HBO Max adds Sydney Sweeney rom-com and Olivia Wilde comedy this week

HBO Max schedules new film and television titles for the period spanning October 19 to October 25, 2026. Key additions feature romantic comedies starring Sydney Sweeney and Olivia Wilde, alongside an original documentary series.

Sydney Sweeney leads box-office hit

Will Gluck directed "Anyone But You," a romantic comedy adapted from William Shakespeare’s "Much Ado About Nothing." The narrative follows Ben and Bea, whose relationship becomes complicated after a strong initial date. They subsequently attend a destination wedding in Australia, where they must pose as a contented couple, resulting in various plot twists.

The movie earned mixed critical assessments but achieved significant commercial success. It generated $220 million globally against a production budget of $25 million. The cast includes Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell, Alexandra Shipp, GaTa, and Hadley Robinson. Industry observers noted the film’s performance signaled a resurgence of theatrical romantic comedies.

Olivia Wilde directs sex-comedy drama

"The Invite" arrives on the platform as a sex-comedy drama helmed by Olivia Wilde. This English-language adaptation is based on the Spanish film "The People Upstairs." The story centers on Joe and Angel, a married couple facing imminent collapse of their union. Their situation shifts unexpectedly when they invite their upstairs neighbors over for dinner.

Critics responded positively to the film, which also performed well at the box office. Principal roles are played by Seth Rogen, Olivia Wilde, Penélope Cruz, and Edward Norton.

Weekly release schedule breakdown

The streaming service distributes these titles across specific days during the week. On Tuesday, October 20, viewers can access "Anyone But You." Thursday, October 22, brings the debut of "The Flores Massacre," an HBO Original Series.

Friday, October 23, features two additions: "House Hunters: Volume 11, Season 263" from HGTV, and "The Invite," distributed by A24.