3 Must-Watch HBO Max Shows to Stream in March 2026

From a new Steve Carell comedy to the return of a cult classic, these are the top HBO Max premieres to watch this month.

Mar. 5, 2026 at 11:05am

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March is a big month for HBO Max, with the streaming service debuting several high-profile new shows. The must-watch titles include the dark comedy "DTF St. Louis" starring David Harbour and Linda Cardellini, the Steve Carell-led series "Rooster," and the long-awaited third season of the Lisa Kudrow comedy "The Comeback."

Why it matters

HBO Max continues to build an impressive lineup of original programming, with March 2026 bringing a mix of new and returning series that should appeal to a wide range of viewers. These three shows in particular showcase the platform's ability to attract top talent and deliver compelling, genre-spanning content.

The details

"DTF St. Louis" is a dark comedy that follows a sign language interpreter, Floyd Smernitch (David Harbour), who befriends a TV weatherman, Clark Forrest (Jason Bateman). The two discover a mutual interest in an app that helps married couples find sexual partners, setting in motion a series of lies and secrets that could prove deadly. "Rooster" stars Steve Carell as Greg Russo, an author looking to reinvent himself after his divorce, who strikes a deal to become a guest lecturer at his daughter's college. And "The Comeback" returns for a third and final season, with Lisa Kudrow reprising her role as Valerie Cherish, an actress struggling to regain her former fame.

  • "DTF St. Louis" is streaming now on HBO Max.
  • "Rooster" will premiere on HBO Max on March 8, 2026.
  • "The Comeback" season 3 will debut on HBO Max on March 22, 2026.

The players

David Harbour

An American actor known for his roles in "Stranger Things" and "Hellboy".

Linda Cardellini

An American actress who has starred in shows like "Freaks and Geeks" and "ER".

Steve Carell

A renowned American actor and comedian, best known for his role in the U.S. version of "The Office".

Lisa Kudrow

An American actress and comedian, most famous for her role as Phoebe Buffay on the sitcom "Friends".

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The takeaway

HBO Max is delivering a diverse lineup of must-watch shows this March, from the dark comedy of "DTF St. Louis" to the return of the cult classic "The Comeback." These new and returning series showcase the platform's ability to attract top talent and provide compelling, genre-spanning content for subscribers.