2025 Thriller Streaming on HBO Max is a 10/10, But Only If You Go in Blind

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If you’re an HBO Max subscriber seeking a gripping thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, I highly recommend giving Companion a watch while it’s still available on the platform. However, to fully appreciate the twisty plot and surprise elements, it’s best to approach it without any prior knowledge – so steer clear of trailers if you can. Released earlier this year, Companion has garnered widespread critical acclaim with a remarkable 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an impressive 89% audience score. So, grab some popcorn and stream it now on HBO Max!

The film titled “Companion,” helmed by Drew Hancock and featuring Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, debuted in cinemas on January 31, earning a box office total of $36.7 million with a production budget of $10 million. It’s one of the top-rated new movie releases of 2025 so far, and it’s even more enjoyable if you go in with minimal prior knowledge. I wholeheartedly recommend those who haven’t seen it yet to find it immediately on HBO Max, particularly for those unaware of its plot details. The remainder of this article will delve into the aspects that were compromised by marketing, but it won’t reveal any actual spoilers about “Companion.

Essentially, the storyline of “Companion” revolves around a firm manufacturing sophisticated robots designed to fulfill their human owners’ desires. The initial part of “Companion” explores the bond between characters Iris (played by Sophie Thatcher) and Josh (Jack Quaid), focusing on their mutual affection and Iris’s self-doubt concerning her friends’ opinions about her. As the story unfolds, it is eventually disclosed that Iris is a robot, which would have added an element of surprise and unpredictability to the rest of the movie if not for the spoilers in the trailers.

You Should Watch Companion Without Looking Anything Up

Trailers for movies have often displayed too much content over time, and while it might be justified that Companion needed to disclose this specific detail for marketing purposes, it’s unfortunate that it spoiled the experience for many viewers. Despite the initial twist being revealed, the remainder of Companion continues to be thrilling, combining elements of horror, comedy, and science fiction in a highly entertaining manner. Viewers who enter the movie unaware that Iris is a robot might appreciate the film even more.

To steer clear of spoilers and maintain the element of surprise, I usually strive to skip movie trailers when I can. I often show up late for movies to dodge the majority of them, but unfortunately, I still get exposed to a few. Regarding future films, I’m genuinely excited about “Weapons,” which hits screens on August 8 and is produced by one of the producers from “Companion.” The director, Zach Cregger, who made “Barbarian,” is also involved in this project.

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2025-07-28 22:33