The Best Classic Movies Streaming on Max (2024)

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With so many streaming platforms and so many films, it’s hard to keep track of what to watch, let alone where to watch it! That’s why we here at ReMIND are keeping track for you. Max (formerly known, and for some forever known, as HBO) is probably best-known these days for being the home to several uber-successful TV shows, such as Game of Thrones, The Wire, and the Emmy-winning Succession (or my personal favorite, Chernobyl)but it also has a backlog of many classic films from just about every decade. Here, we just focus on the years prior to 2004 a year that was TWO DECADES ago, if you can believe it and round up some of the best classic films you can find on this platform.

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A widowed British schoolteacher arrives in Siam to educate the King’s many children, only to find herself clashing with the traditional monarch in this Oscar-nominated historical drama starring Jodie Foster. Stream it now.

Batman

1989

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In this 1989 Tim Burton version of the classic caped superhero, the Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes the clownishly homicidal Joker. Stars Jack Nicholson, Michael Keaton and Kim Basinger. Stream it now.

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A cynical expatriate American cafe owner struggles to decide whether or not to help his former lover and her fugitive husband escape the Nazis in French Morocco. Starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman, this is considered one of the best films of all time and won three Oscars. Stream it now.

Fargo

1996

In a plot to collect ransom from his wealthy father-in-law, an overextended car salesman in Minneapolis hires two goons to kidnap his wife in this classic Coen brothers tale. Stream it now.

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An amoral gunman works both sides of a divided town in this 1964 western starring the king of westerns, Clint Eastwood. All three films in this series are available on Max. Stream it now.

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Martin Scorsese directs this Oscar-nominated and highly acclaimed story set in 1860s New York, in which a young Irish immigrant vows vengeance on the gangster who killed his father. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Daniel Day-Lewis in what was probably his greatest performance. Stream it now.

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Based on the Elmore Leonardnovel, a Miami loan shark teams with Hollywood producer who specializes in cheesy horror films. Stars John Travolta, Gene Hackman and Danny DeVito. Stream it now.

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Through the tragic history of the South, a Civil War rogue loves a petulant Southern belle in this Oscar-winning adaptation of the Margaret Mitchell novel starring Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh. Stream it now.

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Matt Damon in his debut and Robin Williams in an Oscar-winning performance star as Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T. with a gift for mathematics and a lot of childhood trauma to work through and a psychologist who helps him to find direction in his life. Damon and Ben Affleck also won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for this film, and it launched both their careers. The film also stars Casey Affleck and Stellan Skarsgård, father to future True Blood star Alexander Skarsgård (among many other Skarsgårds working in Hollywood.) Stream it now.

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When an unconfident young woman is cursed with an old body by a spiteful witch, her only chance of breaking the spell lies with a self-indulgent yet insecure young wizard in a legged, walking castle. This 2004 Miyazaki classic is one of many fantastical Miyazaki films available on Max for some family-friendly watching, including My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service and Spirited Away. Stream it now.

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Follows an alcoholic screenwriter (Nicolas Cage) as he drinks himself into oblivion in Las Vegas while finding solace with a beautiful prostitute. Stream it now.

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A meek Hobbit from the Shire and eight companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth from the Dark Lord Sauron. All three films in this epic fantasy series are on Max. Stream it now.

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A lonely, aging movie star and a conflicted newlywed in Tokyo (Bill Murray and Scarlett Johansson) develop an unusual friendship in this highly acclaimed debut film by Francis Ford Coppola’s daughter Sofia Coppola, who won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Stream it now.

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An art history professor challenges her students at the prestigious all-female Wellesley College in 1953. Stars Julia Roberts, Kirsten Dunst, Julia Stiles and Maggie Gyllenhaal. Stream it now.

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Two witch sisters (Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman), after trying to avoid the family curse of being unlucky in love, confront their past and face challenges involving an abusive ex-lover and the town’s suspicions about their magical abilities. Stream it now.

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The interwoven stories of two hit men, a boxer, a fixer, a crime boss, his wife, and a nervous pair of armed robbers is probably one of the best (if not the best) film on this platform. Starring John Travolta, Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson and Bruce Willis and directed by Quentin Tarantino — this crime thriller is not one to miss. Stream it now.

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This highly acclaimed fantasy drama follows a disillusioned Swedish knight (Max Von Sydow) who returns home from the Crusades to find his country in the grips of the Black Death and challenges Death to a chess match for his life. Stream it now.

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A grieving widower (Tom Hanks) captures the heart of a recently engaged newswoman (Meg Ryan) in this beloved rom-com by Nora Ephron. Stream it now.

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Six diminutive thieves whisk away a British schoolboy on an adventure-filled trip through time. Watch it before August, when a modern retelling of the story will premiere on Apple TV+! Stream it now.

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When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. This family-friendly classic starring Judy Garland took home two Academy Awards including Best Original Score and Best Original Song (“Somewhere Over the Rainbow”). Stream it now.

