'I’m a TV expert and these are the 7 unmissable shows you have to watch on Prime Video'

Amazon Prime Video has significantly improved its content offerings this year by releasing incredibly produced shows, ranging from polished dramas to intellectually stimulating thrillers, as well as beloved classics. If your watchlist appears suddenly sparse ahead of the cold winter nights ahead, don't panic. I have reviewed all the offerings and curated a perfect list of the seven must-see shows on the streaming channel right now.

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1. The Boys

Still the crown jewel of Prime Video, The Boys takes everything we know about superhero media and blows it to pieces, literally.
Set in a world where “supes” are corporate-owned narcissists with godlike powers, the show follows a rogue group trying to expose them. Karl Urban and Antony Starr deliver career-defining performances, with the latter’s Homelander becoming one of the most chilling characters in modern TV.

2. Reacher

Based on Lee Child’s bestselling novels, Reacher, played by the muscular Alan Ritchson, is a perfect take on the much-loved thriller protagonist, Jack Reacher. If you're not familiar, Reacher is a hyper-intelligent former military policeman who wanders from town to town, solving crimes and consistently being the smartest person in the room.

3. Fallout

One of the most talked-about shows of the year for a reason, Fallout takes place in a post-apocalyptic America where survivors live in underground vaults while mutants and cowboys overrun the surface world. Ella Purnell shines as Lucy, a wide-eyed vault dweller forced to venture above ground, whilst Walton Goggins puts in a masterclass performance as The Ghoul, as he blends humour, pain, and cowboy grit. The visuals are of such blockbuster quality that even non-gamers (like me) can’t get enough.

4. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel

If you want a nostalgic and glamorous tale, this is one for you. Set in 1950s and 60s New York, the series follows Miriam “Midge” Maisel, a witty Jewish housewife who accidentally becomes a stand-up comedy sensation. It’s beautifully shot, the costumes are to die for, and Rachel Brosnahan’s performance is electric. Alex Borstein as Suzie Myerson steals every scene. The show is an absolute modern classic.

5. Clarkson’s Farm

Unexpectedly wholesome, unintentionally hysterical, and quietly one of the most important docu-series about farming in Britain.
Jeremy Clarkson buys a 1,000-acre farm and has absolutely no idea what he’s doing, cue the chaos. What makes the show so compelling is the supporting cast: Kaleb Cooper, the no-nonsense young farmer, Jeremy's girlfriend Lisa Hogan, and land agent Charlie Ireland, all keeping Clarkson in check.

6. A Very British Scandal

Dripping in intrigue and prestige, this anthology series digs into the UK’s most notorious scandals, starting with the toxic breakdown of the marriage between the Duke and Duchess of Argyll. Claire Foy delivers a powerhouse performance as the duchess at the centre of the media frenzy, capturing both her glamour and the sexism she faced.

7. The Night Manager

Tom Hiddleston stars as Jonathan Pine, a former British soldier turned luxury hotel night manager who gets pulled into an undercover mission after stumbling across explosive intel linked to an international arms dealer. The catch? That dealer is played by Hugh Laurie, who is dangerously charming. Jonathan must infiltrate the inner circle of one of the world’s most powerful criminals, navigating glamorous yachts, billionaire hideouts, and elite dinner parties where everyone smiles nicely while plotting treachery.