Acclaimed Sports Drama Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week

HBO Max’s most popular shows are changing! This week, action-packed movies and stories with supernatural romance are leading the charts. Recent box office hits are now available on the streaming service, joining popular, established franchises. Whether you enjoy realistic dramas or long-running movie series, these are the titles everyone is watching. Here’s a look at the top ten movies currently trending on the platform, according to the latest viewership data.

‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ (2010)

Okay, so things are really heating up for Bella Swan! Seattle’s become a seriously dangerous place with these strange killings, and it’s all tied to a vampire out for revenge. Honestly, watching her get pulled between Edward and Jacob is agonizing – it feels like her decision could kickstart an all-out war between vampires and werewolves. And on top of all that, she’s about to graduate and has to figure out if she even wants to become a vampire. It’s a lot for one girl, and I was completely on the edge of my seat wondering how she’d navigate it all.

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1’ (2011)

Okay, so things are pretty idyllic for Bella and Edward after they finally get married, but then – surprise! – Bella gets pregnant. And it’s not a normal pregnancy, obviously. Their baby is half-vampire, and it’s growing at an alarming rate, which is literally killing Bella. It’s a really intense situation! Plus, the werewolf tribe, the Quileutes, see the baby as a huge threat and want to stop it, which causes a lot of conflict within their community. The movie shows all of it – their beautiful wedding, a quick honeymoon in Brazil, and then this incredibly difficult and dangerous birth that completely transforms everything for them. It’s a wild ride, honestly.

’33 Photos from the Ghetto’ (2024)

This documentary features photographs taken by a German paramedic while Poland was under Nazi control. The images offer a unique and disturbing look at daily life and death inside the Warsaw Ghetto, seen through the eyes of someone who wasn’t a resident. Experts examine the photos to ensure the stories of those pictured are remembered. The collection is a powerful visual reminder of what people endured during this terrible time and an important historical record of the atrocities that occurred.

‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’ (2019)

When John Wick violates the rules of the Continental Hotel, he’s branded an outcast and every assassin worldwide is authorized to hunt him down. He’s forced to escape New York City and relies on old friends in Casablanca to stay alive. Meanwhile, the High Table dispatches an Adjudicator to punish anyone who helps Wick, further revealing the complex rules and hidden world of professional assassins. This installment of the series is celebrated for its amazing action sequences and introduces the compelling character of Sofia Al-Azwar.

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

After a failed birthday celebration, Edward Cullen leaves town to keep Bella Swan safe from the risks of his vampire life. Devastated, Bella finds comfort in her friendship with Jacob Black, who is hiding a secret of his own. The story delves into the history of the Quileute shape-shifters and introduces the powerful Volturi, a group of ancient vampires living in Italy. Ultimately, the story becomes a desperate attempt to prevent a dangerous miscommunication among the Volturi and save Bella’s life.

‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ (2017)

John Wick, a legendary hitman who had retired, is pulled back into the criminal underworld when a promise to a powerful Italian mob boss comes due. He travels to Rome with a mission to dismantle a global network of assassins, only to find himself betrayed and targeted with a huge bounty. The movie expands on the complex rules and traditions of the shadowy High Table organization, showcasing the worldwide presence of the Continental hotels and featuring a striking scene in a hall of mirrors.

‘John Wick’ (2014)

After his wife’s death, a retired assassin is forced back into action when gangsters steal his car and kill his dog. What starts as a personal quest for revenge quickly uncovers a hidden world of professional killers. The film follows John Wick as he reclaims his reputation as a deadly legend, battling the Russian mafia in New York City. It’s known for its innovative action style – a blend of gunplay and martial arts – and its surprisingly simple, yet effective, world-building, and is credited with breathing new life into the action movie genre.

‘Twilight’ (2008)

When teenager Bella Swan moves to a cloudy town in Washington, she becomes captivated by her intriguing classmate, Edward Cullen. She quickly learns Edward is a vampire, but part of a unique family that doesn’t drink human blood. Their unusual love story faces danger when a group of dangerous, wandering vampires sets their sights on Bella. The movie was based on a hugely popular book and became a worldwide cultural sensation that lasted for many years.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Paul Thomas Anderson directs this intense and darkly humorous thriller about a former revolutionary forced back into a world of danger. He’s on the run with his daughter, trying to keep her safe from a ruthless military officer. Inspired by the novel ‘Vineland’ and starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, the film combines thrilling action with a focus on complex characters.

‘The Smashing Machine’ (2025)

This movie tells the true story of Mark Kerr, a famous mixed martial artist, during the rough-and-tumble early days of the UFC. It shows both his incredible strength in the ring and his personal battles with addiction. The film highlights the physical and emotional consequences of fighting and explores the challenges in Kerr’s relationships. It’s a dramatic role for Dwayne Johnson, who plays Kerr and shows his journey from success to hardship.

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2026-01-31 23:46