The next installment in the Mad Max franchise has finally hit theaters in the United States and the United Kingdom. Before diving into the high-octane story of Furiosa, learn more about George Miller’s deadly post-apocalyptic universe, which revolves around ex-cop Max Rockatansky.
Mad Max, which debuted in 1979, has always been a dark, violent movie with a mythological aura and a healthy dose of fun. The image of civilization being destroyed by an oil crisis, followed by a nuclear war and battles for water is both dramatic and terrifying.
The Mad Max universe’s concept of post-nuclear wastelands and odd characters has an undeniable impact on popular culture. It influenced, for example, the developers of the Fallout games, which were recently adapted into a Fallout series on Prime Video.
Find out when to watch each Mad Max film and what to expect.
What are the Mad Max movies?
Mad Max (1979)
The film, set in 1985, depicts events preceding the nuclear conflict. After the Gulf War, the globe is experiencing a gasoline crisis. There are still stores and police (Max, played by Mel Gibson, is a young cop), but gasoline is running low, and armed gangs emerge. The picture does not yet contain the scorching wastelands; instead, the action takes place on the Australian shore, which is covered in grass and trees.
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)
The film, set in 1985, depicts events preceding the nuclear conflict. After the Gulf War, the globe is experiencing a gasoline crisis. There are still stores and police (Max, played by Mel Gibson, is a young cop), but gasoline is running low, and armed gangs emerge. The picture does not yet contain the scorching wastelands; instead, the action takes place on the Australian shore, which is covered in grass and trees.
Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985)
The third installment of Max’s adventures takes place 15 years after The Road Warrior, around 2003, although according to another theory, even later. Some time has passed since the nuclear war, and the survivors are working to restore civilization. Max winds up in Bartertown, where the Aunty Entity, played by Tina Turner, wields absolute power.
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
The film kicks off a “new” series about Max, with Tom Hardy playing the hero. It is also the first film to feature Furiosa. The radioactive summer and fragmentary memories of civilization indicate that decades have gone since the apocalypse. Thus, the action could take place around 2050. On the other hand, Max appears to be between 30 and 40 years old, implying that the action may take place in the first decade of the twenty-first century.
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)
Set decades before Fury Road, the film follows the female warrior introduced in the 2015 blockbuster. Young Furiosa, played by Anya Taylor-Joy, seeks vengeance on Warlord Dementus, who kidnapped her as a child, and teams up with odd friends.
The film is currently available exclusively in cinemas.
Where to stream Mad Max movies in the US
Warner Bros. controls the Mad Max franchise, therefore in the United States, you can see all of the Max films (except Furiosa).
An ad-supported bundle costs $9.99 per month / $99.99 per year, whilst an ad-free tier costs $15.99 per month / $149.99 annually.
The original film is also available on Peacock. The base plan with advertisements runs $5.99 per month. You can also upgrade to the ad-free version for $11.99/month.
Where to rent or buy Mad Max movies in the US?
You can also buy or rent four Mad Max movies from:
Where to stream the movies in the UK
Mad Max: Fury Road is available for streaming on Now in the United Kingdom, as well as on Sky Cinema if it is part of your TV subscription. However, that is the only film available through streaming services.
If you wish to watch more about the movies, you can utilize a VPN. This allows you to overcome geoblocking and visit international websites, such as Max. We propose NordVPN, which is one of the most dependable apps of its sort.
Where to buy or rent Mad Max movies in the UK?
You can also rent or buy all the films from the series (except for Furiosa) from:
