The 49 Best Shows on Amazon Prime Video Right Now (January 2025)

There are hundreds of good shows on Prime Video, from original content to classic favorites. That can make sifting through the platform difficult, especially when you don’t quite know what you want to watch. To help you find the show that’s going to hit the spot, we’ve compiled a list of the best shows on Prime Video so you can spend less time aimlessly scrolling and more time binging. Happy watching!

For more streaming recommendations, check out the Best TV Shows on Netflix Right Now and Best Movies on Prime Video Right Now.

Editor’s note: This article was updated January 2025 to include Monk.

‘Monk’ (2002 – 2009)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 8.1/10

This beloved noughties series follows Tony Shalhoub as former San Francisco detective Adrian Monk, a man for whom the unsolved death of his wife spiraled into severe obsessive-compulsive disorder. With his job lost but his genius alive, Monk goes maverick and solves crimes of his own accord. Packed full of iconic moments and featuring an unforgettable central performance from Shalhoub, Monk is both tender and mysterious. Not only is the series gripping — it’s also sincerely hilarious, with Monk’s brilliance leading to eight Primetime Emmy wins across just as many seasons. – Jake Hodges

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‘Broadchurch’ (2013 – 2017)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.4/10

Penned by future Doctor Who showrunner Chris Chibnall and featuring two actors who have portrayed the titular Time Lord, Broadchurch is set in the titular sleepy coastal town whose close-knit community is rocked by the sudden mysterious death of one of their younger residents. Solving the case are Olivia Colman’s DS Ellie Miller and David Tennant’s DI Alec Hardy, with the puzzle proving impossibly entangled in the personal lives of the entire community. Unlike other crime dramas of this ilk, Broadchurch is more invested in the devastating emotional aftermath of such a tragedy than the twists and turns the mystery brings. Because of this, Broadchurch becomes a heavy tearjerker on several occasions, culminating in a finale ready to take your breath away. – Jake Hodges

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‘On Call’ (2025 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 50% | IMDb: 7.4/10

On Call

Release Date

January 9, 2025

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  Brandon Larracuente

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  Lori Loughlin

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2025 kicks off with a blue light bang on Prime Video, with On Call the newest police procedural in town. Created by Tim Walsh and Elliot Wolf and starring Troian Bellisario, the series follows a pair of officers who roam the streets of Long Beach, California, ready to answer the most pressing of medical emergencies. A police procedural by all standards, On Call ticks all the boxes for those looking for quick and easy action. Fast-paced and furious, On Call has the potential to be the next big procedural, so make sure to jump on the bandwagon now. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Rig’ (2023 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 5.8/10

The Rig

Release Date

January 6, 2023

Writers

David Macpherson, Matthew Jacobs Morgan, Meg Salter

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Created by David Macpherson and directed by John Strickland, The Rig is a supernatural thriller series set on a Scottish oil rig in the North Sea. When the rig is blanketed by an unusual fog, it’s the beginning of a series of disturbing events, as a deadly ancient parasite is unleashed upon the unsuspecting crew. The series stars Iain Glen, Emily Hampshire, Martin Compston, Mark Bonnar, Rochenda Sandall, Owen Teale, and more.

The first Amazon Original to be filmed entirely in Scotland, The Rig premiered on the service in January 2023 and was renewed for a second season shortly after. The series has received largely favorable reviews from critics, though it has been criticized for its rather cliched plot. But as uneven as the storytelling might be, The Rig still manages to captivate audiences thanks to its compelling performances and moody atmosphere. The show’s second season was released in January 2025.

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Hazbin Hotel (2019 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 81% IMDb: 7.7/10

Hazbin Hotel

Release Date

January 19, 2024

Directors

Vivienne Medrano

Writers

Dave Capdevielle, Kendraw Cook, Raymond T. Hernandez, Vivienne Medrano, Daniel MacDonald, Maritza Medrano

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Blending crude language, eye-catching aesthetics, and Broadway-level musical talent, Hazbin Hotel is a captivating adult animated series from internet sensation Vivienne “VivziePop” Medrano. A dark musical comedy, Hazbin Hotel centers on a place in hell that hopes rehabilitate occupants with the intention of relocating them to heaven. Built on an amusing premise, the series dazzles with star power, featuring the voices of Stephanie Beatriz (Encanto), Alex Brightman, and Keith David.

