HBO Max, the popular streaming service, offers a wide-ranging collection of TV shows and movies, along with exclusive original content. However, like clockwork, the service bids farewell to some of its offerings every month, including in July. HBO Max proudly features content from esteemed brands like HBO, Warner Bros., Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, DC, and Max Originals. Following the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, Inc. in April 2022, the streaming service was rebranded as Max on May 23, 2023.
Each month, HBO Max introduces exciting new movies and TV shows to enrich its content library. However, it also bids adieu to some titles every month. In July 2023, a slow but steady stream of movies and TV shows will vanish from HBO Max, culminating in the removal of over 100 titles on the final day of the month. Often, HBO Max opts to remove entire franchises or series simultaneously, but standalone movies will also disappear soon. Time is running out for certain TV and movie titles, so those interested are advised to log in promptly to avoid missing out.
July 6
Dr. Stone (2019, Subtitled)
Family Tree (2013)
July 7
Christopher Guest movies are renowned for their highly improvised mockumentary style, resulting in brilliant gems like Best in Show and This is Spinal Tap. When Guest decided to bring this style to television, he created the underappreciated comedy series Family Tree, starring Chris O'Dowd as a directionless man who embarks on a quest to uncover his family's origins. With its charm and humor, Max subscribers still have the opportunity to enjoy this show before it departs on July 6, along with the anime series Dr. Stone.The Night House (2021)
July 7 marks the departure of The Night House from Max, ending its run. This highly praised horror film features Rebecca Hall in the lead role as a woman who becomes a widow and decides to reside alone in the secluded house she constructed with her deceased spouse. However, as she starts witnessing unsettling apparitions and mysterious movements lurking throughout the property, she delves deeper into the hidden secrets of her late husband.
July 9
The Problem with Apu (2017)
July 10
The Problem with Apu, a fascinating and widely-discussed pop culture documentary, offers a final opportunity to explore its compelling content on July 9. Presented from the viewpoint of comedian Hari Kondabolu, it delves into his concerns regarding the portrayal of Apu, a character from The Simpsons, while also examining the depiction of South-Asian communities in Western pop culture. Although opinions may differ, this captivating and intellectually stimulating examination of pop culture provides both entertainment and food for thought.
Gravity (2013)
One of the most captivating suspense stories of recent times will no longer be available on Max starting on July 10th. Directed by Oscar-winner Alfonso Cuarón, Gravity features renowned actors Sandra Bullock and George Clooney as two astronauts who find themselves adrift in space after their spacecraft is catastrophically destroyed. This exhilarating rollercoaster of a film is definitely worth experiencing while it is still accessible.
July 12
Vacation (2015)
July 12 will mark the final opportunity to catch the legacy sequel Vacation on Max. This film delves into the next chapter of the Griswold family vacation as Rusty, now a grown-up, embarks on a road trip with his own wife and children. Not only does the movie include appearances from the original stars Chevy Chase and Beverly D'Angelo reprising their roles as Clark and Ellen, but it also showcases delightful cameos from renowned actors like Chris Hemsworth, Charlie Day, and Norman Reedus.
July 25
Top Gear (Seasons 28-30)
The renowned television program Top Gear has captivated audiences for more than three decades, featuring a diverse roster of presenters delving into all things automotive in an entertaining and jovial manner. Despite the ample enjoyment it offers, three seasons of the show will no longer be available on Max starting from July 25.
July 27
Chef (2014)
While tackling major projects in the realms of Star Wars and the MCU, Jon Favreau revisits his indie film roots with the charming comedy Chef. Taking on the roles of writer, director, and lead actor, Favreau tells the story of an exceptional chef who gets terminated from his posh establishment and resolves to start anew with a food truck. This film provides an amusing and heartwarming experience, featuring captivating culinary sequences and delightful supporting performances by Scarlett Johansson and Robert Downey Jr. Make sure to catch it before it departs from Max on July 27.
July 28
Milestone Generations (2022)
July 28 will witness the farewell of Milestone Generations, the documentary highlighting a significant movement in the early 1990s. This movement was initiated by Black creators aspiring to amplify the representation of Black characters in the superhero realms, ultimately giving birth to Milestone Media.
