With plenty of exciting shows set to premiere in 2022, including The Staircase and former Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat's adaptation of The Time Traveler's Wife, HBO is hoping to continue its trend of successful TV series. From popular series like Sex And The City to Euphoria to Game Of Thrones, HBO already has plenty of impressive series under its belt.
Now that the network has its own streaming platform, HBO Max, it is now easier than ever to catch up on the most popular shows. Helpfully, IMDb allows viewers to see which of HBO's shows are the most popular and highest rated so far.
10 Euphoria (2019) - 8.4
A show that concentrates specifically on the lives of high school students, Euphoria highlights the trials and tribulations of growing up in a town where everyone has crippling struggles. Between extreme drug use and excessively troubling home lives, the HBO show shines a spotlight on the battles many teens go through.
Though Euphoria is one of the most-streamed HBO shows in history, it is still on the lower end of IMDb scores. However, the show's relatable yet powerful commentary on common dangers modern teens face speaks volumes and has resonated with many over the course of its 2 seasons.
9 Big Little Lies (2017) - 8.5
Based on the best-selling novel by Liane Moriarty, Big Little Lies is a must-see for several reasons, the foremost being its all-star cast featuring Reese Witherspoon, Nicole Kidman, Meryl Streep, and more. The Emmy-winning show tells the story of a group of upper-class mothers that end up banding together in the face of secrets and murder.
Highlighting the competitive and cutthroat nature of the upper-class, the show puts a spin on the seemingly perfect lives of the rich and successful. For TV lovers looking for a show that encompasses mystery, crime, and girl power, this is the perfect series for them.
8 Westworld (2016) - 8.6
HBO's Westworld is full of iconic scenes featuring everyone's favorite stars right now. A popular show that dives into a uniquely trippy and calculated dream world, Westworld stars Evan Rachel Wood, Thandiwe Newton, Jeffrey Wright, Anthony Hopkins, and many more over the course of its three seasons.
The series takes place in a time that is both futuristic and vintage, making it difficult for fans to pinpoint what is coming next. The drama show is action-packed as well as mysterious, which is partly why the show has a devoted following, as there's no show out there like it.
7 Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) - 8.8
With the series still generating new episodes, it's safe to say that Larry David's Curb Your Enthusiasm is a successful HBO series. The comedy show constantly keeps it fresh with frequent new characters as well as creative and humorous plotlines.
It's clear that the show's success is due to David's comedic ability, which was already made clear when he created Seinfeld, another wildly popular comedy series and one of the best sitcoms of all time.
6 Succession (2018) - 8.8
Succession is a show about a family business empire that viewers cannot stop talking about. When the father in the show steps down from a giant entertainment company, the family finds their world crashing down while they are left to pick up the pieces.
With corporate business dramas on the rise in popularity in recent years, it's no surprise that Succession would quickly rise to the top, as it also juggles a unique yet complicated family dynamic.
5 The Sopranos (1999) - 9.2
For anyone who loves good mafia-centered television, this 21-time Emmy-winning series is for the perfect watch. The Sopranos touches on the mob-boss world, while Tony also struggles with his family life, leading him to seek counseling.
Though most would assume mob members to be confident and cutthroat leaders, the wildly successful series offers an alternative point-of-view, which fans applaud. Even 15 years since its finale, The Sopranos continues to be one of the most popular shows HBO has ever produced.
4 The Wire (2002) - 9.3
This thrilling crime series offers a unique perspective of the rising drug scene of Baltimore, from both the drug dealers' and law enforcement's points of view. The show is not only action-packed and full of drama, but it is typical of the early 2000s style of crime shows.
The Wire remains a top choice among HBO shows, largely due to the possibility that viewers crave simple, yet wild stories surrounding the everyday lives of those that live a more outlandish and exciting experience than the average person.
3 Game Of Thrones (2011) - 9.3
Between Game of Thrones' visually breathtaking scenes and intense, action-packed moments, the show remains one of HBO's most popular series to date. The adventure series lasted a good eight years, largely due to fan demand and society's obsession with fantasy worlds.
Though the show's dark content of gore and explicit material isn't for everyone, Game Of Thrones remains iconic for its twists, turns, violence, and vivid characters. There's no denying that the series is up there in popularity with impressive fantasy franchises like Lord Of The Rings.
2 Band Of Brothers (2001) - 9.4
This 10-part miniseries starring Scott Grimes and Damian Lewis documents the events that ensue when a group of army men takes on World War II together. Band Of Brothers is a historical war drama, which is a perfect pick for those who enjoy action-packed shows.
The Emmy-winning series not only offers a touching story about brotherhood but it details victory and loss on and off the battlefield. Based on Stephen E. Ambrose's novel of the same name, the show has developed quite the following over the years.
1 Chernobyl (2019) - 9.4
Though it was a limited mini-series, Chernobyl is still widely talked about. Covering the 1986 Chernobyl disaster, in which a reactor at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant exploded, the turmoil that ensues is enough to keep viewers intrigued.
Although the show is based on a real-life event that has been covered in history books and documentaries, the show provides a unique and intimate perspective on the effects of the devastating circumstances.
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