enjoy steamy period pieces like Bridgerton or loved the original film, then The Seduction is a must-watch new series on HBO Max for you this week.

Ángela Diniz: Murdered and Convicted

Another can’t-miss new HBO Max series this week is Ángela Diniz: Murdered and Convicted, a 6-part miniseries based on the tragic murder of Brazilian socialite Ángela Diniz. Diniz was murdered at her own beach house in Rio in December 1976 at the age of 32.

All true crime fans need to check out this HBO Max series when it releases on Thursday, November 13. Based on the Brazilian podcast “Praia Dos Ossos,” Ángela Diniz will portray the life of the titular protagonist leading up to her death, as well as the legal battle that ensued involving her killer, which sparked a media frenzy in Brazil at the time.

The Thaw

The Thaw has been one of the most-watched HBO Max series on global charts for several consecutive weeks. Premiering in 2022, the Polish whodunnit crime series consists of 18 episodes and is currently releasing new episodes in its third season. Its season 3 finale is slated to release next Friday.

Not to be confused with the 2009 Val Kilmer movie of the same name, The Thaw follows Katarzyna Zawieja, a detective who investigates the murder of a young woman who gave birth to a baby shortly before her death. If you’re looking for an immersive and suspenseful binge this week on HBO Max, The Thaw is an outstanding choice.

The Sex Lives Of College Girls

Created by *The Office *star Mindy Kaling, The Sex Lives of College Girls is one of the most critically acclaimed raunchy teen comedy series of the 2020s. Consisting of 30 episodes across three seasons, the series follows a group of freshmen girls who navigate the typical trappings of college life, including parties and relationships, all while figuring themselves out in the process.

The first two seasons of The Sex Lives of College Girls received widespread critical acclaim, including a Certified Fresh 97% Rotten Tomatoes score for its first season. The series features a great ensemble cast, led by Pauline Chalamet, and is a great go-to binge-watch on HBO Max for all college-aged viewers and beyond.

True Detective

If you’re looking to dig into HBO’s vault of critically acclaimed and Emmy-winning TV shows, True Detective is one of the absolute best ones you could binge this week. Apart from the masterful first season starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson, which has been called one of the best TV seasons of all time, the recent fourth season, subtitled Night Country, also received positive reviews.

True Detective season 1 received 13 Emmy nominations and took home 5 awards, including Directing and Cinematography. Jodie Foster won Best Lead Actress for her season 4 role as well. Even though some seasons are not as great as others, the amount of talent in True Detective’s cast – including Mahershala Ali, Colin Farrell, Taylor Kitsch, Rachel McAdams, Vince Vaughn, and more – is reason enough to watch all four seasons, making it a perfect binge on HBO Max this week.

Looking For More Binge Options This Week?

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