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Neighbors (Feb. 13): This explosive series explores the chaotic and complicated disputes of neighbors… and the extreme lengths they’ll go to defend what’s theirs.

I Love LA (Nov. 2): Created by and starring Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby), this comedy series follows a codependent friend group navigating life and love in Los Angeles. With aspirations of becoming a talent manager, Maia (Sennott) is stalled out as an assistant while living with her wholesome teacher boyfriend Dylan (Josh Hutcherson). But when her long-time best friend and frenzied influencer Tallulah (Odessa A’zion) returns, the group – including sardonic stylist Charlie (Jordan Firstman) and woo-woo nepo baby Alani (True Whitaker) – must confront the existential complexities of their late 20s. A chaotic meditation on following your dreams no matter the cost, I Love LA lifts the veil on clout-chasing, digital skirmishes, and the relentless realities of “coming-of-age.”

Caleb Hearon: Model Comedian (Sept. 19): In his debut stand-up special, actor, comedian, writer, and podcaster Caleb Hearon (The Devil Wears Prada 2, HBO Max’s Sweethearts) takes us back to his roots in Kansas City… where it all started. Newly 30, Hearon deploys his generational Midwestern wisdom to solve most of the world’s problems: politics, internet trolls, learning we’re not that different from our parents, and more. Filmed at Constellation in Chicago, Caleb Hearon: Model Comedian showcases Hearon’s ability to unpack life’s most absurd contradictions with his signature charm and razor-sharp wit.

Fantasmas (June 7)
#101 “Cookies and Spaghetti”
LONG: While ignoring his landlord’s urgent letters, Julio obtains a gold oyster earring… then promptly loses it at the club. Later, Julio explains his sensitivity to shapes, colors, numbers, and the alphabet to his fellow rideshare passengers.
SHORT: Julio’s precariously balanced life is disrupted when he obtains a gold oyster earring… and promptly loses it.

#102 “Valued Customers”
LONG: While his “agent” Vanesja and robot assistant Bibo insist he obtain proof of existence for a new apartment, Julio fixates on finding the oyster to prove that his “mole” has grown. He starts his search with Skyler, an influencer desperate to stay relevant.
SHORT: While avoiding his housing debacle, Julio grows convinced that his lost oyster is the only way to prove his “mole” has grown.

#103 “Toilets”
LONG: After learning of a program that would free his mind from his body, Julio gets a lead on the lost oyster from a bartender, who takes him to the former site of the first gay hamster club, and later, a middle school. Premieres June 21.
SHORT: After learning how to free his mind from his body, Julio doubles down on his search for the oyster, leading him to strange new locales.

#104 “Looking4Twinks2S**k”
LONG: When Julio repeatedly refuses to participate in a credit card commercial, Vanesja finds him a new opportunity in a superhero movie. In preparation, he goes to a jump rope class and employs a peculiar new social media manager named Pirulinpinpina.
SHORT: After refusing to participate in a credit card commercial, Julio reluctantly accepts a new opportunity in a superhero franchise.

#105 “The Little Ones”
LONG: As Julio searches for a loophole to avoid getting a proof of existence, Vanesja contemplates her purpose after run-ins with a successful but depressed client and former professor. While pursuing a new passion, Bibo gets some unexpected advice.
SHORT: Julio learns of a way to avoid getting proof of existence. Vanesja reflects on her life’s purpose. Bibo pursues a new passion.

#106 “The Void”
LONG: Still in search of the lost oyster, Julio half-heartedly strikes a deal to create a project for a corporation. But when Vanesja gets a surprising call about Julio’s rejected work, an exciting new opportunity emerges.
SHORT: As Julio strikes a deal with a corporation, a goldfish and her assistant offer their services to find the lost oyster.

*Scent of Time (为有暗香来) (Nov. 3): A young woman’s plan to marry the heir to a Chinese incense empire leads to her family’s ruin … until she gets a second chance to right her wrongs.

The Idol (June 4): Pop superstar Jocelyn enters a relationship with enigmatic nightclub impresario Tedros, who harbors his own secrets.

Atsuko Okatsuka: The Intruder (Dec. 10): In her first HBO special, comedian Atsuko Okatsuka reveals how her unconventional upbringing perfectly prepared her for a repeated household intruder.

*Rap Sh!t (July 21): In this all-new comedy series from executive producer Issa Rae, estranged high school friends Shawna and Mia reunite to form a rap group.