The 34 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Video (April 2024)

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 April 2024 to include The Miseducation of Cameron Post.

‘The Miseducation of Cameron Post’ (2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: 76% | IMDb: 6.6/10

Based on the 2012 novel by Emily M. Danforth, The Miseducation of Cameron Post is a coming-of-age drama set in the 90s that stars Chloë Grace Moretz as a teenager sent to a gay conversion therapy center. The movie was directed by Desiree Akhavan, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Cecilia Frugiuele. The film also stars John Gallagher Jr., Sasha Lane, Forrest Goodluck, Marin Ireland, and more. The Miseducation of Cameron Post premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival to largely positive reviews. Critics have praised the humor, intelligence, and compassion that the movie brings to its timely and all-too-real subject. Moretz delivers a brilliant performance in the lead role, and Akhavan’s direction of the film is flawless. Perhaps the greatest triumph of The Miseducation of Cameron Post is the way the movie truthfully explores painful, tragic realities of life while still finding the joy in human connections that get you through the hurt.

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‘Titanic’ (1997)

Rotten Tomatoes: 88% | IMDb: 7.9/10

James Cameron’s Titanic is part disaster film and part romantic drama. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, the film follows a young aristocratic girl who falls in love with a talented artist aboard the doomed ship. A secondary plot follows a treasure hunter searching for a valuable necklace that was lost when the ship sank. Titanic isn’t the best work of anyone involved, and yet it’s probably the biggest milestone in all their careers. The film was massively popular when it was first released and still captivates audiences today. It’s a classic romantic melodrama that features spectacular visuals, career-making performances, and unmatched directorial skill. People still debate aspects of the film (especially that scene) — a fact that demonstrates the movie’s tremendous staying power. Titanic is massive, stunning, and almost entirely fictional. In other words, it’s Hollywood at its best.

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‘The Stepford Wives’ (2004)

Rotten Tomatoes: 26% | IMDb: 5.3/10

Based on Ira Levin’s book of the same name, The Stepford Wives is a black comedy film written by Paul Rudnick and directed by Frank Oz, starring Nicole Kidman, Matthew Broderick, and Glenn Close. Kidman plays Joanna Eberhart, a high-powered TV executive who suffers a nervous breakdown and moves with her family from Manhattan to Stepford, Connecticut, where she soon realizes there’s something wrong with all the women. The film is a remake of a 1975 movie of the same name, and it’s been unfavorably compared to the earlier version. However, while the 1975 Stepford Wives was a horror film, the 2004 version is an out-and-out comedy. If you take the movie on its own terms, it’s actually a very fun, quirky film about evolving gender roles that pokes fun at the very material it’s adapting. Plus, the costumes, acting, and production more than make up for whatever it lacks in terms of the plot.

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‘Top Gun’ (1986)

Rotten Tomatoes: 57% | IMDb: 6.9/10

Directed by Tony Scott and written by Jim Cash and Jack Epps Jr, Top Gun stars Tom Cruise as Lieutenant Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a young naval aviator who gets a chance to attend the Navy’s Fighter Weapons School, Top Gun. The movie also stars Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards, and Tom Skerritt. Top Gun received rather mixed reviews when it first premiered in 1986, but its visual effects and music were considered top-notch even then. In 2022, the film got a legacy sequel, Top Gun: Maverick, that has eclipsed the original to some extent. Nevertheless, the original Top Gun is a high-octane rollercoaster that continues to entertain audiences nearly 40 years after its release. A quintessential 1980s movie, Top Gun has inspired generations of movies, shows, and video games, and, perhaps most importantly, it’s the film that made Tom Cruise the household name he is today.

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‘Frida’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 7.4/10

Directed by Carla Gutierrez in her directorial debut, Frida is a documentary film following the life of legendary Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Based on Kahlo’s own writings, interviews, and correspondence, Frida blends archival material with animation to present a unique look at the artist’s legacy. The film explores key moments in Kahlo’s life, including her relationship with fellow artist Diego Rivera, her affair with Russian revolutionary Leon Trotsky, and her time in the US.

Frida premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received critical acclaim and won the US Documentary Jonathan Oppenheim Editing Award. An ambitious attempt at telling Kahlo’s story in her own words, the film also uses animation to bring some of her most iconic works to life. Frida premiered on Prime Video on March 14, 2024.

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‘Road House’ (2024)

Rotten Tomatoes: 68% | IMDb: 6.3/10

Read Our ReviewA modern reimagining of the 1989 Patrick Swayze film, Road House is an action drama movie that stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Daniela Melchior, and Conor McGregor in his feature film debut. Directed by Doug Liman, the film follows a former UFC fighter who takes a job as a bouncer at a roadhouse in the Florida Keys, only to discover dark secrets. The movie’s screenplay is by Anthony Bagarozzi and Chuck Mondry, and it’s produced by Joel Silver, who also produced the original.

