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HBO Max Hit: 'War' Series Unpacks Bitter Celebrity Divorce
26 Oct
Summary
- A legal drama starring Sienna Miller and Dominic West topped HBO Max.
- The series focuses on a high-profile divorce and legal battle.
- An undercover lawyer complicates the divorce proceedings in the finale.
A British legal drama, "War," featuring Sienna Miller and Dominic West, has ascended to the top of HBO Max's U.S. top 10 chart. The series delves into the contentious divorce of a famed Hollywood actress, Carla Duval, and her tech entrepreneur ex-husband, Morgan Henderson.
The narrative centers on a bitter legal dispute between two major law firms representing the estranged couple. Early reviews highlight the show's critical reception, with an 86% score on Rotten Tomatoes, though audience scores are lower at 65%.
The season premiere concludes with a significant twist involving a young lawyer, Johnny Warren. Initially appearing peripheral, Warren is revealed to have been hired by one firm to go undercover in the opposing firm, adding unexpected complexity to the unfolding divorce battle.
