Best HBO Max deals: Best streaming deals in October 2026

The best HBO Max deals and bundles in October 2026:

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Looking for some exciting new films or shows to watch this fall? HBO Max is the place to find them. With new shows like DC’s Lanterns or the latest season of House of the Dragon available to stream, and movies like Practical Magic 2 expected to arrive on the platform sometime soon, there’s plenty to dig into as cooler weather blows in.

If these have caught your eye, the good news is that HBO Max currently offers several bundles worth checking out, including a popular bundle with Disney+ and Hulu. And while it may have just received a price increase as part of Disney+ and Hulu’s recent bump, it’s still one of the best streaming offers available.

We’ve broken down that offer and other bundles below, so you can find the best option for you. With streaming prices on the rise, offers like these are a great way to save some cash while accessing your favorite services.

Alongside bundles, we’ve also broken down HBO Max’s standard plans in case you’re interested in its service on its own.

Best Disney+ bundle deal

Why we like it

The HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu bundle is a top-tier choice for those looking to have access to some of the biggest streaming services around. Starting at $21.99 per month, this bundle grants you access to Hulu, Disney+, and HBO Max’s streaming services for a much lower price than what you’d pay for them on their own. If you’ve already got Disney+ and Hulu subscriptions, this bundle is worth every cent. If you’re interested, there are two plan options to choose from:

Best Hulu bundle deal

Why we like it

If you’re not interested in the Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max mega bundle, you can just get Hulu and HBO Max together if you already have a Hulu base plan, which starts at $12.49 per month. HBO Max Basic with Ads can be added onto your plan for $10.99 per month, or you can splash out on the HBO Max Standard plan for $18.49 per month.

Best student deal

Why we like it

It’s always nice when streaming services have a deal for students, and HBO Max’s offer is definitely worth taking advantage of. Students who can verify their status with UNiDAYS are eligible to get the HBO Max Basic With Ads plan for just $5.49 per month. That’s a 50% discount off its $10.99 monthly price. After verifying your status, you’ll receive a unique code to redeem the discounted plan on HBO Max.

HBO Max’s monthly plans

HBO Max offers several subscription plans. If you don’t mind sitting through ads, HBO Max’s Basic With Ads plan starts at $10.99 per month, or the annual plan is $109.99 per year. If you can’t stand ads and don’t mind spending a bit more, the Standard plan costs $18.49 per month or $184.99 per year. If you really want to go big on an HBO Max plan, you can spring for the fancy Premium plan, which costs $22.99 per month or $229.99 per year.

Below, we’ve broken down what each plan includes, per HBO Max’s website, so you can learn a bit more before you buy.

Basic With Ads — $10.99 per month, $109.99 per year

Standard (Ad-free) — $18.49 per month, $184.99 per year

Premium (Ad-free) — $22.99 per month, $229.99 per year

• Stream on four devices at once

• 4K Ultra HD video quality (as available)

• Dolby Atmos immersive audio (as available)

• 100 downloads to watch on the go

If you’re wondering where to start once you’ve set yourself up with an HBO Max subscription, we’ve got an excellent selection of recommendations to point you in the right direction. Looking for a great TV show to kickstart your next binge-watching session? Have a look through our roundup of the 20 best TV shows streaming on HBO Max. Or if you prefer movies, we narrowed down the 25 best movies on HBO Max to make your next movie night a spectacular one.