On its face, Hazbin Hotel is incomparable and should not work, yet the humor is outrageously ridiculous, the visuals are gory and lewd, and the toe-tapping numbers are unforgettable. Hazbin Hotel makes shows like Archer and Rick and Morty feel like child’s play. – Yael Tygiel

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‘Rogue Heroes’ (2022 – 2025)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.1/10

One of the most successful series to hail from the BBC in the last few years, Rogue Heroes, based on the novel by Ben Macintyre, follows British forces in World War II stationed in North Africa. With the war seemingly stuck in violent hell, it is three lieutenants look to change everything by designing a team of special agents ready to operate behind enemy lines. Helmed by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, Rogue Heroes is packed full of war-based action and depth of drama. Emotionally poignant and featuring stellar performances, this is one series you certainly won’t want to miss — especially not with a second season on the horizon. – Jake Hodges

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‘Secret Level’ (2024 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 8.0/10

Secret Level

Release Date

December 10, 2024

Network

Amazon Prime Video

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Ever imagined what would happen if all your favorite video games were brought together in one anthology series? Well, wonder no longer, with Prime Video’s Secret Level answering just that. The series features individual stories from classics such as Pac-Man, Exodus, and Dungeons & Dragons, with an all-star voice cast helping bring these tales to life. Although varying in story quality, each of Secret Level’s 15 episodes features some of the most eye-catching animation of the year. This series is likely to keep your jaw on the floor through its entire runtime. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Sticky’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 7.1/10

The Sticky

Release Date

December 6, 2024

Showrunner

Brian Donovan, Ed Herro

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Created by Brian Donovan and Ed Herro, The Sticky follows middle-aged maple syrup farmer Ruth Landry (Margo Martindale), who, after being threatened by the authorities with losing her livelihood, turns to a life of crime and joins a team looking to commit a multi-million dollar heist. A brilliant premise and inspired casting combine to make The Sticky one of Prime’s most exciting new projects. Produced by Jason Blum and Jamie Lee Curtis and sporting an already impressive Rotten Tomatoes rating, this is one you won’t want to miss. – Jake Hodges

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‘Nip/Tuck’ (2003 – 2010)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 7.7/10

This beloved medical drama follows two plastic surgeons, Dr. Sean McNamara and Dr. Christian Troy, played by Dylan Walsh and Julian McMahon, respectively. With one a family man and the other a bachelor, the pair endure ultimately opposing hardship while trying to work out how to keep their business afloat. Perfectly walking the line between touching drama and devilish black comedy, Nip/Tuck more than earned its die-hard fanbase, with 14 years off-screen doing nothing to dispel a wonderful legacy. Walsh and McMahon are wonderful components of a brilliantly crafted ensemble, with Nip/Tuck the sort of series everyone must watch at least once. – Jake Hodges

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‘Cruel Intentions’ (2024 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 22% | IMDb: 4.5/10

Based on the 1999 Roger Kumble movie of the same name, Cruel Intentions follows step-siblings Caroline (Sarah Catherine Hook) and Lucien (Zac Burgess) who, intent on securing their powerful reputation among rich students at their college, manipulate their way to seducing the daughter of the Vice President of the United States. Not reaching the heady heights of its beloved predecessor, Cruel Intentions is still an intriguing tale that features plenty of twists and turns. In a landscape flooded by reboots and remakes, Cruel Intentions is one of Prime’s offerings you’ll want to catch. – Jake Hodges

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‘Cross’ (2024 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 70% | IMDb: 7.1/10

