Which streaming stories did you miss this week?
Which streaming stories did you miss this week?
HBO Max has proven a hit across the pond, plus trailers and casting news from top streamers, and more.
It’s been a big week in streaming premieres, and it’s not over yet. Season 3 of “Euphoria” finally arrives on HBO Max this Sunday, though unfortunately for fans who have been anxiously awaiting its return, early reivews have been less than stellar.
If you’ve been absorbed in new TV and streaming premieres, you may have missed some key stories, casting announcements, and trailer releases over the course of the week. Check out the stories we’ve assembled to help you stay informed below!
Which streaming stories did you miss this week?
HBO Max racks up customers following UK, Ireland release
HBO Max executed a long-awaited launch in the United Kingdom and Ireland in late March, and new data is starting to come in about the streamer’s success there. On Thursday, Ampere released data showing that HBO Max had gained 1.5 million new U.K. subscribers in the weeks since becoming available.
Upcoming soccer games on the streamer in the U.K. should help boost its numbers even further; by the end of 2026, Ampere anticipates HBO Max will have 6 million customers there. Ampere also found that Disney+, Prime Video, and Apple TV were the most-canceled services by U.K. customers who made the switch to HBO Max.
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HBO Max
HBO Max is a subscription video streaming service that gives access to the full HBO library and exclusive Max Originals. There are hubs for content from TLC, HGTV, Food Network, Discovery, TCM, Cartoon Network, Travel Channel, ID, and more. Watch hit series like “The Last of Us,” “House of the Dragon,” “Succession,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” and more. Within HBO Max, B/R Sports allows users to watch live NBA, MLB, NHL, March Madness, and NASCAR events.
TNT Sports announces new boxing deal with DAZN
On Thursday, TNT Sports announced its next major deal. The company is partnering with the sports streaming service DAZN for a new series called “The Fight,” featuring monthly major boxing events from promoters including op Rank, Matchroom Boxing, Golden Boy Promotions, and Queensberry Promotions, among others.
The first event is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, and fights will appear on TNT Sports linear networks and DAZN’s streaming service. Participating fighters and more detailed broadcast schedules will be announced at a later date. It doesn’t appear fights will stream live on HBO Max, which offers live events from TNT Sports to its ad-free subscribers. The deal encompasses only the United States, not other global territories where DAZN and TNT Sports platforms are available.
DAZN
DAZN is an international sports streaming service dedicated to live and on-demand sports programming. Since its launch in 2016, the platform has expanded to become one of the world’s leading sports streaming destinations, offering coverage that varies by region and includes boxing, soccer, MMA, women’s sports, motorsports, and other major competitions.
Disney+ esports, ESPN expansions
On Monday, Disney+ announced that it would expand its partnership with the Korea Esports Association (KeSPA) to stream additional esports competitions live across the globe. Coverage will include the Esports Champions Asia Jinju 2026, the 2026 LoL KeSPA CUP and the Korea national team send-off ceremony and LoL friendly matches before the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026. The collaboration kicks off on April 24, when the Esports Championships Asia 2026 begin.
On Tuesday, Disney+ pivoted to an announcement regarding a different kind of sports coverage. ESPN on Disney+ launched in 53 territories across Europe and Asia-Pacific on that day, allowing Disney+ subscribers to watch a curated selection of English-language events from ESPN at no additional cost. Offered events include NBA and NHL games, college basketball, and more.
Disney+
Disney+ is a video streaming service with over 13,000 series and films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, The Muppets, and more. It is available in 61 countries and 21 languages. It is notable for its popular original series like “The Mandalorian,” “Ms. Marvel,” “Loki,” “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” and “Andor.”
Premiere date announcements
- “The Chosen” Season 6 — Nov. 15 on Prime Video
- “Dark Matter” Season 2 — Aug. 28 on Apple TV
- “Deli Boys” Season 2 — May 28 on Hulu
Streaming Casting news
‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 3 adds Sarah Silverman, more
Kristen Bell and Adam Brody are returning for Season 3 of the Netflix comedy series “Nobody Wants This,” which announced guest stars for the upcoming season on Wednesday. Andrew Rannels will join as Sebastien, a member of Joanne’s conversion class; Keyla Moterroso Mejia will play Amber, another woman in the class; Sarah Silverman is Rabbi Eden, the quirky teacher of Joanne’s Intro to Judaism course; Avan Jogia plays Travis; Erin Foster will portray Nicole; Poorna Jagannatham will portray Elanor, Sebastien’s aunt; Sadie Sandler will play Denise; Stehpanie Koenig portrays Poppy; and Steven Weber joins as Julian.
Netflix
Netflix is a leading subscription-based video streaming service that offers on-demand access to an extensive library of over 3,000 movies, 2,000+ TV shows, and a growing collection of acclaimed Netflix originals. Renowned for producing groundbreaking content, Netflix has become a cultural powerhouse with hit originals like “Stranger Things,” “Wednesday,” “Squid Game,” “The Crown,” “Tiger King,” “Bridgerton,” “The Witcher,” and “Black Mirror.”
Peter Dinklage boards ‘Alien: Earth’ Season 2
The first season of “Alien: Earth” brought the trademark xenomorphs planet-side. Deadline reported Wednesday that in Season 2, the Noah Hawley series will be adding Peter Dinklage as a series regular, though no information about his character is being revealed as of yet. Production on the show’s second season will commence in May.
Hulu
Hulu is a video streaming service that gives access to thousands of full seasons of exclusive series, hit movies, kids shows, and Hulu Originals like “Only Murders in the Building,” and “The Handmaid’s Tale.”
Uma Thurman returning to ‘Dexter: Resurrection’ Season 2
Everyone’s favorite serial killer returned from the grave in “Dexter: Resurrection,” and on Wednesday, Paramount announced that one of the biggest stars of Season 1 was coming back for Season 2. Uma Thurman will reprise the role of former special ops officer Charley, who served as Leon Prater’s right-hand woman until she discovered his betrayal last season.
Paramount Plus
Paramount+ is a subscription video streaming service that includes on-demand access to 40,000+ TV show episodes from BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., and more. Get free access with a Walmart+ subscription.
Paramount+ includes “1883,” “Tulsa King,” “Star Trek: Discovery,” “SpongeBob SquarePants,” and “PAW Patrol.” Subscribers can watch the NFL, college football, The Masters, college basketball, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, Serie A, and NWSL. The service also offers the option to watch your live CBS affiliate. The upgraded ad-free package includes premium movies and shows from Showtime.