15 Shows to Watch if You Subscribed to Prime for the First Time
Here are the Amazon Prime Video shows everyone's been talking about for a while, so join the club.
1. The Boys
Welcome to a world where superheroes are the new celebrities, but behind the glamour lies corruption and darkness. The Seven, a team of superheroes, are loved by the public but are secretly controlled by the powerful Vought Corporation. Things get intense when Hughie Campbell, a regular guy, suffers a personal tragedy caused by a superhero. Seeking revenge, Hughie joins The Boys, a group led by the no-nonsense Billy Butcher, who's got his own vendetta.
2. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Miriam "Midge" Maisel's perfect life takes a surprising turn when her marriage ends, leading her to discover an unexpected talent in stand-up comedy. In the conservative 1950s, Midge's choice of career is anything but typical. With the support of her manager Susie, Midge defies societal norms, performing in clubs across New York. The series gives an inside look at Midge's unconventional journey, battling sexism and family expectations while delivering killer comedy sets that win the crowd.
3. The Expanse
Space, the final frontier, is divided among Earth, Mars, and the Asteroid Belt, each vying for resources and power. When Joe Miller, a Belter detective, is assigned to find a missing woman, Julie Mao, he's pulled into a galaxy-spanning conspiracy. Aboard the spaceship Rocinante, Captain James Holden and his crew get caught in the crossfire of interplanetary tensions.
4. Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan
CIA analyst Jack Ryan is thrust into the dangerous world of fieldwork when he uncovers suspicious financial transactions linked to an Islamic extremist. Moving from the safety of his desk job, Ryan is caught in a cat-and-mouse game across Europe and the Middle East. The show is an adrenaline rush of espionage and political intrigue, revealing Ryan's transformation from a by-the-books analyst to a skilled operative confronting threats to national security.
5. Fleabag
Meet Fleabag, a dry-witted, sexually adventurous, and financially unstable woman navigating modern London life. After the death of her best friend and business partner, she struggles with grief, family relationships, and her failing café. The series offers a raw, unfiltered look at the protagonist's chaotic life, delivering both comedy and drama. In the second season, Fleabag's world turns more complicated as she develops feelings for a priest
6. Bosch
Harry Bosch, a seasoned detective with the Los Angeles Police Department, is committed to justice but haunted by his past. When a young boy's body is discovered in the woods, Bosch faces the ghosts of his own history as a child who lost his mother to violence. Amid the sun-soaked streets and dark corners of LA, the detective juggles complex relationships with his daughter and ex-wife while confronting the city's most sinister criminals.
7. Good Omens
An unlikely partnership forms between Aziraphale, a fussy angel, and Crowley, a loose-living demon, who've grown fond of Earth and are not keen on the impending apocalypse. The series follows their comedic attempts to prevent the end of the world, triggered by the birth of the Antichrist, an 11-year-old boy unaware of his destiny. The celestial buddies grapple with Heaven and Hell's expectations, human free will, and an array of quirky characters, including the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse.
8. Goliath
Billy McBride, a washed-up lawyer, finds redemption and a slew of enemies when he agrees to tackle a wrongful death lawsuit against the massive law firm he helped create. Every case is a David versus Goliath battle as Billy, armed with his wit and a small team of allies, confronts powerful corporations and corrupt individuals.
9. Carnival Row
In a Victorian fantasy world, mythological immigrant creatures live alongside humans but are relegated to the dangerous and impoverished area of Carnival Row. Detective Rycroft Philo Philostrate investigates a series of gruesome murders threatening the uneasy peace. Amidst political corruption and social unrest, Philo's own secret identity becomes central to the mysteries he must solve. His love affair with Vignette, a faerie, adds a romantic yet tumultuous dimension to the series.
10. Hunters
In 1977 New York City, Jonah Heidelbaum discovers a secret group of Nazi hunters led by Meyer Offerman, following the murder of his grandmother. The hunters reveal that hundreds of Nazis are living undercover in America, planning to create a Fourth Reich. The show is a mix of historical revelations and action-packed sequences, where the hunters use equal parts wits and weaponry to prevent the Nazis' twisted plans.
11. Sneaky Pete
Marius Josipovic, a con artist, adopts the identity of his former cellmate Pete Murphy to evade a vicious gangster. He infiltrates the real Pete's estranged family, who run a bail bond business and are none the wiser. Every episode is a balancing act as Marius navigates his new identity while protecting the family from the dangers of his criminal past. The double life scenario is spun with intricate cons and revelations, unraveling Marius/Pete's complex relationships and secrets.
12. Homecoming
Heidi Bergman, a former therapist at the Homecoming Transitional Support Center, assists soldiers transitioning to civilian life. However, the center's true purpose is shrouded in mystery. Years later, a Department of Defense auditor questions Heidi, unraveling a conspiracy that unveils the unsettling practices at Homecoming. The series combines psychological tension with corporate intrigue, chronicling Heidi's realization and confrontation of the unethical experiments performed on the soldiers.
13. Hanna
Raised in the wilderness by her ex-mercenary father, Hanna has been trained to survive. Unbeknownst to her, they're being hunted by a rogue CIA operative with secrets to protect. When Hanna is thrust into the real world, she embarks on a dangerous journey that unravels her origins and the CIA's intentions.
14. The Tick
In a world where superheroes are a common sight, an accountant with no powers, Arthur Everest, discovers a city-wide conspiracy led by a supervillain thought to be dead. Arthur teams up with The Tick, a blue-suited superhero with memory issues. The odd duo battles an array of villains, uncovering a plot that threatens the entire city. The series is a comedic, action-packed escapade that mocks yet celebrates the superhero genre, led by the quirky, often absurd, but always endearing Tick.
15. Tales from the Loop
Inspired by the art of Simon Stålenhag, the series focuses on the townspeople living above "The Loop", a machine built to unlock the mysteries of the universe. Each episode follows different characters as they encounter the strange and otherworldly effects of The Loop. A girl who manipulates time, a man who exists parallel to himself – the series weaves individual narratives into a larger mix.