HBO Max one-year ad-supported plan for $36 — Black Friday streaming deal roundup
HBO Max is offering a Black Friday promotion for new subscribers: one year of the ad-supported plan for $36 (about $3/month) through December 1. This intro price applies to the Basic With Ads tier and gives access to a wide range of HBO originals, Warner Bros. releases and Discovery content at a steep discount.
The Basic With Ads plan streams in up to Full HD on two devices. If you need downloads, broader live-sports access or 4K/Dolby Atmos content, consider the Standard or Premium tiers — those features are not included in the ad-supported plan.
What the deal includes
- Price & duration: $36 billed for one year (ad-supported Basic With Ads tier); offer runs through Dec 1 for eligible users.
- Streaming quality & devices: Full HD streaming on two devices for the Basic With Ads plan.
- Content: HBO originals (e.g., The Last of Us, Euphoria), Warner Bros. theatrical releases, Discovery shows and select live sports depending on region.
Eligibility & fine print
- The promotion is typically available to new and eligible returning subscribers — confirm your status at sign-up.
- Sign up directly via HBO Max or via supported add-ons (e.g., Prime Video) where available — check the checkout method required for the promo.
- Promotional pricing usually auto-renews at the standard monthly rate after the term ends, so mark your calendar if you plan to cancel.
- Live sports availability and 4K/Dolby features vary by title and region.
Other notable Black Friday streaming offers
- Disney+ & Hulu (Duo Basic): One year for $60 (≈$5/month) — ad-supported bundle for new/eligible returning subscribers.
- Apple TV+: Six months for $36 (≈$6/month) — must subscribe directly through Apple.
- Audible: Three months for $3 + $20 credit — intro offer for audiobook listeners.
Want to check eligibility or sign up? Visit HBO Max (opens in a new tab): https://www.hbomax.com.
Discussion: Will you take the $36 HBO Max year to catch up on originals and blockbuster releases, or do you prefer a higher tier for downloads and 4K? Which shows would make this deal worth it for you?