Inverse Recommends

10 incredible sci-fi movies coming to HBO Max in January 2022

“It was hard to know who was more crazy, me, or everyone else.”

Updated: Feb. 20, 2024

Originally Published: Jan. 4, 2022

10. Birds of Prey

January 1

Birds of Prey breaks from the often dour tone of DC movies with a colorful, chaotic, and funny (but still wildly violent) rescue caper. DC fans can also check out Aquaman, Justice League, Shazam!, and Wonder Woman, all returning this month.

promo image of Margot Robbie in Birds of Prey

9. Godzilla: King of the Monsters

January 1

If you’re looking for pure spectacle, Godzilla: King of the Monsters has you covered. Its special effects and action sequences elevate a so-so story into a thrilling kaiju battle royale.

screenshot of Godzilla from Godzilla King of the Monsters

Tap