The 52 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Video Right Now (January 2025)

How many hours have we all lost to the endless streaming scroll? Aiming for a little kickback, you end up perusing all the good movies on Prime Video, intent on finding just the right one, ultimately unsure what to choose in the face of overwhelming options. Fret not: The Collider staff did all that scrolling for you, scanning through the catalog in search of the best picks for an entertaining night in. We’ve put together a wide-ranging list of the best movies on Prime Video right now.

What’s more, we’ll be updating the list regularly with additional picks, so you won’t run out of viewing material any time soon. The list spans genres, decades, and ratings, so there should be a little something for everyone, but if you can’t find what you’re looking for below (and you’re a multi-platform streamer), be sure to check out our picks for the best TV shows and best movies on Netflix.

Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Prime Video.

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

‘Blink Twice’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 75% | IMDb: 6.5/10

Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut arrived in the summer of 2024, with Blink Twice telling the story of a group of people who are all invited to the island of billionaire tech mogul Slater King (Channing Tatum). However, once on the island, it is clear not everything is as it first seems. Stylish and full of social commentary, Blink Twice pulls no punches in delivering its themes through utterly unforgettable twists and turns. As far as directorial debuts go, Blink Twice proves Kravitz is one to watch. – Jake Hodges

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‘Unstoppable’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 75% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Unstoppable

Release Date

September 10, 2024

Runtime

116 Minutes

Director

William Goldenberg

Writers

John Hindman, Eric Champnella, Alex Harris

Sports biopics are ever-popular, with this latest installment from Prime Video following the life of wrestler Anthony Robles. A tale of zero to hero, the movie documents Robles’ (Jharrel Jerome) rise from being born with just one leg to winning a national championship as part of Arizona State University. Jerome feels like the perfect casting as Robles, although eagle-eyed viewers will notice Robles appears in the film himself as his body double. A truly inspirational story, Unstoppable is sure to light a fire in your heart. – Jake Hodges

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‘Unforgiven’ (1992)

Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 8.2/10

Unforgiven

Release Date

August 7, 1992

Runtime

130 Mins

Writers

David Webb Peoples

This classic Western, directed by and starring Clint Eastwood, follows the veteran as the retired gunslinger Will Munny, who is brought back into the fray for one last fight against injustice. A classic narrative is given all the genius of the legend at its helm, with Unforgiven rightly considered one of the best Westerns of all time. A winner of four Academy Awards, this, to some, is the best central performance of Eastwood’s career, as well as his best directorial effort. For any budding young Western fan, this is a must-see. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Fall Guy’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 82% | IMDb: 6.9/10

The Fall Guy

Release Date

May 3, 2024

Runtime

126 Minutes

Writers

Glen A. Larson, Drew Pearce

Producers

Glen A. Larson

Loosely based on the eponymous 1980s TV series, The Fall Guy is a 2024 action comedy film directed by David Leitch and written by Drew Pearce. The film stars Ryan Gosling as Colt Seavers, an out-of-work stuntman who gets a second chance when he is hired to work on a movie directed by his ex-girlfriend (Emily Blunt). To make things worse, Colt finds out that the film’s lead actor has disappeared, drawing him into a sinister conspiracy. Besides Gosling and Blunt, the film also stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Waddingham, Teresa Palmer, Stephanie Hsu, and Winston Duke.

The Fall Guy premiered at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) festival, where it received rave reviews from critics. Unfortunately, the film underperformed at the box office, which is a shame because it was easily one of the most entertaining movies of the year. Fundamentally a love story, The Fall Guy blends action, romance, and comedy into a genre-bending thriller that’s appropriately cinematic while retaining a solid plot. Above all else, the movie is a love letter to practical effects and stuntwork that feels especially appropriate at a time when mainstream studio films are increasingly overstuffed with CGI.

