10 Hidden HBO Gems to Binge Right Now

We all know HBO as the powerhouse that gave us The Sopranos, Game of Thrones, and most recently the game adaptation The Last of Us. However, many good series remain hidden due to the major success of giants like these.

That's why today we want to solve this problem by introducing you to the top 10 HBO shows that no one really talks about. While these series may not have the massive marketing budgets of House of the Dragon, they are just as impressive.

‘Mare of Easttown’ (2021)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Mare of Easttown has 95% from critics and 94% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Mare of Easttown is rated 8.4/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Actually smart murder mystery; Kate Winslet being brilliant in a dramatic role; 10/10 eerie small-town vibes.

Mare of Easttown follows Detective Mare Sheehan (Winslet) as she investigates the murder of a teenage girl while dealing with her chaotic personal life. The series brings small-town America to life, exposing its complicated nature and dark secrets.

‘Generation Kill’ (2008)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Generation Kill has 86% from critics and 92% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Generation Kill is rated 8.4/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Real look at the early days of the Iraq War; exceptional attention to military details; dark humor.

Generation Kill is based on a Rolling Stone reporter's experiences with Marines during the Iraq invasion. It shows the military machine through the eyes of the guys on the ground. There are no Hollywood fantasies here, only real stories about real people in extreme situations.

‘The Leftovers’ (2014-2017)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, The Leftovers has 91% from critics and 90% from the audience.
• On IMDb, The Leftovers is rated 8.3/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Deep exploration of grief and faith; absolutely wild plot twists that somehow work perfectly.

The Leftovers is set in a world where 2% of the global population has suddenly vanished without explanation. Rather than focusing on the mystery, the show examines how people cope with inexplicable loss. It's equally as emotional as it is strange.

‘Perry Mason’ (2020-2023)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Perry Mason has 80% from critics and 76% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Perry Mason is rated 7.6/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Dark 1930s noir atmosphere; Matthew Rhys's performance; complex courtroom drama with surprising twists.

Perry Mason follows the legendary lawyer before he became famous. We meet him here as a down-on-his-luck private investigator in a corrupt city full of false promises.

‘Hacks’ (2021-present)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Hacks has 98% from critics and 84% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Hacks is rated 8.2/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder's perfect comedic chemistry; sharp writing; inside look at a comedy world.

Hacks follows Deborah Vance, a comedian struggling to remain relevant in Las Vegas. When she's forced to work with a young writer, sparks fly (and not always in a good way).

‘The Deuce’ (2017-2019)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, The Deuce has 93% from critics and 86% from the audience.
• On IMDb, The Deuce is rated 8.1/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? James Franco playing twins; incredible examination of the adult entertainment industry's evolution.

The Deuce follows the rise of the adult film industry in 1970s New York City. Through the eyes of twin brothers Vincent and Frankie Martino (both played by Franco), the show explores how Times Square became the center of this business.

‘Search Party’ (2016-2022)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Search Party has 96% from critics and 74% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Search Party is rated 7.6/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Clever dark satire; a story that starts as mystery and ends up somewhere completely different.

Search Party constantly reinvents itself. It follows Dory and her friends as they look into the disappearance of a college. Each season brings a new genre-bending twist that works perfectly.

‘Vice Principals’ (2016-2017)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Vice Principals has 83% from critics and 86% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Vice Principals is rated 8.0/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Danny McBride and Walton Goggins bringing their A-game comedy; surprisingly deep character development for a comedy.

McBride and Goggins play rivals competing for the top job, and their war is both hilarious and horrifying. Who will win? And is there really such a thing as a ‘winner’? Watch Vice Principals to find out.

‘Station Eleven’ (2021-2022)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Station Eleven has 98% from critics and 75% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Station Eleven is rated 7.6/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? A beautiful post-apocalyptic drama; surprisingly uplifting.

If you're missing The Last of Us, Station Eleven is right up your alley. Unlike other post-apocalyptic shows, however, it explores how art and connection can help you survive even the end of the world.

‘Somebody Somewhere’ (2022-2024)

• On Rotten Tomatoes, Somebody Somewhere has 100% from critics and 94% from the audience.
• On IMDb, Somebody Somewhere is rated 8.2/10.

Why does it deserve a watch? Bridget Everett being amazing; small-town story that feels real; perfect mix of comedy and drama.

The show follows Sam (Everett), who is stuck in her small Kansas hometown. She is dealing with loss and trying to find her place. If you need a friend, just watch Somebody Somewhere.