“Jon Bernthal and Rami Malek's Gritty Spy Thriller 'The Amateur' Lands on HBO Max” — what this page in the network covers. The Amateur, the gritty spy thriller starring Jon Bernthal and Rami Malek, is coming to HBO Max. The film, which blends the raw intensity of a Bourne-style actioner with the cerebral tension of a Jack Ryan story, follows a CIA cryptographer who takes matters into his own hands after a personal tragedy. Bernthal and Malek lead a cast that brings a grounded, visceral edge to the espionage genre, and their on-screen chemistry has been a key draw for audiences.
With its new streaming home on HBO Max, the movie is poised to reach a wider audience looking for high-stakes, character-driven spy drama. As the streaming wars heat up, adding a title like The Amateur gives HBO Max a competitive edge in the crowded action-thriller space. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.