Road House had its world premiere on March 8th, 2024, at the SXSW Festival. With largely positive reviews, the film is a well-executed update of the cult classic it’s based on. This isn’t the sort of movie you watch for the intricate plotting, but if adrenaline is what you’re looking for, then this is the film for you.

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‘The Edge of Seventeen’ (2016)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Kelly Fremon Craig‘s directorial debut (a film which she also wrote), TheEdge of Seventeen, is a coming-of-age story that stars Hailee Steinfeld and Woody Harrelson, with Kyra Sedgwick, Blake Jenner, and Haley Lu Richardson excellent in their supporting roles. Edge of Seventeen is a raw exploration of a cringe-filled experience as Nadine (Steinfeld) navigates high school with a seemingly perfect older brother (Jenner), an image-obsessed mother (Sedgwick), and her best friend (Richardson).

The quippy interactions between Nadine and her teacher (Harrelson) are the true highlight of TheEdge of Seventeen, as their reluctant mentor-mentee relationship feels authentic through the witty dialogue and earnest performances. Steinfeld and Harrelson are the best part of this movie, introducing humor in taxing situations and when confronting heartbreaking realities such as grief and loss. – Yael Tygiel

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‘Bottoms’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 6.8/10

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Bottoms is a 2023 teen comedy starring Ayo Edebiri (The Bear), Ruby Cruz (Mare of Easttown), Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby), Havana Rose Liu, and Kaia Gerber (Babylon). It tells the story of two unpopular students in high school who start a fight club in order to try and find other students to sleep with before graduation. The girls get more and more embroiled in their schemes as time goes on, facing challenges in their own friendship as well. Bottoms features a fun appearance by former NFL football star Marshawn Lynch, who has been expanding his acting resume in recent years.

The film was popular with audiences when it premiered, with critics liking its satirical nature and the way in which it flipped teen tropes on their heads. It was nominated for two Independent Spirit Awards, including Best Screenplay, as well as a GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Film. – Emily Cappello

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‘Belfast’ (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.2/10

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Written and directed by Kenneth Branagh (Murder on the Orient Express), Belfast is a coming-of-age story about a boy’s childhood experiences in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The film takes place in 1969 at the beginning of The Troubles, which was an ethnonationalism conflict fueled by religious discrimination between Protestants and Catholics. While the film’s focus is mainly on nine-year-old Buddy (Jude Hill), it also includes his family life with Me (Caitríona Balfe), Pa (Jamie Dornan), and his older brother, Will (Lewis McAskie).

The film was widely praised by audiences and critics alike, winning Branaugh an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay at the 2022 Academy Awards, in addition to its six other nominations, including Best Picture. At the Golden Globes, Belfast won Best Screenplay in addition to its six other nominations. – Emily Cappello

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‘Women Talking’ (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 6.9/10

Read Our ReviewBased on the book by Miriam Toews, Women Talking is a film that tackles a brutal topic: women living in an isolated religious community as they debate whether or not they can escape the abuse they’re experiencing. Directed and written for the screen by Sarah Polley, the film is an intense ride with many difficult scenes and visuals. It’s best to watch the film if you know you’re in the right headspace and won’t be personally affected by any of the material.

The film won an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and received a Best Picture nomination. It was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards, including Best Original Score by Hildur Guonadóttir and Best Screenplay for Polley. The film stars Rooney Mara (The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo), Judith Ivey (The Devil’s Advocate), Claire Foy (First Man), Frances McDormand (Fargo), and Sheila McCarthy (The Day After Tomorrow). – Emily Cappello

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‘The Blair Witch Project’ (1999)

Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 6.5/10

Considered one of the first found footage horror films, The Blair Witch Project was co-created by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez, who wrote, directed, and edited the film. Starring Heather Donahue, Michael C. Williams, and Joshua Leonard as a trio of film students investigating a mythical witch, The Blair Witch Project succeeded by building not only a fictional documentary but also a brilliant marketing campaign centering on the missing, fictional film students.