July 31
50 First Dates (2004)
American Sniper (2014)
Back to School (1986)
Barely Lethal (2015)
Belle (2013)
Black Butterfly (2017)
The Blind Side (2009)
Bottle Rocket (1996)
The Brothers Bloom (2008)
The Captive (2014)
Casino Royale (2006)
Casualties of War (1989)
Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Children of a Lesser God (1986)
Class Act (1992)
Conspiracy Theory (1997)
A Dangerous Method (2011)
Dark Places (2015)
Dave (1993)
Dear Evan Hansen (2021)
Death Warrant (1990)
Deep Cover (1992)
Diamonds are Forever (1971)
Dolphin Tale (2011)
Donnie Darko (2001)
Dr. No (1962)
Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
The Dreamers (2003)
Drive Angry (2011)
Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)
Eat Pray Love (2010)
Edge of Darkness (2010)
The End of the Tour (2015)
Enemy (2014)
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex But Were Too Afraid To Ask (1972)
Fame (1980)
The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
Fighting (2009)
The First Wives Club (1996)
Force Majeure (2014)
GoldenEye (1995)
Gossip (2000)
The Great Escape (1963)
Gremlins (Movie, 1984)
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
Hellboy (2019)
Hoodlum (1997)
How I Live Now (2013)
I Heart Huckabees (2004)
Jeremiah Johnson (1972)
Kill the Irishman (2011)
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
The Last Face (2016)
The Last Word (2017)
The Leisure Seeker (2017)
Little Shop of Horrors (1986)
The Living Daylights (1987)
Locke (2013)
Long Shot (2019)
Man of the Year (2006)
The Man with the Golden Gun (1974)
A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982)
Mimic (1997)
Mimic 2 (2001)
Mimic 3: Sentinel (2003)
The Miracle Worker (1962)
Mississippi Grind (2015)
Mojave (2015)
Moonraker (1979)
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (2016)
My Dream is Yours (1949)
National Lampoon's European Vacation (1985)
National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)
Never Die Along (2004)
Next Day Air (2009)
The Nun's Story (1959)
Objective, Burma! (1945)
Octopussy (1983)
Old (2021)
On Moonlight Bay (1951)
The One (2001)
Operation Crossbow (1965)
Osmosis Jones (2001)
Person to Person (2017)
Piranha 3D (2010)
Piranha 3DD (2012)
Planet 51 (2009)
Precious Cargo (2016)
Quantum of Solace (2008)
Red (2008)
Red 2 (2013)
Reefa (2021)
Regression (2015)
Rememory (2017)
Return to House on Haunted Hill (2007)
Revenge of the Green Dragons (2014)
Shallow Grave (1994)
Shark Night 3D (2011)
The Spiderwick Chronicles (2008)
Stardust (2007)
Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li (2009)
Sunday in New York (1963)
Suspect Zero (2004)
Take This Waltz (2011)
A Thousand Words (2012)
Thunderball (1965)
Thunderstruck (2012)
Three Amigos! (1986)
Tomorrow Never Dies (1997)
Trouble with the Curve (2012)
Tusk (2014)
Vendetta (2015)
War of the Worlds (2005)
Where the Wild Things Are (2009)
White Bird in a Blizzard (2014)
The Wife (2018)
Wolves at the Door (2016)
Woodstock: The Director's Cut (1970)
The World According to Garp (1982)
Yesterday (2005)
You Only Live Twice (1967)
As usual, the last day of the month witnesses the highest number of titles being removed from Max. Of particular significance are the 12 entries from the iconic James Bond movie series, spanning from Dr. No to Quantum of Solace. Fans eagerly awaiting news on the next installment of 007 will need to quickly commence their binge-watching as Max purges the franchise.
July 31 also marks the removal of notable titles from celebrated filmmakers such as Rian Johnson (The Brothers Bloom), Wes Anderson (Bottle Rocket), and Spike Jonze (Where the Wild Things Are). In addition, Max subscribers still have the opportunity to enjoy some exciting summer blockbusters from the comfort of their homes, including Steven Spielberg's War of the Worlds and the timeless adventure film, The Great Escape.