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Get Ready to Stream! Jesse Armstrong's 'Mountainhead' Set for Early Release on Max

2025-05-30

Author: Ken Lee

Exciting News for Fans of 'Succession' Creator!

Mark your calendars because Jesse Armstrong’s much-anticipated HBO film, 'Mountainhead', is hitting screens way earlier than expected! This follow-up to the award-winning series 'Succession' is now set to premiere on Max starting at 12:01 a.m. PT/3:01 a.m. ET, on May 31, beating its original schedule of 8 p.m. ET/PT.

A High-Stakes Story Unfolds

But what’s 'Mountainhead' all about? Picture this: a group of billionaire friends uniting as a global crisis looms. The tension and drama are bound to be as gripping as the best moments from 'Succession'!

Star-Studded Cast Ready to Dazzle

The film features an impressive cast including comedy titan Steve Carell, the talented Jason Schwartzman, Cory Michael Smith, and Ramy Youssef. Rounding out the ensemble are Hadley Robinson, Andy Daly, Ali Kinkade, Daniel Oreskes, David Thompson, Amie MacKenzie, and Ava Kostia—all set to deliver unforgettable performances.

Behind the Scenes: Armstrong’s Vision

Not only does Armstrong write and direct 'Mountainhead', but he also leads a powerhouse team of executive producers, including Frank Rich, Lucy Prebble, Jon Brown, Tony Roche, Will Tracy, Mark Mylod, and Jill Footlick. With such talent involved, viewers can expect nothing short of cinematic brilliance.

Don’t Miss It!

Be sure to catch 'Mountainhead' first on Max before its TV debut! This film promises to be a thrilling ride, and with Armstrong at the helm, you won’t want to miss it.