Viu users in the Philippines can now stream the first episodes of select HBO Max series before deciding whether to subscribe to the bundled service.
Still deciding whether HBO Max is worth the subscription? Viu is giving viewers a chance to find out.
The streaming platform has started offering free first-episode previews of select HBO Max originals in the Philippines, allowing users to sample some of the service’s biggest titles before continuing the rest of each series through the HBO Max & Viu Bundle.
Among the shows available to preview are Euphoria, Game of Thrones, SuccessionThe Penguin, And Just Like That…, and The Pitt—giving audiences a taste of HBO Max’s acclaimed lineup without immediately committing to a subscription.
Those who decide to continue watching can subscribe to the bundle, which combines HBO Max’s Standard Plan with Viu Premium. The package includes access to HBO Originals alongside Viu’s library of Korean and Chinese dramas, movies, variety shows, Viu Originals, and other Asian content.
According to Viu, the bundled subscription costs less than paying for both services separately and supports multiple payment methods, including credit cards and e-wallets.
The move reflects a growing strategy among streaming platforms to offer free previews and bundled subscriptions, making it easier for viewers to explore new content before deciding to pay for full access.
