Now it's official: Max, the new streaming service from Warner Bros. Discovery that replaced HBO Max, is on the air. The platform was launched last Tuesday, February 27th, in Brazil, but in the USA the application had already been in operation since May 23rd, 2023. And of course the news brought some positive surprises for users. Subscribers who realized that the service catalog is much more robust than before.
This is primarily due to the original productions of the Discovery channels, which are now part of Max (but were not previously part of HBO Max). In other words: There are now some new attractions for streaming customers to discover. But which new Max shows are ultimately worth watching? Well, we answer that in the list below!
Check out 7 interesting new shows on Max!
7 Kitchen Nightmare with Gordon Ramsay
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“Kitchen Nightmare” follows renowned chef Gordon Ramsay as he visits struggling restaurants and lends his expertise and guidance to revitalize the business. From management issues to food quality issues, Ramsay faces a variety of challenges as he attempts to transform operations into successful businesses.
The show combines entertainment with valuable insights into the inner workings of restaurants. Ramsay is known for his open and sometimes aggressive approach, resulting in intense and insightful moments as he works to implement meaningful change.
- Year of publication: 2007
- Number of seasons: 8
6 Franjinha and Milena: In search of science
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Franjinha and Milena: In Search of Science follows two curious young scientists on their wild adventures. “Milena, Franjinha and Bidu attempt to travel through time in a fun scientific adventure. With each episode, different problems arise and they discover that realtime travel is science itself,” says the synopsis of the work.
With a playful and educational approach, the episodes, aimed at children and families, explore various scientific concepts and provide a great way for little ones to entertain themselves with Max.
- Year of publication: 2024
- Number of seasons: 1
5 Brothers at Work: Home, always home
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“Brothers at Work: Home Always Home,” also available on Max, follows twin brothers Drew and Jonathan Scott as they help families find and transform homes into dream homes. Unlike the original program, this one focuses on customers who already own a home but want to renovate it to meet their changing needs.
Combining interior design, dramatic renovations and family bonding, the show gives viewers an indepth look at the home remodeling process.
- Year of publication: 2019
- Number of seasons: 7
4 Gold Fever
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Gold Rush follows teams of miners as they search for the precious metal in remote locations, facing harsh conditions and technical challenges along the way. Under pressure to find enough gold to make a living, teams face calculated risks and must make strategic decisions to succeed. The show combines drama, adventure and entrepreneurship while highlighting the realities of modern mining.
- Year of publication: 2010
- Number of seasons: 14
3 Deadly kilos
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Deadly Kilos follows the journey of extremely obese people who want to lose weight to regain their lives. Under the supervision of surgeon Dr. Nowzaradan, participants face physical and emotional challenges as they attempt to lose weight and improve their health. The program addresses complex issues related to obesity, including participants' personal issues, family dynamics, and the medical difficulties associated with obesity.
- Year of publication: 2012
- Number of seasons: 12
2 Muquiranas
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Muquiranas is about notoriously frugal people who take their frugality to the extreme. From reusing discarded items to finding innovative ways to save money in all areas of life, the show reveals these protagonists' quirky costcutting techniques. The series offers a fascinating and often humorous look at human behavior as it relates to personal finance.
- Year of publication: 2011
- Number of seasons: 3
1 Fallen and naked
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Finally we have the classic Discovery program: Largados e Pelados. In several different versions, the series challenges participants to survive for several days completely naked and with minimal resources in extreme conditions in remote locations around the world. With only an unknown partner and their survival skills, participants face physical and psychological challenges as they search for food, water and shelter.
The show is known for its raw and challenging approach, exploring human limits in hostile environments.
- Year of publication: 2013
- Number of seasons: 17
Which shows from this list do you plan to watch?