‘Materialists’ Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List This Week

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This week on HBO Max, you’ll find a variety of movies – from critically acclaimed new releases and popular horror franchises to beloved holiday classics. The service offers something for everyone, including stylish romantic dramas, spooky thrillers, and cheerful comedies. With films like ‘Materialists,’ ‘Weapons,’ ‘The Substance,’ plus favorites like ‘Elf’ and ‘The Polar Express,’ HBO Max is delivering both fresh theatrical films and reliably enjoyable movies across different genres and time periods.

10. ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ (2017)

‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ is the second movie in the ‘Kingsman’ series, directed by Matthew Vaughn and inspired by the comics by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons. When the Kingsman headquarters is destroyed, British agents Eggsy and Merlin must join forces with the American spy organization, Statesman, to take down a dangerous drug lord named Poppy Adams. The film stars Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Julianne Moore, Mark Strong, Channing Tatum, and Halle Berry, combining classic spy elements with exciting action and comedy. You can currently watch ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ on HBO Max as part of a collection of films from the franchise, making it a great choice for action movie fans.

9. ‘The Substance’ (2024)

Coralie Fargeat’s body-horror film, ‘The Substance,’ tells the story of Elisabeth Sparkle, a veteran fitness TV host who undergoes a secret procedure to create a younger clone of herself. Demi Moore plays Elisabeth, with Margaret Qualley as her double, and Dennis Quaid as the manipulative producer who capitalizes on the new version. The film blends shocking practical effects with sharp critiques of ageism, unrealistic beauty standards, and the entertainment world. It first premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and has since become Mubi’s most successful film, winning several awards. Now available on HBO Max and other streaming platforms, it quickly climbed to the top of the service’s movie rankings.

8. ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter’ (2012)

As a film buff, I have to admit I was intrigued when ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter’ came out! It’s a really wild take on history, directed by Timur Bekmambetov and with Tim Burton as a producer. The movie basically reimagines Abraham Lincoln’s life as this secret war against vampires, and how they were involved in things like the Civil War. Benjamin Walker does a great job as Lincoln, and Rufus Sewell plays a fantastic villain as the main vampire. Dominic Cooper is also in it, playing Lincoln’s mentor. I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz lately that it’s been popular on HBO Max, and I’m not surprised – it’s a fun, unique movie that’s definitely worth checking out if you haven’t seen it!

7. ‘It Chapter Two’ (2019)

‘It Chapter Two’ finishes the story begun in Stephen King’s novel, catching up with the Losers’ Club 27 years after their childhood battle with Pennywise. Director Andy Muschietti returns, weaving together the present-day story with new flashbacks to the characters’ youth. The film stars James McAvoy, Jessica Chastain, Bill Hader, and features some of the original young actors. It expands on the history of Pennywise and the town of Derry, where people have mysteriously disappeared for years. You can watch ‘It Chapter Two’ on HBO Max, where it’s often recommended alongside the first ‘It’ movie and the ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ series, allowing viewers to experience the complete story in order.

6. ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ (1989)

‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ is the third movie in the ‘Vacation’ series, again starring Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold. Written by John Hughes, the film follows Clark’s hilarious efforts to create a perfect Christmas celebration for his family. It shows the funny problems he faces with visiting relatives, decorating, and waiting for a promised bonus. The movie, which also features Beverly D’Angelo, Juliette Lewis, and Randy Quaid, continues the story of the Griswold family’s often-chaotic holidays. You can currently find it on HBO Max as part of their holiday movie selection, alongside classics like ‘Elf’ and ‘The Polar Express’.

5. ‘It’ (2017)

As a horror fan, I recently revisited Andy Muschietti’s ‘It’, the first film adapting Stephen King’s epic novel. It’s a really effective setup for a two-part story, and it immediately pulls you into the creepy town of Derry, Maine. The movie centers around a group of kids, affectionately calling themselves the Losers’ Club, who are relentlessly haunted by Pennywise, a terrifying, shape-shifting clown brought to life by Bill Skarsgård. But it’s more than just scares; the film does a great job of showing how these kids are battling their own personal demons alongside this monstrous creature. It lays a strong foundation for the sequel and even the ‘Welcome to Derry’ prequel series. If you’re looking for a good scare, you can currently stream it on HBO Max, which is building a pretty impressive collection of horror content around this universe.

4. ‘The Polar Express’ (2004)

‘The Polar Express’ is an animated movie based on the popular children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg, directed by Robert Zemeckis. It was made using a special technique called performance-capture, and Tom Hanks plays several characters, including the train conductor. The story follows a young boy’s magical Christmas Eve journey on a mysterious train to the North Pole. The film was a pioneering effort in motion-capture animation for a major studio, featuring stunning digital visuals, a full orchestra, and original songs. You can currently stream ‘The Polar Express’ on HBO Max in their Kids & Family and holiday-movie collections, alongside other favorites like ‘Elf’.

3. ‘Elf’ (2003)

Directed by Jon Favreau, ‘Elf’ is a funny and heartwarming Christmas movie about Buddy, a human raised as an elf at the North Pole. When Buddy learns about his real father, he travels to New York City to find him. Starring Will Ferrell, James Caan, and Zooey Deschanel, the film combines silly humor with a touching story about family and the spirit of the holidays. Originally released by New Line Cinema, ‘Elf’ is now streaming on HBO Max as part of their holiday lineup.

2. ‘Weapons’ (2025)

Zach Cregger, the filmmaker behind the hit movie ‘Barbarian,’ wrote and directed ‘Weapons,’ a new supernatural horror mystery. The film follows the mysterious disappearance of a class of children at 2:17 a.m., and how a town comes together to investigate. Starring Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Alden Ehrenreich, and Benedict Wong, ‘Weapons’ was produced by New Line Cinema and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. After a successful run in theaters – making it one of the year’s most profitable horror films – it became available to stream on HBO Max in late October as part of their Halloween lineup.

1. ‘Materialists’ (2025)

Celine Song’s romantic drama, ‘Materialists’, explores the lives of New York City’s elite dating world. The film centers on Lucy, a matchmaker whose life becomes complicated when she’s caught between a charming millionaire she’s working with, Harry, and her former actor boyfriend, John. Starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, ‘Materialists’ is a production of A24, Killer Films, and 2AM. After a successful run in theaters, earning over $100 million worldwide, the film is now available for streaming on HBO Max as part of A24’s agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery.

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2025-11-08 17:45