18 Best TV Shows on Prime Video in 2026

Amazon Prime offers a wide selection of great and legendary shows. Whether it’s comedy or action, the streaming platform offers gems across every genre. However, with a plethora of television shows, it’s not surprising to see even passionate cinephiles get overwhelmed when deciding which shows to watch. So, here, I have curated a list of 18 Best TV Shows that you shouldn’t miss watching on Prime Video in 2026.

Top TV Shows on Prime Overview

Here’s an overview of the Top 10 entries on the list that you should check out before proceeding with the list.

TV Show Name	Details
Suits	Release Date: June 23, 2011 Director: Aaron Korsh IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.4/91%% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Office	Release Date: March 24, 2005 Director: Ricky Gervais IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 9/81% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Boys	Release Date: July 26, 2019 Director: Eric Kripke IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.6/93% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Walking Dead	Release Date: October 31, 2010 Director: Frank Darabont IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.1/79% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Reacher	Release Date: February 4, 2022 Director: Sam Hill IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8/96% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Good Omens	Release Date: May 31, 2019 Director: Neil Gaiman IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8/86% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Wheel of Time	Release Date: November 19, 2021 Director: Rafe Judkins IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 7.2/88% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Supernatural	Release Date: September 28, 2006 Director: Eric Kripke IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 8.4/93% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Sherlock	Release Date: July 25, 2010 Director: Mark Gatiss IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 9/78% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power	Release Date: September 1, 2022 Director: J.D. Payne and Patrick McKay IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Ratings: 6.9/84% Streaming Platform: Amazon Prime Video

My Top Amazon Prime TV Shows I Always Recommend

Below, I have discussed three television series that you shouldn’t skip on Amazon Prime Video.

FROM

FROM is one of the best horror television shows I have watched on Amazon Prime Video. Unlike many series of the genre, the story of FROM doesn’t feel unnecessarily stretched even for a minute. It is a slow-burning horror that doesn’t let you predict anything until it chooses to reveal itself. You have to be patient to keep up with the mindblowing series to enjoy it to the fullest.

Supernatural

Now, here’s Supernatural, which, as it did for most of the viewers, became my favourite because it has Jensen Ackles. Well, that is the top thing, but it’s not the entire reason I recommended the series to anyone. Supernatural is really an exciting horror television show as it mixes horror, humour, and emotional elements naturally. One moment, it gives you goosebumps with an episode featuring ghosts; the other moment, you will find yourself giggling while watching the dynamic between Sam and Dean.

The Office

The Office is my go-to series whenever I feel I have nothing to watch. No matter how many times I have watched it, it still feels fresh. I watch it mostly when I have my supper, as that’s the time I enjoy it the most. It’s one such show that can lighten one’s mood anytime. So, if you want to laugh your lungs out, The Office is a must-watch, if you haven’t already.

Best TV Shows on Amazon Prime Video

This list contains some of the best television shows that you can find on Amazon Prime Video. So, do not miss out on any one of these.

Suits

• Release Date: June 23, 2011
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Aaron Korsh)
• Cast: Gabriel Macht, Patrick J. Adams, Meghan Markle, Sarah Rafferty, Rick Hoffman, Gina Torres
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.4/91%
• Seasons/Episodes: 9/134

College expellee Mike Ross gets a job opportunity in one of the biggest law firms in New York. He gets interviewed by Harvey Spectar and gets selected as well. Together, the duo solves many cases, but they have some big secrets that must be kept hidden from their colleagues and rivals, of course.

Suits is definitely the best courtroom drama series ever and certainly one of the best TV shows on Prime Video. Be it the amazing performances or the chemistry between the characters, everything about the TV series is absolutely top-notch. Besides that, Suits is written in such a way that it will not let you get up from your seats until the end (it’s that addictive).

The Office

• Release Date: March 24, 2005
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Greg Daniels; based on the British series by Ricky Gervais & Stephen Merchant)
• Cast: Steve Carell, John Krasinski, Jenna Fischer, Rainn Wilson, Mindy Kaling, B.J. Novak, Ed Helms
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 9/81%
• Seasons/Episodes: 9/201

The Office is a mockumentary American sitcom about Dunder Mifflin Paper Company’s employees and their hilarious manager. In every episode, we see the employees’ everyday lives and humorous encounters with each other.

Despite being the counterpart of the already famed British show of the same name, the American version of The Office has garnered next-level fanfare over the years. The one-liners and hilarious reactions of the characters played a huge role in the TV Show’s success.

