Jenny Han’s The Summer I Turned Pretty continues to dominate as the most popular show on Prime Video. The last episode of the show’s third and final season was released on September 17, with a feature-film continuation in development. Although the finale has sparked mixed reactions, it’s clear that this romantic drama is the talk of Prime Video subscribers. However, there are many other excellent shows available on the platform. From character-driven thrillers to sci-fi horror, there’s something for everyone on Amazon’s streaming service. Here’s a look at three great shows we recommend watching this week on Prime Video.
For more recommendations, check out our list of the best shows and movies on Prime Video.
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‘The Better Sister’ (2025)
Created by Olivia Milch, The Better Sister is a limited thriller series based on Alafair Burke’s eponymous 2019 novel, starring Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks. The show follows estranged sisters Chloe (Biel) and Nicky (Banks), one married to and the other divorced from the same man, Adam (Corey Stoll), whose shocking murder forces them to collaborate to protect their loved ones. The series also features Kim Dickens, Maxwell Acee Donovan, Bobby Naderi, Gabriel Sloyer, Matthew Modine, Lorraine Toussaint, and Gloria Reuben in supporting roles.
The Better Sister premiered in May 2025 to mixed but generally positive reviews, earning praise for the performances and chemistry of Banks and Biel. While the story is somewhat familiar, it remains an enjoyable watch thanks to the dramatic talents of its leading duo. Biel delivers a characteristically brilliant performance, while Banks shines in one of her best roles in recent years. Their combined talents elevate the series even when the plot encounters challenges.
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‘Three Pines’ (2022)
Based on the Inspector Gamache novels by Louise Penny, Three Pines is a mystery series created by Emilia di Girolamo, featuring Alfred Molina as Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec. The show follows Gamache as he investigates cases in the quiet Quebec village of Three Pines. The series also stars Rossif Sutherland, Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers, Tantoo Cardinal, Clare Coulter, Sarah Booth, Anna Tierney, and Roberta Battaglia.
Three Pines, presenting four intriguing cases across eight episodes, was generally well-received by critics upon its premiere in December 2022. Although it didn’t achieve mainstream success and was canceled after one season, the series is a well-crafted and underrated anthology anchored by Molina’s performance. It masterfully adapts its source material while incorporating significant themes related to Canadian history and social issues, making it a great choice for fans of classic murder mysteries like those by Agatha Christie and Ann Cleeves.
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‘The Rig’ (2023 – Present)
The first Amazon Original show filmed entirely in Scotland, The Rig is a British supernatural sci-fi thriller created by David Macpherson. Set on an oil rig in the North Sea that becomes inexplicably isolated from the mainland due to an unnatural fog, the series follows a scientist (Emily Hampshire) as she investigates this occurrence, which grows increasingly perilous as mysterious spores infect crew members. The cast includes Hampshire and Iain Glen, along with key roles played by Martin Compston, Mark Bonnar, and Rochenda Sandall.
The Rig‘s initial reception was mixed when it premiered in January 2023; reviewers criticized its cliché-ridden plot but praised its atmospheric quality. A second season followed in January 2025, receiving much better reviews due to notable improvements in writing and character development. While it may not fulfill all its ambitions, the show offers compelling performances and an eerie narrative that makes it an underappreciated yet enjoyable series for fans of isolated eco-horror thrillers.
The Rig
- Release Date
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January 6, 2023
- Writers
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David Macpherson, Matthew Jacobs Morgan, Meg Salter
