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The best foreign-language movies and shows on HBO Max right now

Right now the best foreign-language films and series on HBO Max in the United States are True Beauty (2020), Seven Samurai (1954) and Veneno (2020). This is the top 30 streaming there today, ranked by how well rated each one is, how many people have rated it, and what people are watching now.

Updated November 12, 2026 · streaming in the United States

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  1. 1. True Beauty2020

    Series · 1 seasonComedy, Drama★ 8.3

    After being bullied and discriminated because of her ugly looks, a high school girl transforms herself into a gorgeous "goddess" and quickly rises to fame after mastering the art of makeup via online tutorial videos.

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  2. 3. Veneno2020

    Series · 1 seasonDrama★ 8.4

    Adored for her charisma and her free, explicit and fun way of expressing herself, La Veneno gained popularity thanks to her television appearances in the 90s. However, her life and especially her death remain an enigma.

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  3. 21. Gomorrah2014

    Series · 5 seasonsCrime, Drama★ 8.0

    Based on Robert Saviano's bestselling book, this gritty Italian crime drama paints a portrait of the brutal Neapolitan crime organisation the Camorra, as seen through the eyes of Ciro Di Marzo, the obedient and self- confident right-hand…

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  4. 24. Chespirito: Not Really on Purpose2025

    Series · 1 seasonDrama, Comedy★ 8.0

    Miniseries that follow the life and career of Mexican actor, comedian and producer Roberto Gómez Bolaños, known for being the creator of El Chavo del 8, El Chapulín Colorado and Chespirito.

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  5. 25. Villainous2017

    Series · 2 seasonsAnimation★ 8.6

    Follow the misadventures of the Black Hat Org. with evil handyman Black Hat and his less evil aides Dr. Flugslys, Demencia, 5.0.5, Cam Bot, and Penumbra.

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  7. 26. Like Water for Chocolate2024

    Series · 2 seasonsDrama★ 8.2

    Tita de la Garza and Pedro Muzquiz are two souls in love who cannot be together due to deep-rooted family customs, which will force Tita to navigate with magical tints and flavors between the destiny dictated by her family and the fight…

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  8. 27. My Brilliant Friend2018

    Series · 4 seasonsDrama★ 8.1

    When the most important friend in her life seems to have disappeared without a trace, Elena Greco, a now-elderly woman immersed in a house full of books, turns on her computer and starts writing the story of their friendship.

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  9. 28. The Young Pope2016

    Series · 1 seasonDrama★ 7.7

    Lenny Belardo, the youngest and first American Pope in the history of the Church, must establish his new papacy and navigate the power struggles of the closed, secretive Vatican.

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  10. 29. Vgly2023

    Series · 2 seasonsComedy, Drama★ 8.3

    Though stuck at the bottom of the social ladder with no money or contacts, aspiring artist Vgly and his crew strive to break into the music business.

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  11. 30. 30 Coins2020

    Series · 2 seasonsCrime, Mystery, Drama★ 7.3

    Father Vergara—an exorcist, boxer and ex-convict—lives in a remote village in Spain. Hoping to be lost and forgotten, Vergara’s demons catch up to him.

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Questions

What are the best foreign-language films and series on HBO Max right now?
In the United States, as of November 12, 2026: True Beauty (2020), rated 8.3 out of 10 on TMDB, then Seven Samurai and Veneno.
How is this list made?
Watchwalla asks TMDB for everything of this kind that streams in your country today, ranks it by rating (pulled toward the middle until enough people have rated a title), with a nudge for what's new and what people are watching now, and refreshes the list every day. Streaming availability comes from JustWatch, through TMDB.
Can it pick something for me?
Yes. The picker at watchwalla.com/tonight asks who's watching, how much time you have and what you're in the mood for, and gives three picks streaming where you are. Sign in and every title also gets a match score for your own taste.

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