The Boys

• Release Date: July 26, 2019
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Eric Kripke)
• Cast: Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Antony Starr, Erin Moriarty, Laz Alonso, Tomer Capone, Karen Fukuhara
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.6/93%
• Seasons/Episodes: 4/32

The Boys was created by the one who blessed us with Jensen Ackles’ Supernatural. Based on a comic book series, The Boys revolves around the superheroes of the influential corporation Vought International. However, they are nowhere near the likes of Superman or the other superheroes who we witnessed fighting for good. In fact, The Boys introduces us to self-centered and corrupt superheroes. Conversely, it also introduces us to a group known as ‘The Boys’ who intend to bring these good-for-nothing individuals down.

The Boys is a drama series that shows what would happen if superpowers got into the wrong hands. Filled with bloodshed and gore, this black comedy is a must-watch for fans of this genre. Excellent writing, a brilliant star cast, and fabulous cinematography are some of the major things that make The Boys stand out in the crowd. And with the recently concluded The Boys Season 4, this TV show has gained immense popularity.

The Walking Dead

• Release Date: October 31, 2010
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Frank Darabont; based on the comic by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore & Charlie Adlard)
• Cast: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Danai Gurira, Lauren Cohan, Chandler Riggs
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.1/79%
• Seasons/ Episodes: 11/171

Adapted from the comic book of the same name, The Walking Dead is a post-apocalyptic drama series that has been with us since 2010. The series revolves around a group of survivors led by the Sheriff’s deputy, Rick Grimes, after the world gets taken over by the ‘Walkers.’ Any person who gets scratched or bitten by the walkers will transform into one after some time or after dying. So, these survivors must protect themselves by any means from these brain-dead creatures.

Several movies and TV shows have explored the same concept, but The Walking Dead certainly stands out the best among them. The top-level cinematography and the spectacular zombie action made the series legendary.

Reacher

• Release Date: February 4, 2022
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Nick Santora; based on the Jack Reacher novels by Lee Child)
• Cast: Alan Ritchson, Malcolm Goodwin, Willa Fitzgerald, Maria Sten, Serinda Swan
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8/96%
• Seasons/Episodes: 3/24

The crime drama series Reacher is based on Lee Child’s novel Jack Reacher. It tells the story of a former military personnel, John Reacher, who gets arrested for a crime he never committed. After coming out of prison, Jack makes two police officers his allies and starts investigating the criminal acts happening in Margrave, Georgia.

The source material was well received by enthusiasts, and so was the TV show. With an incredible main character and action sequences, Reacher is a binge-watch-worthy crime drama on Amazon Prime Video.

Good Omens

• Release Date: May 31, 2019
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Neil Gaiman; based on the novel by Terry Pratchett & Neil Gaiman)
• Cast: David Tennant, Michael Sheen, Jon Hamm, Adria Arjona, Miranda Richardson
• IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8/86%
• Seasons/Episodes: 2/12

Like some of the entries on the list of best series on Prime Video, Good Omens is also adapted from a book released in 1990. It follows an angel and a demon named Aziraphale and Crowley, respectively. Despite coming from two sides that never made any alliance, Crowley and Aziraphale are fond of each other. They represent Hell and Heaven on Earth and are in love with the life on the planet. When the end of Earth gets near in the form of the Antichrist, the Angel, and the Demon must do everything necessary to prevent the calamity.

The crisp dialogue, the comedy, and the actors make the show worth a while. Besides that, it won’t be unfair to say that the creators did justice to the original story.

The Wheel of Time

• Release Date: November 19, 2021
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Rafe Judkins; based on the novels by Robert Jordan)
• Cast: Rosamund Pike, Daniel Henney, Josha Stradowski, Zoë Robins, Madeleine Madden, Marcus Rutherford
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 7.2/88%
• Seasons/Episodes: 3/24

The Wheel of Time is a fantasy TV show based on a book by the same name. The story is about a woman named Moiraine Damodred who approaches five individuals from a secluded village and takes them on a deadly adventure. She believes one of them to be the rebirth of a powerful dragon who will either break or save the world once and for all.

The Wheel of Time is an intriguing piece of entertainment that features several European and Asian mythological elements. The TV Show has everything, be it a beautifully visualized setting or the actors putting their heart and soul into the role. The series was highly hyped up ahead of its release, and it surely lived up to the expectations of every fan.

Supernatural

• Release Date: September 13, 2005
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Eric Kripke)
• Cast: Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Misha Collins, Mark Sheppard
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.4/93%
• Seasons/Episodes: 15/327

After losing his wife to a supernatural entity, John Winchester raised his two sons, Dean and Sam. He teaches them how to fight evil spirits, so after growing up, the brothers embark on a perilous journey where they either have to kill or get killed.