Cleverly allowing audiences to freak themselves out rather than rely on scary movie cliches, The Blair Witch Project was groundbreaking and praised for reinvigorating the genre with new elements in the filmmaking game. – Yael Tygiel

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‘Saltburn’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 71% | IMDb: 7.1

Written, directed, and co-produced by Promising Young Woman’s Emerald Fennell, Saltburn reunites her with Carey Mulligan, who appears alongside an incredible cast including Barry Keoghan, Jacob Elordi, Rosamund Pike, and Richard E. Grant. Saltburn focuses on Oliver (Keoghan), a young man struggling through the social side of Oxford University when he’s invited to join the family of charismatic and classy Felix Catton (Elordi) on summer holiday. Wickedly exciting events ensue as the family’s eccentricities are revealed, forcing young Oliver to sink or swim.

Known for her clever storytelling and catchy visuals, Fennell pours her feverish style all over Saltburn. Like Promising Young Woman, Saltburn weaves a thrilling tale exploring the intersection of sex, violence, and class while slathering on a colorful veneer of secrets. Peppered with stellar acting, the talent within the ensemble cast is undeniable, yet it’s Fennell’s ability to maneuver through harshness and humor that sets Saltburn apart. – Yael Tygiel

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‘Tár’ (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.4/10

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Tár revolves around the titular character Lydia Tár (Cate Blanchett), a pioneering conductor of a renowned German Orchestra. At the peak of her career, she’s gearing up for a book launch and a highly anticipated live performance of Mahler’s Fifth Symphony. However, as the following weeks unfold, her life takes a uniquely modern turn, resulting in a compelling exploration of power, its consequences, and its relevance in contemporary society.

Tár is a brilliantly crafted depiction of a complex woman and her various relationships — with her family, her industry, and time itself. The film is also a nuanced work that naturally prompts challenging and uncomfortable conversations about women in positions of power and the potential for power abuse. Furthermore, Tár stands out as an atypical #MeToo movement story in which the perpetrator is a woman. It underscores the important message that danger and threats can emerge from unexpected sources, even within what is traditionally considered a victim pool. Tár also refrains from making overt, accusatory statements about the state of our society and individuals in positions of authority. Instead, it invites the audience to examine Lydia, encouraging them to perceive her in her entirety and to form their own conclusions. – Jessie Nguyen

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‘Funny Girl’ (1968)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Earning eight Academy Award nominations, Funny Girl is the iconic musical comedy film that was not only Barbra Streisand’s film debut but also gave her her first Oscar. Directed by William Wyler, Funny Girl is based on the true story of comedienne Fanny Brice (Streisand), her romance with Nick Arnstein (Omar Sharif), and her rise to stardom around World War I. Supported by Kay Medford and Anne Francis, Funny Girl was adapted by Isobel Lennart from her book for the semi-biographical Broadway show.

With recent returns to Broadway, allowing both Beanie Feldstein and Lea Michele a chance at playing Brice, Funny Girl continues to hold strong to its legacy, yet no performance is better than Streisand’s award-winning portrayal. With hilarious jokes and memorable quips, Funny Girl also shines due to the catchy, and now legendary, musical numbers, including Don’t Rain on My Parade and People. – Yael Tygiel

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‘Heathers’ (1989)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Heathers revolves around Veronica Sawyer, played by Winona Ryder, who is part of a popular but cruel clique of girls, all named Heather, at Westerburg High School. The Heathers, led by the domineering and ruthless Heather Chandler (Kim Walker), engage in manipulative and bullying behavior. Veronica becomes disillusioned with the Heathers and falls for a rebellious new student named Jason “J.D.” Dean (Christian Slater). Together, they embark on a dark and satirical journey, inadvertently causing chaos and violence in the high school.

Even three decades later, Heathers remains an iconic movie about high school and has achieved cult classic status over the years, drawing a dedicated fan base. It satirically comments on high school social dynamics, bullying, and extremes, featuring memorable characters like the domineering Heather Chandler and rebellious J.D., who have left an enduring mark on pop culture. Additionally, Heathers is a unique blend of horror, satire, and teen drama, along with its sharp dialogue and dark high school politics, setting it apart in the high school movie genre. The film’s distinctive ’80s aesthetic and killer soundtrack also further enhance its visual and auditory appeal. Moreover, Ryder flawlessly embodies a character that fans can scarcely believe exists in real life, cementing it as one of her most iconic roles ever. – Jessie Nguyen

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‘Sylvie’s Love’ (2020)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 6.8/10

Set in the hot New York summer of 1957, Sylvie’s Love tells the story of Robert (Nnamdi Asomugha), a saxophonist playing in a jazz quartet led by a less talented bandleader, and Sylvie (Tessa Thompson), a young woman dreaming of a television career while working at her father’s record store as she awaits her fiancé’s return from war. When Robert starts working part-time at the record store, their friendship ignites a profound passion in each of them, unlike anything they’ve ever experienced.

