To quote House Stark, “Winter is coming.” And that means lots of nights spent curled up with a good blanket in front of the TV. Wondering what to watch on HBO this coming winter? Keep reading to see our top picks from current series and past hits. 

Current Series

Barry 

Murder, secret past lives, the city of Los Angeles—what more could you want from a TV show? This dark comedy stars Bill Hader as Barry, a hitman from the Midwest who follows his mark to LA, only to find himself being called toward a different vocation: acting. 

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Who’s in It?

Bill Hader, Stephen Root, Sarah Goldberg, Glenn Fleshler, Anthony Carrigan, and Henry Winkler

What Kind of Show Is It?

Dramatic comedy

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

2

Euphoria

This American adaptation of the Israeli show of the same name follows a group of teens as they struggle with sex, drugs, relationship, and, of course, high school. Euphoria explores the effects of childhood trauma as well as the confusion and hardships that can accompany adolescence. 

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Who’s in It?

Zendaya, Maude Apatow, Jacob Elordi, and Sydney Sweetney 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Drama

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

1

The Righteous Gemstones 

The Gemstones are a dynasty built on ministry, fame, and greed. The only thing that’s in their way? Themselves. The members of this family of televangelists aren’t just religious gurus—they’re funny as heck.

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Who’s in It?

Danny McBride, John Goodman, Adam Devine, Edi Patterson, and Tim Baltz

What Kind of Show Is It?

Comedy

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

1

Succession

There might not be an “i” in team, but there most certainly is one in family. This satire revolves around an aging media mogul, his family, and the struggle for power that comes with a business empire. 

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Who’s in It?

Brian Cox, Jeremy Strong, Sarah Snook, Kieran Culkin, Alan Ruck, and Matthew Macfadyen 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Dramatic comedy 

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

2

True Detective

True Detective is an anthology series, which means that each season of the show has its own independent narrative and cast of characters. With every storyline comes a new crime and ensuing drama, mystery, and thrills. 

Who’s in It?

Season 1: Matthew McConaughey, Woody Harrelson, Michelle Monoghan, Michael Potts, and Tory Kittles

Season 2: Collin Farrell, Rachael McAdams, Taylor Kitsch, Kelly Reilly, and Vince Vaughn 

Season 3: Mahershala Ali, Carmen Ejogo, Stephen Dorff, Scoot McNairy, and Ray Fisher 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Crime drama

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

3

Westworld 

Westworld is a Wild-West-themed amusement park that allows visitors to experience their fantasies, no matter what they are. The park is operated using robots who have been programmed so that the high-paying guests can live in a lawless world. 

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Who’s in It?

Evan Rachel Wood, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright, Ed Harris, and James Marsden 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Sci-fi 

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

2 

Bingeable Reruns 

Game of Thrones

Though it recently came to a close, this HBO hit is worth definitely watching (or rewatching). Game of Thrones revolves around the fictional land of Westeros and its seven feuding kingdoms. Action-packed and filled with drama, sex, politics, and fantasy, these interwoven storylines will keep you captivated all winter long. 

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Who’s in It?

Emilia Clarke, Kit Harrington, Sophie Turner, Maisie Williams, Lena Headey, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and Peter Dinklage 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Drama/Fantasy

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

8

Sex and the City

Sex and the City is a tale of friendship, romance, and New York City. This series may have wrapped up in 2004, but it’s still a must-see, especially if you love badass women and fire (but sometimes questionable—we’re looking at you, Carrie) fashion looks. 

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Who’s in It?

Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis, Kim Cattrall, and Cynthia Nixon

What Kind of Show Is It?

Romantic comedy 

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

6

The Wire

This famous crime drama takes place in Baltimore, Maryland, and delves into the social and political inner-workings of the city in relation to law enforcement. Known for its dauntless realism and social commentary, The Wire rose into mainstream appreciation only after its original run. 

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Who’s in It?

Michael K. Williams, Idris Elba, Sonja Sohn, Dominic West, Michael B. Jordan, and Wendell Pierce

What Kind of Show Is It?

Crime drama 

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

5

Veep

Even if you’re not into politics, you’ll find yourself laughing out loud at Veep, a political satire that follows a female vice president and her team as they deal with the chaos that comes with working in the Whitehouse. 

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Who’s in It?

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tony Hale, Anna Chlumsky, Reid Scott, Matt Walsh, and Timothy Simons 

What Kind of Show Is It?

Comedy

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

7

The Sopranos 

Whether you’ve seen it or not, you’ve definitely heard of this next HBO giant. The Sopranos opens with Tony Soprano going to therapy for work-related stress that’s been causing him to have panic attacks. Only his line of work doesn’t involve your typical 9-to-5 kind of lifestyle—he’s a New Jersey mob boss with a lot of enemies, including some on the inside. 

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Who’s in It?

James Gandolfini, Michael Imperioli, Edie Falco, Lorraine Bracco, and David Chase

What Kind of Show Is It?

Drama 

How Many Seasons Does It Have?

6

Still Looking For Somewhere to Watch From? 

Now that you’ve got your guide to HBO this winter, all you need is a place where you can cozy up and watch these shows. But if you’re in the process of moving, spending a night in and relaxing probably doesn’t seem like it will be part of your schedule any time soon. 

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