‘One Battle After Another’ Tops HBO Max’s Top 10 Most-Watched Movies List of the Week Yet Again

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Over the past week, people watching HBO Max have been drawn to big film franchises and exciting action movies. While new releases get attention, established series are still the most popular. The current top movies include a mix of supernatural romance and hard-hitting action, showing that HBO Max subscribers enjoy a variety of films as the platform updates its rankings worldwide.

‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 2’ (2012)

The last movie in the series finishes the story of Bella and Edward as they work to keep their daughter safe from a powerful vampire group called the Volturi. Bella is still getting used to being a vampire and discovers she has special powers that will be important in the fight to come. The Cullens bring together vampire allies from across the globe to defend their family and prove they aren’t a threat. This film is the exciting finale to the fantasy series inspired by Stephenie Meyer’s books, and it also shows how different vampire communities around the world come together when preparing for battle.

‘The Twilight Saga: Eclipse’ (2010)

A series of strange murders plagues Seattle as a vengeful vampire targets the Cullen family. Bella is caught in the middle, torn between her feelings for Edward and Jacob. As a powerful new vampire army emerges, the vampires and the Quileute werewolves are forced to work together. The story delves into the backstories of important characters and the long-term impact of Bella’s decision to become a vampire. The conflict reaches its peak in an epic battle on a snow-covered mountain, pushing the fragile alliance to its breaking point.

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

After finally getting married, Bella and Edward’s honeymoon takes a dangerous turn when Bella becomes unexpectedly pregnant. The baby grows at an alarming rate, putting Bella’s life at risk and creating conflict with a nearby werewolf pack. Jacob Black struggles with divided loyalties, wanting to both support his tribe and protect Bella during this difficult time. The movie centers on the intense physical and emotional journey Bella faces as she prepares for a major life change. The story ends with a powerful transformation that dramatically shifts the balance of power between vampires and werewolves.

‘The Twilight Saga: New Moon’ (2009)

After a dangerous incident at her birthday party, Bella is devastated when Edward and his family leave to keep her safe. She starts to find comfort in her friendship with Jacob Black, who is keeping a big secret about his family’s history. The story also introduces the Volturi, the powerful leaders of the vampire world who live in Italy. As Bella deals with sadness and loss, she learns about old conflicts between vampires and werewolves. This part of the story sets up the main love triangle that will continue throughout the series.

‘Twilight’ (2008)

When Bella Swan relocates to a perpetually cloudy town in Washington, she meets Edward Cullen, a captivating and unusually strong student. They quickly develop feelings for each other, and Bella soon discovers Edward and his family are vampires who have chosen to live without drinking human blood. Their peaceful existence is threatened when a group of dangerous, wandering vampires targets Bella, and the Cullens must protect her. This movie became a massive worldwide success, essentially defining the modern vampire romance and examining the conflict between vampires who prey on humans and those who strive for a peaceful life.

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

A notorious assassin is a wanted man with a huge reward offered for his capture after being banished by the powerful High Table. Now, every hitman worldwide is after him, forcing him to turn to old allies for survival. The chase takes him from the bustling streets of New York City to the vast deserts of Morocco, and the danger intensifies with each step. This installment further develops the intricate world of the secret assassin society and its strict, age-old rules. The film boasts impressive action choreography and strong performances from stars like Halle Berry and Laurence Fishburne.

’65’ (2023)

“65” tells the story of a pilot, played by Adam Driver, who crash-lands on a mysterious planet that turns out to be Earth from 65 million years ago. He’s stranded in a dangerous, prehistoric world full of dinosaurs and other threats, and must find a way to get back home. Along the way, he teams up with a young girl named Koa, and together they try to reach a spaceship before a major catastrophe happens. It’s a thrilling science fiction adventure that combines the excitement of a survival story with intense action, as they battle for their lives against ancient creatures. The film uses impressive visual effects to realistically recreate the prehistoric era.

‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ (2017)

John Wick, a legendary former hitman, is pulled back into the dangerous world of assassins when a past promise demands he fulfill a blood oath. His journey takes him to Rome, where he confronts deadly opponents while adhering to the strict code of the Continental Hotel. After being betrayed, a huge reward is offered for his capture, turning him into a target for every assassin in the city. This installment reveals the global network of the assassin’s guild and the powerful control of the High Table, highlighting how John’s violent history makes it impossible for him to find lasting peace.

‘John Wick’ (2014)

The movie ‘John Wick’ centers around a retired assassin who is pulled back into the criminal world when gangsters steal his beloved vintage car and kill his puppy. Keanu Reeves plays John Wick, a legendary figure known and feared by criminals worldwide. The film introduces the Continental Hotel, a unique haven for assassins that has its own strict, secretive rules. ‘John Wick’ unexpectedly became a major success, celebrated for its creative action and distinctive visual style. Its popularity has spawned a large franchise, including several sequels and spin-off TV shows.

‘One Battle After Another’ (2025)

Paul Thomas Anderson directs this darkly comedic and thrilling action movie, starring Leonardo DiCaprio as a former revolutionary pulled back into a life of conflict. Loosely based on Thomas Pynchon’s 1990 novel ‘Vineland,’ the film follows a father and daughter on the run from a corrupt military officer, facing danger at every turn. Featuring a strong cast including Sean Penn, Teyana Taylor, and Regina Hall, the film combines intense action with Anderson’s focus on compelling characters, creating a truly unique movie experience.

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2026-01-17 20:45