The best part of Supernatural from the very beginning has been Jensen Ackles’ Dean, of course. The first episode of the TV show gets you hooked, and the chemistry between the main characters, Sam and Dean, doesn’t let you stop admiring the brother duo. Apart from that, the spooky elements of the show can sometimes give you goosebumps if you’re watching it at night.

Sherlock

• Release Date: July 25, 2010
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Steven Moffat & Mark Gatiss)
• Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Martin Freeman, Andrew Scott, Una Stubbs, Rupert Graves
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 9/78%
• Seasons/Episodes: 4/13

Benedict Cumberbatch, starring as Sherlock, is set in London and features the fictional detective Sherlock solving mysteries in the country. He is accompanied by his friend and a flatmate. Initially, he isn’t seen as trustworthy by the locals, but soon after learning about Sherlock’s observation skills, he becomes valuable to those who doubt him.

Sherlock’s stories have been featured in numerous media, but this is undoubtedly the best one to date. No wonder it has such a top-tier rating on IMDb. Cumberbatch’s Sherlock was highly appreciated for its direction, writing, and acting. It has also received several accolades, including BAFTAs and Emmys.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

• Release Date: September 1, 2022
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by J.D. Payne & Patrick McKay; based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s works)
• Cast: Morfydd Clark, Robert Aramayo, Ismael Cruz Córdova, Markella Kavenagh, Charlie Vickers, Owain Arthur
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 6.9/84%
• Seasons/Episodes: 2/16

The Rings of Power, the prequel series to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, takes place several centuries before the events of the aforementioned movie series. It takes us to the second age of Middle-earth, which marked the beginning of some significant events. We witness the forging of great powers, influential kingdoms going downhill, darkness taking over the entire world, and so much more.

The Rings of Power arrived on Amazon Prime in 2022, and on its first day, it broke the streaming platform’s records. While TV shows or movies are criticized for CGI, The Ring of Power received high praise for the same. Apart from the strong plot, the music and the costumes are some of the primary elements contributing to the series’ success.

Fallout

• Release Date: April 10, 2024
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Geneva Robertson-Dworet & Graham Wagner; based on the video game franchise by Bethesda)
• Cast: Ella Purnell, Walton Goggins, Aaron Moten, Kyle MacLachlan, Moisés Arias
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.3/95%
• Seasons/Episodes: 2/12

Based on the beloved video game series, the Fallout television show was released on Amazon Prime in April 2024. The worldwide fandom heavily praised Ella Purnell and Walton Goggins for their solid portrayals of the titular characters of the show. Moreover, the storytelling and faithfulness to the source material made it a success. No wonder the television series was renewed for a second season one week after the premiere.

Following the 2077 Nuclear War, the survivors took refuge in the fallout shelters called Vaults. Centuries later, a girl named Lucy sets out on a dangerous journey to find her father, who has been abducted by the wasteland raiders. On the way, she comes across the Ghoul and the Brotherhood of Steel.

Gen V

• Release Date: September 29, 2023
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Craig Rosenberg, Evan Goldberg, & Eric Kripke)
• Cast: Jaz Sinclair, Chance Perdomo, Lizze Broadway, Maddie Phillips, Derek Luh, Asa Germann
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 7.6/94%
• Seasons/Episodes: 2/16

Gen V serves as a spin-off series of The Boys, so it created a lot of hype before its official release. The series featured the same dark humor that made The Boys popular. However, unlike the predecessor, this series featured a group of young superheroes exploring their powers and self-identity. The television show basically became popular among young viewers who often grapple with the same things that the young superheroes of Gen V go through.

Gev V follows a group of young superheroes who try harder to be the top of Godolkin University School. However, when the dark secrets of the school are unveiled, they must choose the right path for themselves. This is the best time to watch the first season, as Gen V Season 2 is expected to arrive this year.

FROM

• Release Date: February 20, 2022
• Director: Multiple directors (created by John Griffin; executive produced by Jack Bender)
• Cast: Harold Perrineau, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Eion Bailey, David Alpay, Elizabeth Saunders
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 7.8/96%
• Seasons/Episodes: 3/30

FROM is a science fiction horror television series on Prime Video that is really addictive. If you decide to start watching it, I guarantee you won’t be able to stop mid-way. The series is really good at keeping the viewer hooked from the first episode. It features a slow-burning story that consistently feeds you questions, but doesn’t resolve everything quickly.

The television series is set in a town that you can’t escape after entering. Yes, people live there, and we also see them working and behaving normally in the daytime. However, as night falls, we find them getting trapped inside their homes, so that they can prevent falling prey to the creatures that start showing up out of nowhere.

