Top 3 Must-Watch HBO Max Shows This Weekend: December 5–7, 2025

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Here are three of the best shows on HBO Max to watch this weekend, December 5th through 7th, 2025. These highly-rated series include both popular new releases and critically acclaimed hidden gems – perfect additions to your watchlist!

Looking for a great show to watch? These popular HBO Max series are getting lots of buzz around the world and are perfect for binge-watching. One of them, topping the list, has earned a ‘Certified Fresh’ rating on Rotten Tomatoes and is widely considered a truly exceptional show.

Find out what to watch this weekend with Ebaster’s streaming guides for Netflix, Paramount+, Prime Video, and Apple TV. Plus, discover the best shows to binge-watch on HBO Max right now!

Euphoria

This story follows a group of teens navigating the complexities of love, friendship, and growing up, all while dealing with the challenges of social media, risky behavior, and difficult circumstances.

The hit show Euphoria is generating buzz again with the unveiling of its first poster for season 3 and some teasers from creator Sam Levinson about the upcoming, possibly final, season. However, the recent agreement between Netflix and Warner Bros. raises questions about the future of Euphoria and other shows on HBO Max.

Many consider Euphoria to be one of the best shows about growing up in recent years, and it’s launched the careers of stars like Zendaya, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, and Hunter Schafer. With 9 Emmy Awards, this 18-episode series is perfect for a weekend binge on HBO Max.

Smiling Friends

In a strange and vibrant world, the staff at a company focused on customer happiness find that their work is more complicated than it appears.

Since its third season began airing in early October, Smiling Friends has become a popular hit on HBO Max. The adult animated comedy has also received a lot of positive reviews, with 95% of viewers on Rotten Tomatoes giving it a thumbs up.

Now’s a great time to start watching the popular animated show – it’s currently the second most-watched series in the U.S.! HBO Max has already renewed it for two more seasons, but those plans could change now that Netflix is in charge.

Angels In America

Set in 1985, this story follows Prior, who receives an AIDS diagnosis and is abandoned by his partner, Louis. Meanwhile, Roy Cohn, a prominent lawyer, tries to seduce Joe Pitt, a closeted gay Mormon, into a dangerous lifestyle. As Joe and Louis begin an affair, Joe’s wife, Harper, struggles with vivid hallucinations and creates an imaginary companion.

If you’re looking for a truly great show to watch on HBO this weekend, consider Angels in America. This critically acclaimed 2003 miniseries really holds up – it’s one of those shows people mean when they say they just don’t make them like they used to.

With 11 Emmy Awards, including for Outstanding Miniseries, Angels in America is a critically acclaimed series (90% on Rotten Tomatoes) starring Al Pacino and Meryl Streep. This six-episode show is considered one of the best to binge-watch, and is currently available on both HBO Max and Netflix.

Looking For More Streaming Options This Week?

Check out Ebaster’s binge-watching guides for last week’s top shows.

  • Netflix (Dec 1–5, 2025)
  • Prime Video (Dec 1–5, 2025)
  • HBO Max (Dec 1–5, 2025)
  • Paramount+ (Dec 1–5, 2025)
  • Apple TV (Dec 1–5, 2025)

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2025-12-06 03:10