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‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 6.3/10

A Quiet Place: Day One

Release Date

June 28, 2024

Runtime

99 Minutes

Director

Michael Sarnoski

Writers

Michael Sarnoski

Sequel(s)

A Quiet Place, A Quiet Place: Part II, A Quiet Place: Part III

2024 has been a strong year for the horror genre, with one of its more tame efforts proving just as enticing as the more bombastic offerings. A Quiet Place: Day One is a prequel to the silently terrifying first two entries, telling the tale of the very first days of the invasion from the brand-new point of view of young Sam (Lupita Nyong’o). Despite an enormously high bar set by the first two movies, Day One manages to be both equally as enthralling and unique enough to feel like its own property. Featuring stunning performances from Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, and Nico and Schnitzel as Frodo the cat, this is one of the more underrated flicks from a stand-out year for the horror and thriller genres. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Creator’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 68% | IMDb: 6.7/10

The Creator

Release Date

September 29, 2023

Runtime

123 minutes

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This sci-fi epic, co-written and directed by ambitious filmmaker Gareth Edwards, follows special forces agent Joshua (John David Washington), who must track down and kill the titular Creator — the person infamous for creating an advancement in AI that ended with the ongoing war between the human race and their robot counterparts. This sweeping sci-fi epic is both creative in its storytelling and visually impressive. For those who love their sci-fi movies full of vibrant, breathtaking cinematics, this is the film for you. – Jake Hodges

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‘Knives Out’ (2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Knives Out

Release Date

November 27, 2019

Runtime

130 minutes

Director

Rian Johnson

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The recent renaissance in the murder mystery genre is headlined by this tale from Rian Johnson. The movie follows Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc, a world-famous detective who is mysteriously hired to investigate the strange death of beloved crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer). Featuring an all-star cast including Plummer, Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, and many more, Knives Out is the murder mystery genre at its best. Stylish, intelligent, and brilliantly written, this flick will keep you on your toes as clever twists lurk around every corner. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Bikeriders’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 6.7/10

The Bikeriders

Release Date

June 21, 2024

Runtime

116 Minutes

Director

Jeff Nichols

Writers

Jeff Nichols

One of the very few movies to be inspired by a photo book, The Bikeriders follows a Midwestern motorcycle club known as The Vandals as they descend into criminal chaos. Caught among the chaos is new member Kathy (Jodie Comer), who is inspired to join by her fondness for member Benny (Austin Butler). An interesting dive into hierarchies and romance, The Bikeriders is one of the more underrated movies in recent memory. Directed by Jeff Nichols, each passing scene is fueled by genuinely intriguing drama, all culminating in a brilliantly crafted ending. – Jake Hodges

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‘Almost Famous’ (2000)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Almost Famous

Release Date

September 15, 2000

Runtime

122minutes

Director

Cameron Crowe

Writers

Cameron Crowe

This iconic coming-of-age tale set in the 1970s follows budding young journalist William (Patrick Fugit) and his first assignment for Rolling Stone magazine — to follow around the band Stillwater. However, little does William know that, while trying to discover the ins and outs of the lives of musicians, he will instead learn even more about himself. Featuring one of the best musical moments in modern memory, Almost Famous is a gorgeous, touching tale that will make you laugh and cry. The movie earned four Oscar nominations and even picked up the Academy Award for Best Screenplay. – Jake Hodges

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‘Abigail’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Abigail

Release Date

April 19, 2024

Runtime

109 Minutes

Writers

Stephen Shields, Guy Busick

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (and not to be confused with the 2023 horror of the same name), Abigail follows the titular 12-year-old ballerina (Alisha Weir) after she is kidnapped by a group of criminals. However, when held captive over a single night, Abigail starts to claim her revenge. In a year of incredible horror, Abigail managed to stand out thanks to a fantastic style and immersive central performances. A thrilling, pulse-pounding story in the spirit of Ready or Not, Abigail is a bloody romp. – Jake Hodges

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‘Val’ (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.6/10

Val

Release Date

August 6, 2021

Runtime

109 Minutes

Director

Ting Poo, Leo Scott

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The celebrity documentary has become a staple of mainstream viewing over the last few years, with this particular example centering on the life of the Hollywood icon Val Kilmer. From unseen home footage from his childhood to an unfiltered look at his time as an actor from Batman to Top Gun, Val wades through the hundreds of hours of content from his life to cherry-pick a selection of moments that beautifully encapsulate the spectrum of experience of the beloved performer.

