HBO Max has generated excitement among fans with the release of a new teaser showcasing first-look footage from several of its highly anticipated 2026 television projects. Among the featured titles are the much-anticipated Season 3 of “Euphoria,” Season 3 of “House of the Dragon,” the upcoming series “Lanterns,” and an untitled sketch comedy series by Larry David.
The teaser opens with a striking introduction by Corlys Velaryon, played by Steve Toussaint, who compellingly states, “You must decide what you want.” The dramatic tone continues with Alicent Hightower, portrayed by Olivia Cooke, foretelling the severity of Rhaenyra’s choices: “Rhaenyra will do what she has to do. And what she has to do will be dire.”
Switching to “Euphoria,” fans catch glimpses of Zendaya’s character, Rue Bennett, who is seen dancing joyfully with friends at a party before transitioning to a more somber moment alone in a church. “There’s no turning back,” she declares, hinting at her turbulent journey. The teaser unfolds to depict Rue sprinting down a street, seemingly in distress, while reflecting on her post-high school life: “A few years after high school, I don’t know if life was exactly what I wished.” The montage further showcases familiar faces from the series, including Lexi (Maude Apatow), Maddy (Alexa Demie), Nate (Jacob Elordi), Cassie, and Jules (Hunter Schafer), revealing snippets of their lives and interactions.
In a thrilling scene from “Lanterns,” Hal Jordan, portrayed by Kyle Chandler, tells his companion John Stewart, played by Aaron Pierre, “I trained my entire life for this.” Their dynamic is captured as Hal discusses readiness in the context of wielding a powerful ring. The tension builds as he leaps from the driver’s seat of their car, which hurtles off a cliff with John still inside.
Larry David’s untitled sketch comedy series adds a comedic twist to the lineup, featuring David alongside Jerry Seinfeld in 18th-century attire. “I got a really good feeling about this!” David exclaims, suggesting an amusing take on historical contexts.
The teaser also provides glimpses into new seasons and shows such as Lisa Kudrow’s “The Comeback” Season 3, Richard Gadd’s “Half Man,” and “Dune: Prophecy” Season 2. Moreover, previously released footage from popular series like “The Pitt” Season 2, “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,” and “Industry” rounds out the exciting preview of what’s to come for HBO Max viewers.
Fans are encouraged to check out the teaser for an early glimpse of the future of HBO Max programming.
