There is no doubt that Max is the best streaming service Some of the best HBO shows of all time, such as "The Sopranos," "Succession," and "Game of Thrones," are in the TV Hall of Fame

But with so many blockbuster shows on offer, it is inevitable that hidden classics will be buried So we've scoured Max's library to bring you the most underrated shows you (probably) haven't seen yet This includes animated series, award-winning dramas, bingeable miniseries, etc

Let's quickly move on to the best Max TV shows that you may have missed when they were first released, but are definitely worth watching

It takes me quite a while to get excited about a sci-fi show, but after seeing the trailer for "Scavengers Reign," I have never added it to my watch list so quickly When the interstellar freighter Demeter 227 is severely damaged, the survivors take refuge on a beautiful alien planet known as Vesta

Rather than relying on a handful of alien creatures, "Scavengers: You Wade the River of Rage" builds an entire ecosystem for the survivors to navigate Some creatures are obvious predators, attacking with bared fangs and claws, while others are less obvious in their dangerous machinations, preferring to lure their victims before attacking Others are useful to survivors, such as bioluminescent creatures that serve as flashlights or flying creatures that serve as gas masks Part of the fun of the show is seeing how the characters can use the flora and fauna of other worlds as they struggle to survive until they can be rescued

Season 1 (12 episodes) Genre Adventure / Drama / Science fiction / Animation Rotten Tomatoes Score: 100 Watch Now on Max

"Sum One Sum Here" is one of the few TV series to receive a 100% rating in both of its first two seasons on Rotten Tomatoes This captivating story by comedian Bridget Everett seamlessly blends heartwarming moments, humor, and introspection in an unforgettable tale of finding joy and purpose in the shadow of loss

Everett plays Sam, a woman in her forties who returns to her Kansas hometown after the death of her sister As she struggles with a mid-life crisis in the wake of her loss, it soon becomes clear that her lively and outspoken personality does not fit the mold of a small Midwestern town In the midst of her grief, she reconnects with a high school classmate (Jeff Hiller) who convinces her to join the local choir By embracing her passion for music, Sam discovers a new sense of self-acceptance and belonging through her performances, freeing her from self-imposed constraints

Although seemingly a somber piece, "Sam Buddy Samhere" allows the themes of connection and renewal to shine through by delving into the nuances of grief and how it shapes one's identity

Genre Comedy/Drama Season: 2 (14 episodes) Rotten Tomatoes Score: 100 Watch Now on Max

What would happen if 2% of the world's population disappeared into thin air? That's the premise of The Leftovers, one of the most underrated TV shows of the past decade

Instead of succumbing to the typical tropes of post-apocalyptic drama, "The Leftovers" offers a fresh departure, diving into a complex web of social and political repercussions when supernatural events divide the world into distinct "before" and "after" periods It is undoubtedly a familiar story for TMs who have lived through this unprecedented period

The series is grim and bleak, sometimes painful to watch, but it is also a heartfelt exploration of humanity, relationships, and the resilience it takes to overcome grief Justin Theroux and Amy Brenneman also give career-defining performances as Police Chief Kevin Garvey and his wife Laurie, respectively

Genre Drama/Fantasy, Science Fiction Season 3 (28 episodes) Rotten Tomatoes Score: 91 Watch Now on Max

Comedies can be hit or miss depending on your sense of humor, but "Other Two" delivers some of the most cleverly written and routinely funny performances in recent memory, from veteran SNL screenwriters Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider, and featuring a 13-year-old brother Chase Dreams (Case Walker) becomes an internet icon overnight, and the story follows the fallen millennial siblings as they try to figure out what happened

The show centers on the older Dubeck siblings--struggling actor Callie (Drew Tarver) and former professional dancer Brooke (Helaine York)--as they embark on a series of misadventures in their unwavering quest to find success and carve out a sense of purpose In a scathing dig at the entertainment industry, "The Other Two" sheds light on the well-meaning people caught up in Hollywood's predicament and the complex family dynamics that exist there

Balancing humor, warmth, and relatable human experience, the series offers a refreshing and exciting take on both the world of entertainment and complex family relationships

Season 3 (30 episodes) Genre Comedy Rotten Tomatoes Score: 97 Before helming Ellie and Joel's television debut in The Last of Us, Craig Mazin gained experience at Max as executive producer of Chernobyl, which depicts the aftermath of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear power plant accident and the radioactive fallout that has left lives It documents the harrowing experiences of those whose lives were irrevocably changed by the fallout

At the center of the story are two real-life figures behind the decontamination effort: Valery Regasov (Jared Harris) is a nuclear physicist brought in to deal with the unfolding nightmare, and Boris Shalbina (Stellan Skarsgård) is a politician Together, they navigate a situation tainted by negligence and political grandstanding, digging up the harsh realities beneath the surface while confronting the indifference of authorities who continue to sacrifice lives without a full picture of the catastrophe

It is no mean feat to build dramatic tension and explain nuclear physics in a way that is understandable to an audience that has probably not thought about atoms since high school science class Yet "Chernobyl" deftly manages to do this in a haunting story that will not soon be forgotten

Season 1 (5 episodes) Genre: Historical drama Rotten Tomatoes Score: 95 Watch Now on Max