Prime Video: The 16 Absolute Best Movies to Watch
Prime Video offers a selection of high-quality original films and upcoming releases, including both critically acclaimed and entertaining titles across genres like thriller, comedy, and drama. Notable films include 'Saltburn,' 'Air,' and 'The Burial,' featuring stars such as Barry Keoghan, Ben Affleck, and Jamie Foxx. Upcoming additions in May 2026 include the Italian rom-com 'No Place to be Single' and the action thriller 'Jack Ryan: Ghost War.'
- ▪'Saltburn' (2023) is a black comedy thriller starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi, centered on obsession and deception at a luxurious estate.
- ▪'Air' (2023), directed by Ben Affleck, tells the story of the Air Jordan sneaker's origin and features Matt Damon, Viola Davis, and Jason Bateman.
- ▪'The Burial' (2023) is a legal drama based on true events, starring Tommy Lee Jones and Jamie Foxx.
- ▪'Deep Cover' (2025) is a comedy featuring Bryce Dallas Howard and Orlando Bloom as improv actors infiltrating London's criminal underworld.
- ▪'Catherine Called Birdy' (2022) is a medieval comedy starring Bella Ramsey as a clever teen avoiding arranged marriage, directed by Lena Dunham.
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If it isn't already, seriously consider using Prime Video as a streaming service for movies.Amazon's streamer is a source for quality originals, from the Bryce Dallas Howard-starring comedy Deep Cover to the Ben Affleck-directed drama Air. You'll find those and more below, along with a rundown of the biggest releases each month. While a $15 monthly Prime membership grants you access to Prime Video and all of the films on this list, some of them are also available free with ads. Watch Prime Video See at Amazon What's new on Prime Video in MayNote: These descriptions are taken from statement and official websites for the films. They've been lightly edited for style.May 8No Place to be Single (2026): Italian rom-com.
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