HBO Max Announces Third Price Increase In Three Years, Effective Immediately

Warner Bros. Discovery raised HBO Max subscription costs effective immediately, marking the platform’s third price hike in three years. The Basic With Ads plan increases $1 monthly to $10.99 and $10 annually to $109.99. Standard ad-free service rises $1.50 monthly to $18.49 and $15 yearly to $184.99. Premium plans jump $2 monthly to $22.99 and $20 annually to $229.99. New subscribers face immediate price changes while existing monthly users receive 30-day advance notice before increases begin November 20, 2025. Annual subscribers see changes only upon renewal. All the major streamers have raised prices recently as companies work to improve streaming profitability. (Story URL)