HBO Max originals continue to attract fans worldwide, and FlixPatrol has just reported the Top 10 HBO shows for 2025, with The Pitt nabbing the number one spot, followed by a string of documentaries, crime dramas, and even comedy series. Surprisingly, there are no DC titles in the list despite their massive popularity.
The following are the Top 10 HBO Max shows in 2025 according to FlixPatrol:
We’ve seen popular DC shows like Peacemaker Season 2 top the streaming charts in August, although we can deduce that the rating was exclusive to that period. Despite becoming mainstream, comic book series remain niche content, and a significant portion of their viewers are confined to a specific population.
HBO Max Subscribers Still Favor Original Series Over Comic Book Adaptations
Looking at the chart above, fans would immediately notice a trend: most viewers favored limited documentary series. From the fascinating Billy Joel: And So It Goes
While DC shows offer equally interesting stories and many of their themes mirror society’s issues, nothing beats the examination of events through real human accounts and pieces of evidence. The same goes for crime dramas and comedy series.
This is why HBO invests more in originals—not only do they showcase filmmakers’ creativity, but they also explore new ideas and perspectives that reflect the company’s branding. Comic book adaptations usually have guaranteed viewers, and original series are pretty much a risky business, but when done right, the results are rewarding.
HBO chief Casey Bloys once stated that they intend to create more original shows modeled after The Pitt following its Emmy win. Realizing that the original show’s format worked for streaming, they have resolved to invest more time and funding in helming new projects in the same vein as the medical drama series.
DC Shows Remain a Vital Part of HBO Max’s Content Offerings
Despite not ranking in the top list, DC shows offer a significant role in boosting HBO Max’s viewership and ratings. The streamer boasts an extensive range of live-action and animated shows that fans can choose from and revisit any time.
In fact, HBO Max has an impressive roster of upcoming DC titles beyond 2025, such as Lanterns, Waller, and Booster Gold, to name a few.
DC and HBO’s partnership is one of the most successful collaborations in the industry, and fans are assured that they can expect more live-action and animated series from them in the coming years.
Which DC series do you think deserves to be on the chart? Let us know in the comments!