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The Best Classic Movies Streaming on Max (2024)

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Does Max have classic movies? ›

Max (formerly known, and for some forever known, as HBO) is probably best-known these days for being the home to several uber-successful TV shows, such as Game of Thrones, The Wire, and the Emmy-winning Succession (or my personal favorite, Chernobyl) — but it also has a backlog of many classic films from just about ...

What is the number 1 classic movie? ›

1. Citizen Kane (1941)

What's good on Max right now? ›

The 50 best shows on Max right now
  • 01 of 50. Abbott Elementary (2021–present) ...
  • 02 of 50. Awkwafina Is Nora From Queens (2020–present) ...
  • 03 of 50. Barry (2018–2023) ...
  • 04 of 50. Batman: The Animated Series (1992–1995) ...
  • 05 of 50. Big Little Lies (2017–2019) ...
  • 06 of 50. Boardwalk Empire (2010–2014) ...
  • 07 of 50. Chernobyl (2019) ...
  • 08 of 50.
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Which streaming service has the most classic movies? ›

Best Streaming Platforms to Watch Old Movies
  • Turner Classic Movies. Among the most famous and long-running channels devoted to showing the best of old Hollywood is Turner Classic Movies or TCM. ...
  • Criterion Channel. ...
  • Fandor. ...
  • Kanopy.

Where can I watch classic films? ›

Classic Films - BBC iPlayer.

Does Prime have old classic movies? ›

There are plenty of nostalgic titles on the streamer, from brassy musicals to tense Westerns. Tired of FX-heavy blockbusters? You can travel back to a simpler film era via Amazon Prime's extensive library of classic movies.

What is the best old movie to watch? ›

The 100 Best Classic Movies of All Time
  • The Dirty Dozen. 19672h 30mApproved. ...
  • Bonnie and Clyde. 19671h 51mR. ...
  • Mary Poppins. 19642h 19mG. ...
  • Cape Fear. 19621h 46mApproved. ...
  • High and Low. 19632h 23mNot Rated. ...
  • Spartacus. 19603h 17mPG-13. ...
  • Rio Bravo. 19592h 21mApproved. 8.0 (69K) Rate. ...
  • Eyes Without a Face. 19601h 30mApproved. 7.6 (36K) Rate.

What is arguably the best movie of all time? ›

The 11 arguably best movies of all time
  1. 2001: A Space Odyssey. 19682h 29mG. 8.3 (729K) Rate. ...
  2. The Fountain. 20061h 37mPG-13. 7.2 (250K) Rate. ...
  3. Fight Club. 19992h 19mR. ...
  4. Baraka. 19921h 36mNot Rated. ...
  5. Apocalypse Now. 19792h 27mR. ...
  6. Terminator 2: Judgment Day. 19912h 17mR. ...
  7. Casablanca. 19421h 42mPG. ...
  8. Requiem for a Dream. 20001h 42mNC-17.

What is the #1 movie of all time? ›

Although the nominal earnings chart is dominated by films adapted from pre-existing properties and sequels, it is headed by Avatar, which is an original work.

Does Max have good movies? ›

The hits never stop coming on Max — that's the whole point of that name, after all. But, seriously, it's not just rhetoric. Max has an outrageous amount of content, and every new month also brings with it some outstanding new movies, even in the midst of the summer streaming doldrums.

Does Max have new movies? ›

We like to keep things fresh, so we're always adding hit movies, new series, and the latest seasons to our library. Check out the full list of our latest updates. Plans start at $9.99/month.

What is streaming on Max? ›

Family Time
  • My Adventures with Superman.
  • Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!
  • Batman: The Animated Series.
  • Ed, Edd n Eddy.
  • The Smurfs (HBO)
  • Sesame Street.
  • Craig of the Creek.
  • Total Drama Island.

Does HBO Max have old classic movies? ›

A lot of major streaming services don't really have a deep library of older films. That's definitely not the case for HBO Max. Indeed, there are plenty of older and truly classic movies on HBO Max to stream and binge-watch.

Is there an app for old classic movies? ›

Watch thousands of Classic Movies and TV shows recommended just for you. From classic horror to timeless dramas to cartoons and family-friendly entertainment for the kids, Classix has something for everyone! Sign up for Classix+ and get access to all Movies & TV Shows and access to all 5 Classix Live TV Channels.

What channel has all the old movies? ›

TCM (Turner Classic Movies) is the go-to channel for the best movies of yesteryear, going all the way back to the 1920s.

Does Max still have TCM? ›

Max includes: HBO series and movies, Max Originals, and select series and movies from Warner Bros., DC, Cartoon Network, Wizarding World, Adult Swim, HGTV, the Food Network, TLC, ID, Magnolia Network, Discovery, TCM, and more.

Does HBO Max have original movies? ›

Original Shows & Movies

Check out all of our original series, movies, documentaries, and specials. Plans start at $9.99/month.

Does HBO Max have classic TV shows? ›

It may not have the shine it once did, but Max (previously HBO Max) is still home to some of the best TV shows of the past 25 years, from The Sopranos and The Wire to Game of Thrones and The Leftovers.

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