"I Watch It for the Plot!" 10 Guilty Pleasures Streaming on Prime

1. Too Old to Die Young (2019)

Step into the neon-soaked underworld of Los Angeles. It's a dog-eat-dog world, and detective Martin Jones is the dog on top. However, a life-changing encounter with an assassin draws him into a criminal vortex. As Martin sinks deeper, he finds himself navigating an ensemble of oddballs, such as cartel leaders, hitmen, and Yakuza soldiers. The lines between justice and crime blur, morality is merely a guideline, and the blood flows like the finest wine. A noir thriller? More like a crimson escapade.

2. The Boys (2019-present)

Imagine a world where superheroes aren't just adored, they're worshipped. In this reality, The Seven are the shining stars. They've got the public's hearts in their pockets, but they're not the good guys. A group of vigilantes known as The Boys are set on exposing these super-beings for what they really are. Led by Billy Butcher, they uncover conspiracies, scandalous secrets, and crimes. It's a cat-and-mouse game, only the mice have laser eyes and flight powers. Revenge is served hot, and The Boys are ready to feast.

3. Hanna (2019-2021)

Ever wondered what it takes to mold a child into an assassin? In the forests of Eastern Europe, a man named Erik trains his daughter, Hanna, in survival and combat. But why? The truth unravels when a rogue CIA operative, Marissa, hunts them down. Hanna learns she's part of a secretive program that genetically modifies children into super-soldiers. A cross-continental chase ensues, as Hanna seeks answers and vengeance. It's a spy thriller, but not as you know it.

4. Tales from the Loop (2020)

If you were to put sci-fi, melancholy, and a pinch of surrealism in a blender, Tales from the Loop would be the resulting concoction. In a small town, an enigmatic facility known as "The Loop" creates bizarre phenomena. Each episode explores the lives of the townsfolk, from a girl who can control time to a boy who discovers a parallel universe.

Sci-fi takes a backseat, and heartfelt tales of love, loss, and self-discovery shine through. It's a strange world, where anything is possible and yet, nothing is as it seems. Twilight Zone, meet modern existentialism.

5. The Romanoffs (2018)

How's this for a quirky premise: an anthology series where each episode features a different story about people who believe they are descendants of the Russian royal family, the Romanoffs. From a European actress to an American couple, these characters traverse a myriad of emotions, relationships, and conflicts.

Love, betrayal, and identity form the pillars of this engaging series. In the world of The Romanoffs, the past is never really the past. It's a patchwork quilt of tales, woven with the threads of a dynasty. Are they really Romanoffs? Does it even matter?

6. Upload (2020-present)

Picture a future where the afterlife has been digitized. When computer programmer Nathan dies prematurely, his consciousness is "uploaded" into a luxurious digital afterlife. In this new world, he can enjoy anything he wants, as long as he can afford it. However, Nathan becomes suspicious of the circumstances surrounding his death. With the help of Nora, his living customer service representative, he tries to uncover the truth.

7. The Wilds (2020-2022)

What happens when you mix teenage drama with a deserted island setting? You get The Wilds. A group of teenage girls from different backgrounds finds themselves stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash. As they struggle to survive, their past traumas, personal struggles, and clashing personalities surface.

However, this isn't just a random accident. The girls soon learn they are part of a mysterious social experiment orchestrated by a secretive organization. It's a modern-day Lord of the Flies, but with an all-female cast and a sinister twist.

8. Hunters (2020-2023)

It's the late 1970s in New York City, and Nazi hunters are on the prowl. Led by the enigmatic Meyer Offerman, this diverse group of vigilantes is determined to track down high-ranking Nazi officials hiding in the U.S. and bring them to justice. Jonah, a young Jewish man, joins the team after his grandmother is killed by a mysterious intruder.

As they uncover a vast conspiracy and face moral dilemmas, the line between justice and vengeance becomes increasingly blurred. This gripping drama mixes elements of a thriller, historical fiction, and a sprinkling of Tarantino-esque action. It's a cat-and-mouse game, but the stakes are much higher than just catching a mouse.

9. Utopia (2020)

Take a comic book, a group of enthusiastic fans, and add a dose of conspiracy – you've got Utopia. When a group of fans discovers the sequel to their favorite underground comic, they soon realize it may hold the key to preventing a global pandemic.

The unlikely heroes are drawn into a dangerous adventure as they try to uncover the truth behind the comic's cryptic predictions. Along the way, they're pursued by a shadowy organization and meet Jessica Hyde, a character from the comic who turns out to be real. It's a whirlwind of action, twists, and a touch of dark humor.

10. Them (2021)

Step back into 1950s America, where the Emory family, a Black family, moves to an all-white neighborhood in Los Angeles. From the get-go, they face blatant racism and discrimination. As if that wasn't enough, supernatural occurrences plague their new home. Each episode delves into the family's struggles and their attempts to survive both the human and supernatural threats. It's a horror series, but it's also a reflection on the real horrors of racism and prejudice. The monsters are both literal and metaphorical.