Martial Arts Drama 'Warrior' Leaves Netflix for HBO Max

The acclaimed series based on Bruce Lee's unpublished treatment is now available to stream on HBO's platform.

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The martial arts crime drama series Warrior, which was inspired by an unpublished treatment by the late Bruce Lee, has left Netflix and is now exclusively streaming on HBO Max. The show, which blends classic action and drama against the backdrop of a criminal underworld in 19th century San Francisco, was revived by HBO Max for a third season after originally airing on Cinemax.

Why it matters

Warrior's broad appeal and high-quality action sequences make it a must-watch for fans of East Asian culture and history, as well as viewers who appreciate well-crafted crime dramas and martial arts spectacles. The show's transition to HBO Max also highlights the constantly shifting streaming landscape, where popular titles can disappear from one platform and resurface on another.

The details

Warrior follows Ah Sahm (Andrew Koji), a martial arts prodigy from China who immigrates to San Francisco and becomes an assassin for a notorious gang in Chinatown during the Tong Wars of the late 19th century. The series blends classic martial arts action with scintillating drama set in the criminal underworld, and it features stunning fight choreography and stunts that channel the work of Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan.

  • Warrior originally aired on Cinemax.
  • The series was revived for a third season by HBO Max after leaving Cinemax.
  • Warrior has now left Netflix and is exclusively streaming on HBO Max.

The players

Warrior

A martial arts crime drama series inspired by an unpublished treatment by Bruce Lee and executive produced by his daughter, Shannon Lee.

Ah Sahm

The main character of Warrior, played by Andrew Koji, who is a martial arts prodigy from China who immigrates to San Francisco and becomes an assassin for a notorious gang in Chinatown.

Shannon Lee

The daughter of Bruce Lee and the executive producer of Warrior, which is based on her father's unpublished treatment.

Justin Lin

A producer on Warrior and a veteran of the Fast and the Furious franchise.

Jonathan Tropper

The creator of Warrior, who has also worked on shows like Banshee and Your Friends & Neighbors.

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What’s next

Fans of Warrior can now stream all three seasons of the series exclusively on HBO Max, where it was revived for a third season after originally airing on Cinemax.

The takeaway

Warrior's transition from Netflix to HBO Max highlights the constantly shifting streaming landscape, where popular titles can disappear from one platform and resurface on another. However, the series' blend of classic martial arts action, gritty crime drama, and sensual romance continues to make it a must-watch for fans of East Asian culture and history, as well as viewers who appreciate high-quality television.