Sylvie’s Love is a nostalgic throwback that envelops the audience in a lush cinematic tapestry of jazz, ambition, and starry-eyed enchantment, creating a captivating and evocative experience. Rather than following the typical “boy meets girl and falls in love” formula, the film presents a narrative that harks back to the classic storytelling of Hollywood’s golden years — an approach that people of color should have had the opportunity to take on leading roles in. Furthermore, the film strikes a balance of being heartwarming without becoming overly sentimental. It also serves as a showcase for the exceptional chemistry between Thompson and Asomugha. In an era when Black love stories were rarely portrayed in this manner, it’s wonderful that we’ve reached a point where such stories can be beautifully depicted. – Jessie Nguyen

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‘Interstellar’ (2014)

Rotten Tomatoes: 73% | IMDb: 8.7/10

Read Our ReviewThis critically acclaimed mind-bender from Christopher Nolan stars Matthew McConaughey as farmer and ex-NASA pilot Cooper, a man charged with entering a wormhole in an attempt to secure a future for humankind. Devastated by its brutal climate, Earth has become uninhabitable, and only a voyage through a newly-found wormhole can discover if another planet may become our new home. However, Cooper’s trip to save the world may, in fact, teach him more about his own life than anyone else’s.

Cinema at its visual best, Interstellar is a masterpiece in modern technology, managing to capture the vast scope and wonder of the universe without ever using broad strokes. Jonathan and Christopher Nolan’s time-bending narrative has to be seen to be believed, with the mind-boggling depths of space matched by the mind-boggling depths of this story. When incredible performances, eye-popping visuals, and a heartfelt story combine, you can guarantee a recipe for success, with Interstellar even winning an Academy Award. – Jake Hodges

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‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 91% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Read Our ReviewBased on the role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons, this film by directors John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein tells the story of Chris Pine’s Edgin Darvis, a bard and former gang member who is left to bring up his daughter alone following the tragic death of his wife. After meeting Holga (Michelle Rodriguez), the two become close, with Holga even acting as a surrogate mother to Edgin’s daughter. As a team, they attempt to find a magic stone to bring the mother back to life but are frustratingly captured and imprisoned before they can succeed. With so much on the line, how will the care of a father defeat the improbable, all in the name of familial love?

Just like the game it comes from, Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is packed full of fun fantasy adventure, with many comparisons made to the Guardians of the Galaxy series. Among an all-star cast, Hugh Grant stands out in his all-new villain era, thriving thanks to his dastardly evil front with a mischievous twinkle in his eye. Despite indulging in its own lore, the plot never loses sight of the genuine depth at its heart, with this movie certainly able to be enjoyed by the entire family. – Jake Hodges

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‘M3GAN’ (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 6.4/10

Read Our ReviewThis futuristic horror stars Allison Williams as Gemma, an engineer at a robotic toy manufacturer whose life changes after she suddenly becomes the sole caregiver to her orphaned 8-year-old niece, Cady (Violet McGraw). Trying to make the most of the situation, Gemma sees Cady as a chance to test out her company’s latest invention: a lifelike robot called M3GAN (Amie Donald), voiced by Jenna Davis. In an attempt to help both herself and her niece, who is struggling to make friends, the prototype robot instead causes unforeseen havoc for all parties involved.

A horror movie with a finger on the pulse of modern attitudes to technology, M3GAN is a disturbing adventure that will make you want to switch off your smart devices. Although the story follows many of the beats a normal horror narrative would, a perfect formula need not be tampered with as director Gerard Johnstone delivers everything a fan of the genre could ask for. Fun, thrilling, and intense, M3GAN is a shining example of why creative horror movies like this are impossible to miss. – Jake Hodges

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‘Top Gun: Maverick’ (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 96% | IMDb: 8.3/10

Read Our ReviewSet 36 years after the release of the original, Top Gun: Maverick catches up with the titular high-flyer (Tom Cruise) after he rejoins the United States Navy Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor program. No longer the budding young talent he once was, Maverick is charged with training up the heroes of tomorrow to face the toughest of missions. With his past also ready to be battled, that particular challenge manifests itself in the form of one of his trainees: the son of his deceased best friend Goose, played by Miles Teller.

Jam-packed full of action stunts and eye-popping set pieces, it could have been easy for director Joseph Kosinski and the rest of the Top Gun team to simply make an ode to the classic it is a sequel of, but Top Gun: Maverick instead uses the pedestal created by the original as a springboard to make one of the most exciting films of the 2020s so far. Put simply, there were many cries for this sequel to not be made, with plenty citing Top Gun’s satisfying ending as more than enough for this particular story… how wrong they were. – Jake Hodges

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