Directors Ting Poo and Leo Scott take a saturated genre and breathe new life into it with a storytelling style that feels straight out of an experimental piece. Raw and intimate, no punches are pulled in the depiction of Kilmer’s life, with the movie feeling like both an ode to the actor and a deep dive into some of the dangers of living such a high-profile life. Serving as a producer on the project, Val Kilmer himself adds a genuine sense of memory to the movie, creating an aura of nostalgia that will leave you in contemplative silence as the credits roll. – Jake Hodges

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‘My Old Ass’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.5/10

My Old Ass

Release Date

September 13, 2024

Runtime

89 minutes

Director

Megan Park

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One of the most underrated new arrivals in 2024, My Old Ass tells the unique tale of young Elliott (Maisy Stella), who ends up coming face-to-face with her future self (Aubrey Plaza) after a mushroom trip sends her to the edge. A laugh-a-minute comedy with plenty to say about love, nostalgia, and longing, My Old Ass is a wonderful showcase of the talents of its lead pairing. Of course, Plaza is already beloved, but the film should long stand as the breakout moment for Stella, with the world of cinema now at her feet. – Jake Hodges

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‘Airplane!’ (1980)

Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 7.7/10

Airplane!

Release Date

July 2, 1980

Runtime

88 minutes

Director

Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker

Writers

Arthur Hailey, Hall Bartlett, John C. Champion, Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, Jerry Zucker

Considered one of the funniest movies ever made, Airplane! follows the farcical journey of a commercial aircraft as a bout of food poisoning incapacitates the crew and leaves one man in charge of saving the day. One of the most quotable movies of all time, Airplane! is a laugh-a-minute thrill ride that never relents on its wonderfully punchy pace. Leslie Nielsen is known as one of comedy’s best, and considering many would tout this as his most iconic performance, Airplane! is certainly worthy of its decades of plaudits. – Jake Hodges

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‘Arrival’ (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.9/10

Arrival

Release Date

November 10, 2016

Runtime

116 Minutes

Director

Denis Villeneuve

Writers

Eric Heisserer, Ted Chiang

Adapted from Ted Chiang’s 1998 novella “Story of Your Life,” Arrival is a science fiction drama movie directed by Denis Villeneuve and written by Eric Heisserer. Presented in a non-linear fashion, the film follows the story of a linguist attempting to find a way to communicate with mysterious aliens who have arrived on Earth for an unknown purpose. Amy Adams stars as the protagonist, Louise Banks, with Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg, and more in supporting roles.

Arrival had its world premiere at the 2016 Venice Film Festival, where it received great critical acclaim. The film has been praised for its direction, concepts, and Adams’ stellar performance. Fascinatingly, the movie has also received praise in academic circles, with linguists lauding the realistic depiction of language studies. Widely regarded as one of the best movies of 2016, Arrival grossed over $200 million worldwide and received eight Academy Award nominations, winning one for Best Sound Editing.

