HBO Max: Can you get it in the UK?

A new HBO Max streaming service offers over 1,000 hours of content to subscribers. With the success of Netflix and Amazon Prime, is there still room for another pay-TV provider in America?

HBO Max is an American premium cable television network that was launched in April 2011. It’s a standalone channel and not available on any other service, but it can be streamed on the Apple TV.

The return of Carrie Bradshaw, Charlotte York, and Miranda Hobbes on HBO Max has enthralled viewers, but how can UK fans watch it without access to the US-based platform? (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.)

And then there was nothing… Fans of Sex and the City will be treated to the reunion of Carrie Bradshaw, Charlotte York, and Miranda Hobbes to discover how their New York City relationship has evolved into a more difficult existence as they approach their 50s.

The show airs on HBO Max, an exclusive TV platform for American members and one of the world’s most popular video-on-demand streaming services.

You may be wondering how you might get your hands on some of the world’s most riveting and talked about series, such as And Just Like That, Succession, Game of Thrones, and Love Life.

Here’s all you need to know about the platform, including whether or not it’s now accessible in the United Kingdom.

Is HBO Max accessible in the United Kingdom?

The answer is simple: no. Despite its introduction in certain European nations including as Denmark, Sweden, and Spain, HBO is presently unavailable in the United Kingdom.

Even worse, there is no sign that HBO Max will be launched in the UK anytime soon.

However, HBO and Sky have a collaboration agreement that allows Sky Max and Sky TV to screen everything presently aired on HBO, including And Just Like That, Succession, and Game of Thrones, first.

The majority of HBO series are accessible to Sky customers — but at a premium (Picture: Getty)

Many HBO and Sky NOW TV shows broadcast at the same time, so you won’t have to worry about spoilers appearing online before your personal watching.

HBO and Sky inked a four-year deal in 2019, thus HBO Max won’t be available in the UK until 2024, when the contract expires.

So, for only £9.99 a month, you can have access to the most talked-about series by subscribing to Sky NOW TV streaming entertainment package.

Is it possible for me to utilize a VPN?

Again, the quick answer is no; HBO is exclusively accessible in the United States.

Some individuals may attempt to get around this by using a VPN in the UK, however HBO does not allow VPN use, so you’ll be stuck.

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) alter the address and location of a computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone to make it seem to be someplace else when it isn’t.

Many people will utilize virtual private networks (VPNs) to secure their data, preventing advertising from tracking their surfing habits (Picture: Getty)

The system adds added protection to desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones, preventing sensitive data from being accessed easily. To acquire one, sign up for a VPN service like ExpressVPN, Surfshark, or NordVPN.

The use of VPNs is not illegal in the UK, but using one to get around a website’s geo-restrictions will almost always violate the site’s terms and conditions, which might result in severe penalties, such as having your account terminated.

Only when they’re utilized for illicit purposes, such as downloading and selling copyrighted material or information, or cyberstalking, may their legality be questioned.

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