The Good Doctor

• Release Date: September 25, 2017
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by David Shore; based on the South Korean series by Park Jae-bum)
• Cast: Freddie Highmore, Antonia Thomas, Nicholas Gonzalez, Hill Harper, Richard Schiff, Christina Chang
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8/71%
• Seasons/Episodes: 7/126

The Good Doctor is one such television series that you shouldn’t miss. It revolves around Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome. However, despite struggling with social interaction, emotional expression, and communication, he joins prestigious San Jose St. Bonaventure Hospital. His colleagues believe that he isn’t eligible for the demanding profession, but no judgment could stop him from moving towards his goals, that is, to prove his worth to the world.

The unique main protagonist and the heartwarming storyline garnered The Good Doctor a decent audience base that praised Freddie Highmore’s performance as Dr. Shaun Murphy. Fans also fell for the well-crafted story that never failed to make them resonate with the characters every now and then.

The 100

• Release Date: March 19, 2014
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Jason Rothenberg; based on the novel by Kass Morgan)
• Cast: Eliza Taylor, Bob Morley, Marie Avgeropoulos, Lindsey Morgan, Richard Harmon, Henry Ian Cusick
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 7.5/93%
• Seasons/Episodes: 7/100

The 100 is a strong science-fiction television series with strong world-building and a complex storyline that becomes easier to follow as the story progresses. It’s one of those rare shows in which no one is truly a hero; everyone is portrayed as a human, not a messiah, who often gets into trouble by making bad choices. Despite being disappointed by the polarizing ending, fans say it is a worthwhile series for sci-fi fans.

Earth has become uninhabitable after the Nuclear war that took place nearly 100 years before the present timeline. The last humans now live in the Ark, a space habitat, which is facing resource scarcity. 100 juveniles are sent to Earth to determine whether it has become habitable again.

Dexter

• Release Date: October 1, 2006
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by James Manos Jr.; based on the novel Darkly Dreaming Dexter by Jeff Lindsay)
• Cast: Michael C. Hall, Jennifer Carpenter, David Zayas, James Remar, Julie Benz
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.6/71%
• Seasons/Episodes: 8/96%

Dexter is a mind-blowing thriller television series that will make you root for someone who kills without hesitation. Michael C. Hall’s strong portrayal as Dexter Morgan gives you plenty of reasons to do so, and the internal monologue of the show keeps raising tension and pushes every viewer to side with someone who is constantly fighting his own demons. Well, if you enjoy shows with anti-heroes like Breaking Bad, you can surely not miss out on this one.

Dexter Morgan is the main protagonist of the television series, who had a traumatized childhood after losing his mother to death. His adoptive father makes him a vigilante killer, who is not allowed to spare those who deserve to be punished but have somehow escaped justice. As the story progresses, Dexter struggles to maintain his double life while dealing with guilt and his true identity.

The Handmaid’s Tale

• Release Date: April 26, 2017
• Director: Multiple directors (developed by Bruce Miller; based on the novel by Margaret Atwood)
• Cast: Elisabeth Moss, Joseph Fiennes, Yvonne Strahovski, Ann Dowd, Alexis Bledel, Madeline Brewer
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.3/83%
• Seasons/Episodes: 6/66%

Based on the 1985 novel of the same name, The Handmaid’s Tale is set in the totalitarian world of Gilead, where no one, specifically the women, is allowed to make any decisions on their own. They are stripped of their rights and are forced to lead their lives by the rules set by the male leaders of Gilead. They are divided into different social classes, and the ones with the ability to conceive are forced to bear children for powerful men.

The Handmaid’s Tale was highly praised by the global fandom upon its release. Viewers liked the bold storytelling and strong performances. It also received several accolades, such as Emmys for Outstanding Drama Series, Lead Actress, and Directing.

Fleabag

• Release Date: July 21, 2016
• Director: Multiple directors (created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge)
• Cast: Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Sian Clifford, Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman, Brett Gelman
• IMDb / Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 8.7/100%
• Seasons/Episodes: 2/12

Now, here is a television show that uses fourth wall breaks to grab the attention of the fandom worldwide. Starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge in the lead role, the series has every right to be a part of your watchlist, as you wouldn’t have watched a show with such sharp humour in a while. However, it’s not only the comedic elements that make it worthwhile; in fact, the series also navigates loneliness, self-sabotage, and guilt, which makes it relatable.

Dealing with the death of her best friend, a young woman in London navigates her normal life while hiding her pain behind the jokes and sarcasm. As the story moves forward, she becomes more mature and finally learn to live with the emotional pain instead of running from it.

Platforms like Amazon Prime Video don’t disappoint when it comes to amazing TV Shows. However, for now, this list covers only the 18 best series I recommend watching in 2026.