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‘Monkey Man’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 6.9/10

Monkey Man

Release Date

April 4, 2024

Runtime

113 minutes

One of the unsung heroes of 2024’s cinematic slate, Monkey Man is written, directed by, and stars Dev Patel as a man — known only as Kid — who methodically enacts revenge on a sinister elitist group after his mother was murdered. A violent flick with a splash of action, Monkey Man makes for immersive viewing for those looking for an adrenaline rush, as well as those seeking affecting drama. Patel is excellent alongside a cast that never disappoints, with Monkey Man the sort of tale to bring plenty of positive surprises. Not a simple bloodthirsty action film, this has lots more to offer on an emotionally mature level. – Jake Hodges

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‘The Breakfast Club’ (1985)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.8/10

The Breakfast Club

Release Date

February 15, 1985

Runtime

97 minutes

Director

John Hughes

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This John Hughes classic follows a group of unruly teens, each based on a particular stereotype, who are thrown together for a weekend detention. Though at first, it seems they have nothing in common except their dislike of their stern teacher (Paul Gleason), the group grows to learn that there’s more between them than against them, with common ground evolving from the most unlikely of places. For those in their adolescence, The Breakfast Club should be required viewing. Speaking right to the heart of the anxieties of teenagers, The Breakfast Club both acknowledges and soothes them with a tale that touches on the very nature of being human and being kind. It’s an unquestionable classic that, thankfully, you can stream right now. – Jake Hodges

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‘Theater Camp’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 6.9/10

Theater Camp

Release Date

January 21, 2023

Runtime

94 minutes

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The mockumentary genre is one adored by millions, with Theater Camp a fun addition back in 2023. The movie follows AdirondACTS, a run-down theater company in upstate New York looking for much more than a quick lick of paint. With founder Joan (Amy Sedaris) in a coma, it’s up to her useless son, Troy (Jimmy Tatro), to try and bring hope and a future to this failing group. A tale guaranteed to put a smile on your face, Theater Camp brings joy in abundance as the dedicated culture of amateur dramatics is shown in all its glory. Perhaps not everyone will connect to this funny flick, but for theater fans, this is one you certainly won’t want to miss. – Jake Hodges

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‘Challengers’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Challengers

Release Date

April 26, 2024

Runtime

131 Minutes

Writers

Justin Kuritzkes

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Luca Guadagnino’s reputation continues to grow, as does the list of his iconic movies. One such movie released in 2024 is Challengers, a tense romantic drama following the lives of former best friends Patrick (Josh O’Connor) and Art (Mike Faist) as they grow apart alongside Patrick’s former lover and Art’s wife, Tashi (Zendaya). From the outside looking in, Challengers looks to be a sports drama, but, alas, the tennis is merely a gorgeous metaphor for the fast-paced, often tactical match played between Patrick and Art. Looking on from the crowd as a coach is Tashi, playing the two men against each other to feed her own ego. Bolstered by a score for the ages from Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, Challengers is an indulgent, worthwhile experience. – Jake Hodges

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‘Planes, Trains and Automobiles’ (1987)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 7.6/10

This classic ‘80s comedy from the legendary John Hughes stars John Candy and Steve Martin as an unlikely pair who must battle severe weather and cancellations to try and get home for Thanksgiving. With one impatient and world-weary and the other bursting with energy, bad jokes, and, terrible advice, hilarity ensues in one of the decade’s best comedies. Hughes was the master of dragging tender relationships from side-splitting slapstick, with Planes, Trains and Automobiles a perfect example of this. As time edges toward the Thanksgiving season, this is a must-have on any watchlist, especially considering the blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo from the iconic Kevin Bacon. – Jake Hodges

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‘Election’ (1999)

Rotten Tomatoes: 92% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Election

Release Date

April 23, 1999

Runtime

103minutes

Director

Alexander Payne

Writers

Alexander Payne

Co-written and directed by the brilliant Alexander Payne — the man behind the awards darlings Sideways and, more recently, The Holdovers — Election is the story of the academic champion Tracy Flick (Reese Witherspoon) and her campaign for class president that seems destined to win. The only person who stands in her way is teacher Jim McAllister (Matthew Broderick), who fashions his own candidate to try and beat her. Enormously fun and brilliantly quotable, Election feels like Veep if it were a teen comedy. Full of startling pace and full-throttle cynicism, this is a genre-defining piece of work that sets the tone for Payne’s remarkable subsequent filmography. – Jake Hodges

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