Cross

Release Date

November 14, 2024

Directors

Craig Siebels, Nzingha Stewart

Writers

Ben Watkins

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Based on James Patterson’s beloved Alex Cross novel series, Cross follows Aldis Hodge as the unconventional detective and forensic psychologist who uses his uncanny ability to dive into the mind of a killer to help solve critical cases. Beyond the gripping mysteries and indulgent ensemble, Cross is best-praised thanks to a powerful lead performance from Hodge. Truly turning this iconic character into his own, Hodge makes Cross worth watching by himself — a true testament to this star turn. – Jake Hodges

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‘Deadloch’ (2023 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 7.4/10

This biting noir comedy from the minds of Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan begins, like the BBC hit Broadchurch, when a body turns up on a beach in the unsuspecting coastal town of Deadloch. Assigned to the case are senior sergeant Dulcie Collins (Kate Box), a woman who was once a detective but demoted herself on the wishes of her wife, and the reckless detective Eddie Redcliffe (Madeleine Sami). The two struggle to get on, with Eddie’s impressive but all-too-obnoxious style certainly grating on the much more steadfast approach of Dulcie, but their differences must soon be put aside when they realize there are many more disturbing and intimidating factors at play.

Quirky, dark, and full of devilishly funny comedic beats, Deadloch is one of many Australian comedy/dramas to have made a worldwide splash in recent years — and perhaps it is the best. Both Kate Box and Madeleine Sami are perfect at toeing the line between gritty emotion and a cheeky wink, with both hilarious comedy and intense drama never far away in any given scene. With its gorgeous cinematography and gripping crime-thriller plot, Deadloch is perfect binge-watching material. – Jake Hodges

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‘Like a Dragon: Yakuza’ (2024 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 67% | IMDb: 5.8/10

This brand-new Prime gangster series follows the life of a Yakuza warrior and documents two periods of his eye-catching journey, from childhood to imprisonment and the eventual road to redemption. Packed full of heart-stopping action set pieces and plenty of mystery, Like a Dragon: Yakuza is a worthy live-action adaptation of Sega‘s Like a Dragon video game series. Featuring a host of memorable characters and a superb central story that hooks you from the first minute, Like a Dragon: Yakuza is a fantastic new addition to Prime Video’s brilliant selection. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Devil’s Hour’ (2022 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 7.6/10

The Devil’s Hour

Release Date

October 28, 2022

Directors

Johnny Allan, Isabelle Sieb, Shaun James Grant

Writers

Tom Moran

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Created by Tom Moran and executive produced by Steven Moffat, The Devil’s Hour is a British drama thriller series starring Jessica Raine, Peter Capaldi, and Nikesh Patel. The show follows social worker Lucy Chambers (Jessica Raine), who is struggling with family and relationship problems. To make things worse, every night, Lucy wakes up at exactly 3:33 AM after terrifying nightmares. When her name becomes connected to a series of murders, Lucy finds herself pulled into the hunt for a serial killer, which may just reveal answers about what’s really going wrong in her life.

The first six-episode season of The Devil’s Hour premiered in October 2022 to positive reviews from critics, who praised Raine and Capaldi’s performances. A second season, consisting of five episodes, was released on October 18, 2024. An unsettling, atmospheric thriller, the show presents a thoroughly enthralling story brought to life by a highly talented cast. And if you like the show’s first two seasons, Season 3 has already been filmed, though it doesn’t have an official release date yet.

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‘Numb3rs’ (2005 – 2010)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 6.9/10

This police procedural with a twist follows Special Agent Don Eppes (Rob Morrow) of the Los Angeles office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, who uses the help of his genius brother to solve crimes through the art of mathematics. Whether you’re a fan of the CBS crime procedural or not, Numb3rs is well worth your time. With an innovative premise, the show delivers — thanks in no small part to a dedicated writing team that implements the series’ number-based USP at every possible opportunity. Underappreciated in its day despite a Primetime Emmy nomination, it’s about time Numb3rs got some more love. Thankfully, it’s ready and waiting to be streamed on Prime. – Jake Hodges

