If you’re asking about DIRECTV Stream Max (formerly HBO Max), it’s available as an add-on. Max carries HBO originals, Warner Bros movies, and tons of exclusive shows and films.
Does DIRECTV Stream have Max
Yes, DIRECTV Stream offers Max, but it isn’t in every package by default. You can add it to any plan as a premium subscription. Sometimes promotions include it free for a limited time, but normally it’s billed as an add-on.
You can see it during sign up with the DIRECTV Stream free trial when you choose your plan and add premium channels.
Watching Max live and on demand
Max is not a live channel in the same way as ESPN or CNN. Instead, you use the Max app with your DIRECTV Stream login. This gives you on-demand streaming of all HBO and Max content across smart TVs, Roku, Firestick, Apple TV and mobile devices.
How to access Max content
Once you add Max to your DIRECTV Stream account, you can either watch HBO channels live in your guide or sign into the separate Max app for the full catalog. No channel numbers are used for the on-demand side, just the app login.
Packages and add-ons for Max
Max is available as a premium add-on with any base package: Entertainment, Choice, Ultimate or Premier. Premier already includes HBO channels, which also grant Max access. Other packages need Max added separately.
Is Max included in the free trial
Max is not automatically part of the free trial. However, you can add it when you start the trial. Begin the 5-day DIRECTV Stream free trial, add Max to your plan, and you’ll be able to stream right away.
Quick recap
- Yes, DIRECTV Stream has Max but it’s a premium add-on
- Included with Premier package, optional with others
- Access through HBO channels and the Max app
- No channel numbers for on-demand content
- Available during the free trial if you add it