Amazon Prime is one of the largest streaming services in the world. It caters to over 200 million subscribers with its eclectic content. It has movies, shows, games, original series, and channels. This article lists the 10 most-watched series on Amazon Prime. These are among the top choices of viewers when they first subscribe to the service. They belong to different genres to cater to audiences with varied likes.
Best Amazon Prime Video TV Shows
1. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel is a comedy-drama written and directed by Amy Sherman Palladino. It tells the story of Midge Maisel. Midge was leading a well-settled life in New York in the 1950’s. She was a housewife with everything that she could dream of. Her life suddenly changes when her husband leaves her. Midge discovers she has an unlikely knack for comedy and starts performing at comedy clubs. This unusual profession comes with its own set of challenges. The show is nominated for the Golden Globes this year.
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2. The Boys
The Boys is right on the list of the most-watched series on Amazon Prime. It is about a group of vigilantes known as “The Boys” who can take on the superheroes who have gone down the villain route. The Boys take on the evil corporation, Vought, which manages these Superheroes. The main cast is Hughie Campbell (Jack Quaid), who is a tech geek whose life is turned upside down when a Supe kills his girlfriend. Billy Butcher (Karl Urban): The leader of The Boys, who has a personal vendetta against all Supes; Homelander (Antony Starr): The ruthless leader of the Supes who hides his sinister nature behind a charismatic smile, and Starlight (Erin Moriarty): A young superhero who joins The Seven, only to realize the darker side of her idols.
3. The Expanse
This is a sci-fi and political thriller. The show is set in the future, around 200 years. The story is that humans have colonized the solar system, and a political activist goes missing. Her disappearance starts a chain of events. While looking for her, a conspiracy of gargantuan proportions is found between Earth, Mars, and The Belt. The show has realistic portrayals of human technology. The main cast includes James Holden (Steven Strait), Naomi Nagata (Dominique Tipper), Amos Burton (Wes Chatham), and Chrisjen Avasarala (Shohreh Aghdashloo).
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4. Jack Ryan
The famous Jack Ryan novel by Tom Clancy is adapted in this series. The main character of the series is Jack Ryan. Jack is an analyst who is sent on undercover missions to protect US interests. It is fast-paced and deals with politics, espionage, and adventure. The main cast includes Jack Ryan (John Krasinski), James Greer (Wendell Pierce), Cathy Mueller (Abbie Cornish), and Mike November (Michael Kelly)
5. Fleabag
Fleabag is a dark comedy written by Phoebe Walter Bridgers. She is also the lead in the series on Amazon Prime. It is a story of a woman who is only known by the name Fleabag. The show looks into her life as she tries to find her way through grief and strained relationships. The most talked about highlight of the show is the Fourth Wall. The actress breaks that down and has made it one of the special moments of the show. The main cast includes Fleabag (Phoebe Waller-Bridge), Claire (Sian Clifford), The Priest (Andrew Scott), and Dad (Bill Paterson), Fleabag and Claire’s father, who struggles to connect with his daughters after their mother’s death.
6. Bosch
Bosch is a crime series based on novels by Michael Connelly. The main character is Harry Bosch. He is an LAPD homicide detective. He is known to track down some of the most dangerous criminals. Bosch has a dark past that disturbs him even as he goes about rounding criinals. It shows police work realistically. It has a fantastic cast, solid performances, and a dark feel.
7. The Man in the High Castle
The Man in the High Castle is a history-based show. It imagines a different World War II outcome. In this alternate parallel universe version, the Axis forces win the war. They divide the United States into territories. Germany rules over some territories while Japan rules over others. This show is full of intrigue and political power. It is suitable for viewers who like historical pieces woven into fiction.
8. Invincible
Invincible is an animated series. It belongs to the superhero genre and is based on the comic book by Robert Kirkman. The main character of the series is Mark Grayson. He is a teenager who finds out that he has superpowers. Omni-Man, the most powerful superhero on Earth is Mark’s dad. Mark soon uncovers dark secrets about his father. This leads to conflict and devastation. The main characters and cast are Mark Grayson as Invincible (Steven Yeun), Omni-Man (J.K. Simmons), Debbie Grayson (Sandra Oh), and Atom Eve (Gillian Jacobs).
9. The Wheel of Time
The Wheel of Time is a story full of magical adventures. This is about a world where only women can use magical powers. Moraine, a mighty woman, sets out to find Dragon Reborn. Two other characters, Rand and Egwene, join her on this journey full of adventures, battles, and mysterious creatures. It is about finding one’s destiny and facing challenges bravely. The main characters are Moiraine Damodred (Rosamund Pike), Rand al’Thor (Josha Stradowski), Egwene al’Vere (Madeleine Madden), and Lan Mandragoran (Daniel Henney).
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10. Hunters
This series is set in New York in the 70s. The story is about a group who discover that hundreds of Nazi officials are living in the U.S. and plotting to create a Fourth Reich. The group sets out to find these hidden Nazis. The main characters and cast are Meyer Offerman (Al Pacino), Jonah Heidelbaum (Logan Lerman), and Millie Morris (Jerrika Hinton).
Conclusion
These shows are popular because of their storylines, performances, and cinematic production. They range from comedy to horror and everything in between. They are top shows all around the world on Amazon Prime and worth your time.
