"Release Date and Premiere Time for Episode 1 of 'Duster' on MAX"

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MAX is bringing Lost star Josh Holloway back to TV and behind the wheels of a sweet, ’70s era ride. New show Duster, co-created by J.J. Abrams and LaToya Morgan, follows one intrepid young FBI agent’s fight to bring justice to the Southwest. Nina Hayes (Rachel Hilson) is going to have to battle sexism and racism alongside crime. Her ultimate plan to bring down a corrupt crime syndicate? To partner with the organization’s seemingly loyal getaway driver, played by Holloway.

So what time should you start your engines to tune into this electric new series? When does Duster come out on MAX?

If you’re itching for a fun new show to watch — one with an incredibly charming opening credits sequence — Duster might just be for you. It’s full of action, great car stunts, and ’70s swagger.

Will you be watching Duster? Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the new MAX show, Duster...

Josh Holloway and Rachel Hilson in Duster — Photo: MAX

When Does Duster Come Out on MAX? Duster Episode 1 Release Date:

JJ Abrams’s first new show in over a decade, Duster, will premiere on MAX tonight, Thursday, May 15.

What Time Is Duster Episode 1 On Tonight?

Duster Episode 1 will be streaming tonight, Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 9 PM ET (or 6 PM PT) on MAX.

Most new episodes of MAX originals now hit the streaming service at 9 PM ET/6 PM PT.

What Is the New Max Show Duster About?

Duster is a loving throwback to ’70s capers, full of seedy criminal syndicates, feisty heroines, and super cool, super fast car chases. The show follows fledgling FBI agent Nina Hayes (Rachel Hilson) as she tries to bring down one of the Southwest’s worst crime bosses, Ezra Saxton (Keith David). Hayes’s big plan is to convince Saxton’s loyal getaway driver Jim Ellis (Josh Holloway) to turn informant.

How to Watch Duster:

Because Duster is a MAX original, the only place you can watch the new crime caper is on MAX. MAX is currently available monthly ad-free for as little as 16.99/month or for $9.99/month with ads. An ultimate ad-free subscription goes for $20.99/month and includes up to 100 downloads on the go.

Looking to stretch your buck? You can get two months of MAX free if you decide to commit to an annual subscription. Ad-free annual bundles go for $169.99/year or $209.99/year for the ultimate tier. A year’s worth of MAX with ads goes for $99.99/year.

You can also bundle MAX with your existing Hulu and Disney+ subscription for an addition $16.99/month with ads or $29.99/month ad-free.

Rachel Hilson and Josh Holloway in Duster Season 1 Episode 1 — Photo: MAX

How Many Episodes Are In Duster Season 1?

There are eight episodes in total in Duster Season 1 and each new episode debuts weekly on Thursdays.

Duster Episode Guide: When Do New Episodes of Duster Premiere?

Don’t want to miss a heart-racing moment of Duster‘s action? Here’s your guide to when all 8 episodes of Duster Season 1 run on MAX:

Episode 1: Thursday, May 15, 9 PM ET
Episode 2: Thursday, May 22, 9 PM ET
Episode 3: Thursday, May 29, 9 PM ET
Episode 4: Thursday, June 5, 9 PM ET
Episode 5: Thursday, June 12, 9 PM ET
Episode 6: Thursday, June 19, 9 PM ET
Episode 7: Thursday, June 26, 9 PM ET
Episode 8: Thursday, July 3, 9 PM ET

Is There a Trailer for Duster?

There sure is! Simply scroll to the top of the page to watch the trailer for the new MAX show, Duster. Don’t see it? Try refreshing the page to return the trailer to the top of the video player’s queue.

Duster Cast Guide:

The new MAX show Duster reunites some familiar faces from the J.J. Abrams universe of shows with rising stars. You might recognize the stars of Duster from shows like Lost, Rise, Community, Alias, Prison Break, and Designated Survivor. Here’s who’s who in the Duster cast: