In recent years, Netflix And Apple TV+ are fighting to provide the most prestigious movie deals, but some of the best movies can be found on Amazon Prime Video. The streamer was one of the first to pick up film festival darlings and other lovable favorites, and these films are all still there in the library, so if they flew under your radar the first time around, now’s the perfect time to catch up.
Our picks for the best movies on Amazon Prime are below. All the films in our guide are included in your Prime membership – no rentals here. Once you’ve looked at your fill, check out our listings for the best shows on Netflix And best movies on Disney+ if you’re looking for something else to watch. We also have a guide on the best shows on Amazonif that’s what you want.
Sinners
When twin brothers Smoke and Stack (both Michael B. Jordan) return to Mississippi after years in Chicago, intending to open a new juke joint, they are prepared to confront the rampant and mundane evils of the Jim Crow South. They are less prepared to face Remmick (Jack O’Connell), a wandering vampire, who plans to turn the brothers’ opening night into a bloodbath. Sinners is, however, much more than a horror film. Its exploration of the era, the communities and the prejudices of the time gives it a richness and resonance that transcends genres. Beautifully shot, and already the record holder for most Oscar nominations of all time, Sinners shows exactly why writer-director Ryan Coogler is a generational talent.
