Marc Maron is back with a brand-new comedy special, and it’s already being hailed as some of his best work yet. Titled Marc Maron: Panicked, the special premieres Friday, August 1, on HBO and HBO Max, marking Maron’s second HBO special and one of the most anticipated stand-up debuts of the year.
Whether you’re a cord-cutter or have a traditional cable subscription, here’s how you can stream the Panicked special live or on demand — and find the best HBO Max subscription deals right now.
📺 When & Where to Watch Marc Maron: Panicked
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Premiere Date: Friday, August 1
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Time: 8 p.m. PT/ET
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Channels: HBO (cable) and HBO Max (streaming)
💡 How to Watch Marc Maron: Panicked With Cable
If you’re a cable TV subscriber, you can watch the special:
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Live on HBO via your TV provider
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Online via HBO Max by logging in with your TV provider credentials (e.g., DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Verizon, Xfinity)
📡 How to Watch Without Cable (Streaming Options)
You can stream Marc Maron: Panicked without cable through HBO Max directly or as an add-on to other services:
🔹 HBO Max Standalone Plans
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With Ads: $9.99/month
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Ad-Free: $16.99–$20.99/month
Available on HBO Max.
🔹 Prime Video Channels
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Add HBO Max to your Amazon Prime Video subscription
🔹 Disney+, Hulu & Max Bundle
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Bundle Price: $16.99/month with ads
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Includes access to Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max — save over 40% monthly
🔹 Hulu + Live TV
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New users get a 3-day free trial
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Includes HBO with add-on
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Base price: $82.99/month with ads (includes Disney+ and ESPN+)
🔹 DirecTV Stream
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First month: $59.99 (limited time offer)
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Includes over 90 live channels
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5-day free trial + 2 free months of HBO Max for eligible subscribers
🔹 Sling TV
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Add HBO Max to Sling Blue
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Introductory Offer: $30.50 for your first month (reg. $50.99)
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$5 off HBO Max monthly for subscribers
🎁 How to Get HBO Max for Free or at a Discount
While HBO Max no longer offers a free trial, you may be eligible for free or discounted access:
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DirecTV: 2 months of HBO Max free with select plans
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DoorDash DashPass: HBO Max (with ads) free for members
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Bundle Savings: Up to 40% off via Disney+/Hulu/Max bundle
🧠 What to Expect in Marc Maron: Panicked
According to HBO’s official logline, Maron delivers “a nuanced perspective on our increasingly uncertain world.” Maron himself describes the special as:
“The best work I’ve done. Everything came together — the direction, the production design, the shirt and the bits. HBO gets me and I’m thrilled to be presented by them.”
This special follows Maron’s previous hit HBO special From Bleak to Dark and comes just after he announced the end of his long-running podcast.
