George Miller, a visionary filmmaker, has captured my heart with his incredible work on the Mad Max and Happy Feet franchises. The Happy Feet series, including its sequel, showcases Miller's versatility, but it's the raw intensity of the Mad Max saga that truly stands out. The trilogy, spanning from 1979 to 1985, painted a vivid picture of a post-apocalyptic Australia, filled with chaos and unforgettable action.
After a long hiatus and a detour into the world of dancing penguins, Miller returned triumphantly with Mad Max: Fury Road in 2015, featuring Tom Hardy stepping into the iconic role previously played by Mel Gibson. Fury Road not only rejuvenated the franchise but also swept the Academy Awards, clinching six Oscars. Although the latest entry, Furiosa, didn't quite match the box office success of its predecessor, the Mad Max series remains a powerhouse in the action genre.
As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Fury Road, I can't recommend a Mad Max marathon enough. Here's how you can dive into this thrilling universe online.
Where to Stream Mad Max Movies
Max Streaming Service
Plans start at $9.99. See it at Max.
George Miller has helmed five Mad Max movies, including the latest, Furiosa. Currently, you can stream the original Mad Max and the newest addition, Furiosa, on HBO Max. For the other films, you'll need to turn to PVOD services like Prime Video or consider adding them to your collection with the Blu-rays listed below.
Mad Max (1979)
Stream: HBO Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior (1981)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome (1985)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Black and Chrome Edition: Prime Video
Read IGN's Fury Road Review
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024)
Stream: Netflix, HBO Max
Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Read IGN's Furiosa Review
Other Ways to Watch Mad Max
For fans who love to own their movies, you can find all the Mad Max films on DVD, including the stunning Black and Chrome Edition of Fury Road:
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga [4K UHD]
See it at Amazon.
Mad Max: Fury Road /Fury Road Black & Chrome [Blu-ray]
See it at Amazon.
Mad Max: 5-Film Collection [4K UHD]
See it at Amazon.
Mad Max: High Octane Collection [Blu-ray]
See it at Amazon.
Mad Max: Original Trilogy [Blu-ray]
See it at Amazon.
How to Watch the Mad Max Movies in Order
To experience the Mad Max saga chronologically, watch the original trilogy in release order, followed by Furiosa, and then Fury Road:
- Mad Max
- Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior
- Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome
- Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
- Mad Max: Fury Road
However, I believe Furiosa is best enjoyed as the final piece of your marathon. Its moments are enhanced by your familiarity with the characters from Fury Road, much like the best prequels.
Future Mad Max Movies
George Miller has hinted that the future of the Mad Max franchise hinges on the performance of Furiosa. Although it didn't break box office records, Miller's enthusiasm suggests he has more stories to tell in this dystopian world. Reports from Deadline indicate that Miller has a script ready for another installment, possibly The Wasteland, a rumored sequel to Fury Road. However, with other projects on his plate and the high costs associated with these films, we might have to wait a bit longer for the next thrilling chapter in the Mad Max saga.