The 40 Best TV Shows on Prime Video
From Fallout to The Boys, Amazon continues to expand its original content.
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As all of the streaming services vie for our attention, Amazon's Prime Video keeps delivering new TV shows we can't help but devour. While big hits like The Boys and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel maintain popularity with viewers, newer shows such as Fallout and Mr. & Mrs. Smith prove that the streamer is developing a ton of impressive content. Whether you're a fan of the action genre, or you prefer mystery stories and thrillers, there's definitely something waiting for you on Prime Video. Here, we round up 40 of the best TV shows to add to your watchlist on Prime Video in 2024.
Fallout
Based on the video game series of the same name, Fallout takes place in the future where a nuclear war has devastated America. Following the attacks, many people went underground, living in expansive bunkers known as Vaults, remaining unaware of what was happening on the surface. However, in 2296, Lucy (Ella Purnell) is forced to leave her Vault after her father (Kyle MacLachlan) is kidnapped. A second season is on the way.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Inspired by the 2005 movie starring Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Mr. & Mrs. Smith tells the story of two spies who pretend to be married while undercover. Maya Erskine and Donald Glover star as the titular spies, and each episode explores a new mission taken on by the fake couple. Created by Glover and Francesca Sloane, the series was initially in development with Phoebe Waller-Bridge before finding its Mrs. Smith in Erskine. A second season is in the works, but is likely to have new leads.
Jury Duty
Jury Duty captivated viewers upon its release with its unique premise. Taking place during a fake trial, this reality TV show has an incredible twist: one of the jurors thinks they're taking part in jury duty for real. James Marsden turns in the performance of his life as an exaggerated version of himself. Heartfelt moments and hilariously awkward situations ensue as juror Ronald Gladden takes part in jury duty, seemingly never suspecting that everyone around him is acting.
Upload
Created by Greg Daniels, who was responsible for adapting The Office for American audiences and for co-creating Parks & Recreation, Upload is a sci-fi infused comedy series starring Robbie Amell. In the not-too-distant future, death is no longer a problem as people can have their identities uploaded to a virtual afterlife. Amell portrays 27-year-old Nathan, a computer programmer whose sudden death leads to him exploring this so-called virtual "heaven."
The Pursuit of Love
Based on Nancy Mitford's 1945 novel of the same name, The Pursuit of Love is a British miniseries about the quest for romance. Lily James and Emily Beecham play two cousins who are both looking for romantic partners, but their likes and dislikes don't always align. Dominic West and Andrew Scott co-star, as does Emily Mortimer, who also wrote and directed the entire miniseries.
Them
Them is a horror anthology series led by Black talent, both onscreen and behind the camera. Executive produced by Lena Waithe and created by Little Marvin, Them expands upon everyday horrors in truly horrifying ways. The first season, subtitled Covenant, focuses on the experiences of a Black family after they move to a predominantly white neighborhood in the 1950s. Season 2, The Scare, is set in the '90s and follows a bloody murder investigation.
One Mississippi
Comedian Tig Notaro co-created One Mississippi with Oscar-winner Diablo Cody, and drew inspiration from her own experiences for the story. Following the death of her mom, radio personality Tig moves home to Bay St. Louis, where she uncovers secrets about her mother's life. Tig also manages a number of her own health issues, having recently gotten a double mastectomy, while handling her grief having lost a parent.
Dead Ringers
Based on David Cronenberg's 1988 movie, Dead Ringers stars Rachel Weisz as twin gynecologists Beverly and Elliot. Despite being involved in a number of instances of medical malpractice, the Mantle twins hope to open their own birthing center. While working towards this goal, complicated romantic relationships and medical issues cause a ton of unsettling drama.
Red Oaks
This retro series takes place at a Jewish country club in New Jersey named Red Oaks in the 1980s. Returning home for the summer, college student David starts working at the club, where he bonds with fellow employees. David's family members also play an important role in the show, with Dirty Dancing icon Jennifer Grey portraying his mom. The show ran for three seasons, and attracted the directing talents of Clueless' Amy Heckerling.
