10 HBO Max Series That Everyone Seems To Either Love Or Despise

10 HBO Max Series That Everyone Seems To Either Love Or Despise

HBO Max offers its subscribers many high-quality shows with enthralling plots. However, not every audience member can be convinced.

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HBO Max launched almost two years ago in the United States and is still one of the main subscription-based services for streaming movies and TV shows. Its almost 43.5 million subscribers can enjoy an exclusive catalog of quality content. For instance, it includes every DCEU movie and the eight Harry Potter films.

Especially when it comes to TV shows, HBO is truly setting the bar for other streaming sites, which sometimes struggle to keep up. Whether it’s HBO Max’s original series or previously launched media acquired by the company, HBO Max offers its users many high-quality series full of lovable characters and enthralling plots. However, not every audience member can be convinced.

10 Genera+ion Is Either Too Edgy Or Too Relatable

Created by Zelda and Daniel Barnz, Genera+tion follows a group of high schoolers and their day-to-day lives as they explore gender and sexuality in conservative Orange County.

While Genera+ion is aimed at Generation Z, many viewers have thoroughly enjoyed the series. Audiences are thankful for the groundbreaking LGBTQ+ representation and Genera+tion’s relatable characters who navigate love, relationships, and family dynamics. However, many others think that the show lacks true representation. Generat+ion’s critics believe the series to be HBO’s attempt at being edgy.

9 Sci-Fi Fans Can’t Agree On Westworld’s Rating

Based on the 1974 film, Westworld is a technologically advanced Wild-West-themed park where people can pay huge amounts of money to do whatever they want with the androids living there. Since the androids are programmed to never hurt humans, there aren’t any risks. That all changes when the robots start malfunctioning.

Since Westworld has a fascinating premise, sci-fi fans all over the world were soon drawn to the series. However, now that Westworld’s third season is over, reactions to the show are mixed. While some believe the series is as great as the beginning, others think Westworld is missing the mark way too often lately due to its many plot holes and the poor performances of its cast.

8 Station Eleven Is Gripping, But Not A Proper Dystopian Tale

Station Eleven is a post-apocalyptic miniseries based on a novel by Emily St. John Mandel. Station Eleven follows the survivors of a devastating flu pandemic as they attempt to rebuild the world while still clinging to their lives before the disaster. Things get complicated when they stumble upon a violent cult led by a mysterious man.

Station Eleven delivers a well-crafted post-apocalyptic drama that focuses more on the psychological aspect of the pandemic than on the physical violence that comes from chaos. While many viewers consider this a valuable trait of the series, many fiction fans believe Station Eleven lacks what it takes to be a proper dystopian tale.

7 Titans Has The Right Tone, But It Isn’t Deep Enough

The first live-action adaptation of the DC comics team Teen Titans, Titans depicts the young superheroes as they try to balance their not-so-ordinary lives with their fight against evil. In the first season, the Titans roster includes Dick Grayson, Kory Anders, Rachel Roth, and Gar Logan. However, as seasons pass, more superheroes join their ranks, such as Donna Troy, Jason Todd, and Superboy.

As is typical with live-action adaptations, fans are divided on Titans. Fans of Titans consider its dark tone to be a fitting quality for these heroes’ stories. However, many others feel that the series suffers from an irreparable lack of depth that turns the Titans characters into stereotypical heroes.

6 The White Lotus Is Funny But Superficial

Mike White’s most recent satirical comedy-drama, The White Lotus, centers on the lives of the staff and guests of a tropical resort in Hawaii. Initially, everything appears to be normal. But as everyone’s dark secrets emerge, The White Lotus’ tone shifts slowly.

Since The White Lotus delivers a product very different from most television shows, many viewers were soon captivated by the series’ drama. However, many others believe the show is just an uncomfortable watch that doesn’t delve into any of the topics it attempts to explore.

5 Gossip Girl Is A Polarizing Sequel

Set 10 years after the original series, Gossip Girl follows the privileged upper-class lives of a group of teenagers. Gossip Girl focuses on the rivalry between Julien and Zoya, two half-sisters with very little in common. In a world where all that matters is appearances, these characters must deal with Gossip Girl, an ill-intentioned blog that broadcasts every mistake they make to the world.

Like what happens with any reboot, sequel or revival, it’s impossible not to compare HBO Max Gossip Girl to The CW original series, which puts it at a disadvantage. Many hardcore Gossip Girl fans think the 2021’s version lacks heart when compared to the original. However, other audience members think Zoya Lott and Julien Calloway deserve a second chance, far from Serena Van Der Woodsen and Blair Waldorf’s shadow.

4 The Flight Attendant Has Great Performances But A Poor Development

The Flight Attendant is based on Chris Bohjalian’s novel of the same name and stars Kaley Cuoco as Cassie Bowden, an alcoholic flight attendant whose life changes when she wakes up next to the dead body of one of her passengers. Unable to remember what happened, Cassie embarks on a journey to find some answers while dealing with her own demons.

Most reviewers refer to The Flight Attendant as one of the funniest black comedies of the decade, especially praising Kaley Cuoco’s performance. However, those who read Bohjalian’s book criticized HBO’s The Flight Attendant for dragging the mystery longer than necessary, ruining the ending.

3 Fans Can’t Help But Wonder If And Just Like That Was Necessary

11 years after the last Sex And The City film, And Just Like That… brings back Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, and Charlotte York. The revival depicts the three friends (now without Samantha) as they deal with their lives in their fifties. And Just Like That… is one of the most anticipated revivals of the decade.

And Just Like That… was the most-watched first viewing in HBO Max’s history, which means people subscribed specifically to watch it. Many fans showed appreciation for And Just Like That…, deeming it a treat for long-time followers of these characters. However, only the fans reeling in nostalgia liked it. The revival was harshly criticized, especially due to its awkward attempt to include social matters into a mostly frivolous story.

2 Peacemaker Has The Fans Divided

Created by James Gunn, Peacemaker follows Christopher Smith, aka Peacemaker, as he continues with his life once he heals from the wounds he received in The Suicide Squad and takes a new job. Project Butterfly sends Peacemaker on a mission to eliminate a race of parasitic creatures currently taking humans as hosts.

Peacemaker’s plot, its interesting characters, and its goofy take on vigilantism are a recipe for success. However, like many other Gunn projects, Peacemaker isn’t for everyone. While many are praising Peacemaker as the best DC series ever made, others think it is too edgy, cringe-worthy, and its sense of humor is immature.

1 Euphoria Isn’t For Everyone

Based on an Israeli miniseries, Euphoria is a coming-of-age story that follows a group of high schoolers through their tumultuous teenagehood. Euphoria tackles all kinds of serious topics, such as drug addiction, sexual identity, trauma, and mental illness as well as love, friendship, and family.

Since the second season premiered in January 2022, everyone has been talking about Euphoria. Most people are religiously following the lives of Rue, Lexi, Fezco, Nate, and Cassie. However, those not watching Euphoria are mostly tired of hearing about how dramatic the show can get. Euphoria has also been criticized for its romanticization of sex and drug abuse, explicit content, and unnecessary nudity.

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