Russell T Davies' 1980s-set AIDS epidemic series Boys lands on HBO Max

The Hollywood Reporter

The British Channel 4 limited series starring Neil Patrick Harris, Keeley Hawes and Stephen Fry has found a U.S. home on HBO Max. Boys follows the emotional journey of five friends in the 1980s amid the AIDS crisis. "It is our delight to be collaborating with the talented Russell T. Davies," said Jeniffer Kim, senior vice president international originals, HBO Max. "He has crafted a beautiful coming of age story, exploring the excitement of new friendships and self-discovery during a period when there were so many unknowns. Russell’s mastery is so evident throughout and with Nicola (Shindler)’s producing expertise and Channel 4’s collaboration, we at HBO Max are thrilled to partner in sharing this moving story."