The Spectacular Now is a 2013 romantic comedy-drama film directed by James Ponsoldt. It centers on a carefree, party-loving boy who encounters a shy but determined girl, leading to unexpected challenges and a budding romance as they navigate their individual life struggles.
Here’s how you can watch and stream The Spectacular Now via streaming services such as HBO Max.
Is The Spectacular Now available to watch via streaming?
Yes, The Spectacular Now is available to watch via streaming on HBO Max.
The film delves into the life of Sutter Keely, a popular party enthusiast, who encounters Aimee, a studious girl, after waking up on a stranger’s lawn following a breakup. While Sutter grapples with his life’s challenges, Aimee focuses on her future aspirations. Despite their differing outlooks, they form a deep connection and develop feelings for each other. The central question remains: How long can their relationship endure?
In the lead roles, Miles Teller portrays Sutter Keely, the carefree protagonist, while Shailene Woodley embodies Aimee Finecky. The supporting cast includes Masam Holden as Ricky Mehlinger, Kaitlyn Dever as Krystal Krittenbrink, and Brie Larson as Cassidy Roy.
Watch The Spectacular Now streaming via HBO Max
The Spectacular Now is available to watch on HBO Max. It is a popular streaming service that provides subscribers with quality content from the Wanrer Bros. Discovery library.
You can watch via Max, formerly known as HBO Max by following these steps:
- Go to HBOMax.com/subscribe
- Click ‘Sign Up Now’
- Choose your plan:
- $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year (with ads)
- $15.99 per month or $149.99 per year (ad-free)
- $19.99 per month or $199.99 per year (ultimate ad-free)
- Enter your personal information and password
- Select ‘Create Account’
Max With Ads provides the service’s streaming library at a Full HD resolution, allowing users to stream on up to two supported devices at once. Max Ad-Free removes the service’s commercials and allows streaming on two devices at once in Full HD. It also allows for 30 downloads at a time to allow users to watch content offline. On the other hand, Max Ultimate Ad-Free allows users to stream on four devices at once in a 4K Ultra HD resolution and provides Dolby Atmos audio and 100 downloads.
The Spectacular Now’s synopsis is as follows:
“Sutter, a popular party animal, unexpectedly meets the introverted Aimee after waking up on a stranger’s lawn. As Sutter deals with the problems in his life and Aimee plans for her future beyond school, an unexpected romance blossoms between them.”
NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.