Gen V
Gen V is the first live-action spin-off from The Boys, following on from animated series The Boys Presents: Diabolical. Set at the Godolkin University School of Crimefighting, Gen V follows a group of young adults who are destined to become "supes" after graduation. The school also serves as an interview of sorts, with the most accomplished students getting the change to join The Seven, if they can put their morality aside, that is.
The Summer I Turned Pretty
From the author of To All the Boys I've Loved Before, Jenny Han's The Summer I Turned Pretty tells the story of 15-year-old Belly. For her entire life, Belly has spent every summer with Conrad and Jeremiah, the sons of her mom's best friend, at their beach house. But this summer is different, because Belly is about to turn 16, and she's starting to get noticed. Moms Susannah and Laurel are every bit as wonderful as the teen cast in this dreamy summer series.
Daisy Jones & The Six
Adapted from Taylor Jenkins Reid's best-selling novel of the same name, Daisy Jones & The Six tells the story of the titular band, which became one of the most popular acts of the '70s, before breaking up right after they hit their peak. Riley Keough and Sam Claflin play the two charismatic lead singers, whose antagonistic relationship eventually forms into an intense bond. The beautifully shot drama about the joy of music and the pressures of fame arrives on Prime Video March 3.
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Rachel Brosnahan has netted an Emmy and two Golden Globes for her performance as Miriam "Midge" Maisel in Amy Sherman-Palladino's comedy drama. Set in the 1950s and 1960s, Midge starts pursuing a career as a stand-up comedian after her husband leaves her. A fifth and final season wrapped up the adventures of Mrs. Maisel, but there's no better time for a rewatch.
The Boys
The Boys is one of Prime Video's splashiest shows, with Seth Rogen serving as an executive producer. Based upon the comic book series of the same name, The Boys isn't your usual superhero fare. In this universe, superheroes routinely abuse their powers, so a group of vigilantes tries to stop "the supes" from wreaking havoc. Expect gratuitous sex and violence.
A League of Their Own
Adapted from the 1992 movie, Prime Video's A League of Their Own was co-created by Broad City's Abbi Jacobson, who also stars. The series, which is set in 1943, focuses on women's baseball team the Rockford Peaches, and has already been praised for its strong LGBTQ+ content. While Jacobson plays Carson Shaw, the team's catcher, Chanté Adams stars as Max Chapman, a talented player who faces racist discrimination in her pursuit of the game.
Homecoming
Julia Roberts stars as social worker Heidi is this psychological thriller about soldiers adjusting to civilian life. However, it soon becomes clear that the Homecoming live-in facility Heidi works at is conducting scientific studies on her patients, and a high-level conspiracy unravels. A second season starring Janelle Monáe (who is superb) followed, but nothing could quite capture the quiet brilliance of Roberts's 10-episode stint.
Chloe
This twisted thriller from BBC One and Amazon Studios stars The Crown's Erin Doherty as a lonely woman called Becky who can't stop thinking about her childhood friend Chloe, who recently committed suicide. In order to orchestrate a chance meeting with one of Chloe's friends, Becky adopts a new identity and starts to enjoy the conceit a little too much.
The Underground Railroad
Based on the novel by Colson Whitehead, and adapted by Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins, The Underground Railroad tells the story of two enslaved plantation workers traveling to freedom. The real-life network of people and safe houses that contributed to the abolition of slavery is represented by a literal underground railroad in Prime Video's stark and stunning adaptation.
LuLaRich
This four-part documentary focuses on multilevel-marketing clothing company LuLaRoe, which was accused of being a pyramid scheme by some of its former workers. The series features interviews with LuLaRoe's owners, as well as multiple former employees and sellers, about the bizarre and questionable things they experienced while attempting to sell colorful leggings.
I Love Dick
There's only one season of I Love Dick, but don't let that distract from its brilliance. Based on Chris Kraus's inimitable novel, Kathryn Hahn stars as an unsuccessful artist who moves to Marfa, Texas, with her husband, who is undertaking a research fellowship. She quickly becomes infatuated with brooding artist Dick (played by Kevin Bacon) and struggles to contain her burgeoning sexual desires. To make matters complicated, Dick just so happens to be her husband's fellowship sponsor.