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‘Elementary’ (2012 – 2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 95% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Elementary

Release Date

2012 – 2018

Network

CBS

Writers

Bob Goodman

The iconic duo of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson have been adapted many times, perhaps most famously in the modern-day London BBC version. This adaptation provides even more of a twist on the original Sir Arthur Conan Doyle novels, with Jonny Lee Miller’s Sherlock and Lucy Liu’s Watson cracking the most difficult cases for the NYPD. Any adaptation of this timeless tale hinges on the chemistry between the lead pair, with Miller and Liu oozing it and then some. The duo dances with clever scripts and fast-paced dialogue, and their eccentric, entertaining dynamic is captured beautifully by creator Robert Doherty. Sherlock fan or not, Elementary is a must-watch. – Jake Hodges

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‘Peep Show’ (2003 – 2015)

Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 8.7/10

One of the greatest British sitcoms of all time, Peep Show follows flatmates Mark (David Mitchell) and Jez (Robert Webb), two men in their twenties who can’t seem to find their life’s purpose. Whilst trying to cling to mundane normality, the two end up in all sorts of strange scenarios — almost all of which lead to comedy gold. The minds of Mitchell and Webb are undoubtedly genius, with their work on British television throughout the 21st century the stuff of legend. Peep Show is their magnum opus, with them and the likes of Academy Award winner Olivia Colman, Matt King, and many others comprising one of comedy’s best ensembles. Innovative, often intense, and always hilarious, there’s nothing else quite like Peep Show. – Jake Hodges

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‘Hannibal’ (2013 – 2015)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 8.5/10

Hannibal

Release Date

2013 – 2014

Network

NBC

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The story of Hannibal Lecter has been told countless times, but this Bryan Fuller adaptation is perhaps one of the very best. The series stars the talented Mads Mikkelsen as the infamous psychiatrist, who is paired with FBI profiler Will Graham (Hugh Dancy) to help find serial killers. However, unbeknownst to Graham, Lecter is always scheming and preparing to push his partner to the depths of sanity. Considered one of the best horror series of the 21st century, Hannibal is nothing short of a masterpiece in its genre, managing to bring an unrelentingly chilling atmosphere without ever compromising on story. With each component technically brilliant, prepare for your jaw to drop as this Primetime Emmy-nominated tale whisks you on a wild and frightful ride. – Jake Hodges

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‘Batman: Caped Crusader’ (2024 – Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

A spiritual successor to Batman: The Animated Series, Batman: Caped Crusader sees the Dark Knight go back to his detective roots, weeding out the elitist bad in the troubled cities of Gotham. Since the passing of the iconic Kevin Conroy, the titular hero is voiced by Hamish Linklater, making this an important passing-of-the-torch moment in the DC Universe. Suave, sophisticated, and soaked in the noir influence that has permeated Batman since its inception, Caped Crusader is a well-conceived, well-executed series. Although a troubled production saw it jump from Max to Prime, the show has found a home that cares for its quality — so much so that a second season has already been confirmed, with Prime putting plenty of its eggs in this bat-shaped basket. – Jake Hodges

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‘Chuck’ (2007 – 2012)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 8.2/10

Chuck

Release Date

2007 – 2011

Network

NBC

Showrunner

Josh Schwartz

Writers

Josh Schwartz

This iconic action-comedy series follows the titular Chuck (Zachary Levi), an ordinary geek whose life is accidentally changed forever. After having all the public and private information of the government uploaded to his mind, Chuck soon becomes the most valuable asset to both the CIA and NSA. Adored by millions of fans, Chuck’s unique brand of comedy and penchant for action leaves a sense of spontaneity brewing in every episode. Just as much as it is about Chuck, the series is also about Yvonne Strahovski’s Sarah Walker, with the actress excelling as both a warm-hearted romantic partner and a thrilling highly trained operative. The highlight of this show’s success came in the Primetime Emmys, where it took home two awards across its five seasons. – Jake Hodges

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