A24’s Y2K Begins Streaming Exclusively on Max April 4th

The turn of the millennium is back in full force as A24’s outrageous disaster comedy Y2K is set to make its streaming debut exclusively on Max on Friday, April 4, 2025. For those who prefer the old-school cable experience, the film will also air on HBO’s linear channel on Saturday, April 5, at 8:00 p.m. ET.

With a mix of nostalgia, chaos, and an absurd take on the infamous Y2K bug scare, Y2K takes audiences on a wild ride through the ultimate end-of-the-world party. Featuring an ensemble cast of rising stars and iconic names, the film marks the directorial debut of comedian Kyle Mooney, known for his work on Saturday Night Live and the Netflix cult hit Saturday Morning All Star Hits!.

What Is Y2K About?

Set on New Year’s Eve 1999, the film follows high school juniors Eli (Jaeden Martell) and Danny (Julian Dennison), who decide to crash a party hosted by the cool kids. Their night of reckless fun takes a catastrophic turn when the Y2K bug actually happens, sending technology into meltdown, triggering chaos, and turning what was supposed to be a new millennium celebration into a fight for survival.

Imagine the perfect late-’90s teen movie packed with dial-up internet, flip phones, and questionable fashion, only to have it morph into a disaster thriller meets outrageous comedy, where outdated tech becomes a lethal weapon.

The film leans into the mass hysteria of the Y2K scare, when people genuinely feared that computers worldwide would malfunction as the clock struck midnight, potentially sending society into collapse. Instead of a real-life apocalypse, Y2K reimagines what could have happened if the panic had been justified in the most absurd way possible.

A Star-Studded Cast Ready to Party Like It’s 1999

The film boasts a diverse and electric cast, bringing together a mix of young talent and nostalgic icons. Leading the charge are:

• Jaeden Martell (It, Knives Out) as Eli
• Julian Dennison (Deadpool 2, Hunt for the Wilderpeople) as Danny
• Rachel Zegler (The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, West Side Story) as Laura
• Daniel Zolghadri (Funny Pages) as CJ
• Lachlan Watson (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) as Ash
• Eduardo Franco (Stranger Things) as Farkas
• Mason Gooding (Scream, Love, Victor) as Jonas
• The Kid Laroi as Soccer Chris
• Lauren Balone as Raleigh
• Alicia Silverstone (Clueless) as Robin
• Fred Durst (Limp Bizkit frontman, legendary ‘90s icon)

With this cast, Y2K blends Hollywood’s next-gen talent with faces that defined the late ‘90s and early 2000s, making it the ultimate nostalgia-fueled thrill ride.

Behind the Scenes: The Minds Who Brought Y2K to Life

Y2K is the brainchild of Kyle Mooney and Evan Winter, who co-wrote the script. Mooney also steps into the director’s chair for the first time, bringing his signature deadpan humor and surrealist comedic style to a full-length feature.

Mooney is no stranger to nostalgic, offbeat humor, having gained a cult following for his sketches on SNL and his mockumentary series Saturday Morning All Star Hits!. His vision for Y2K taps into the zeitgeist of the ‘90s while embracing a high-concept, ridiculous premise that only A24 would dare to produce.

The film’s production team is equally stacked, with notable names including:

• Evan Winter
• Jonah Hill (Superbad, 21 Jump Street, Mid90s)
• Matt Dines
• Alison Goodwin
• Chris Storer (The Bear)
• Cooper Wehde

With A24 backing the project, fans can expect a stylish, absurd, and smartly crafted take on the disaster genre, infused with a unique blend of horror, comedy, and pop culture references.

From SXSW to Streaming: Y2K’s Journey

The film had its world premiere at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival on March 9, where it generated buzz for its chaotic energy, throwback aesthetic, and genre-bending approach. Critics and audiences praised its commitment to absurdity while also capturing the very real anxieties of the era in a hilariously exaggerated way.

Following its theatrical release on December 6, 2024, Y2K is now ready to make its way into homes through Max, giving audiences a chance to relive or experience for the first time the paranoia and excitement of the millennium bug apocalypse that never was.

Why Y2K Is a Must-Watch

For fans of high-concept comedies, nostalgic throwbacks, and wild disaster movies, Y2K offers a perfect blend of all three. Whether you remember the real Y2K panic or are just here for the chaos, the film delivers:

• Nostalgia overload with ‘90s references, from clunky computers to pop culture deep cuts
• A fresh take on disaster films that replaces the usual asteroid or alien invasion with technology itself turning against humanity
• Comedic genius featuring Kyle Mooney’s signature awkward humor mixed with fast-paced action
• A wild cast that brings together cult favorites and fresh talent

When and Where to Watch Y2K

Get ready to rewind the clock to 1999 and experience Y2K from the comfort of your couch when it streams exclusively on Max on April 4, 2025. For those who love the traditional TV experience, tune in to HBO on April 5 at 8:00 p.m. ET.

Whether you are a millennial reliving the absurdity of Y2K paranoia or a Gen Z viewer getting a hilarious crash course in ‘90s culture, Y2K is guaranteed to bring the laughs, thrills, and nostalgia in equal measure.

So grab your flip phones, Tamagotchis, and dial-up modems, because Y2K is about to take over again.