This year's most buzzworthy Prime originals include a highly anticipated video game adaptation, an endearing coming-of-age drama, and a hit animated D&D spin-off.

Amazon Prime Video is one of the most popular streaming services in the world, thanks in large part to its extensive library of original shows. However, this year, the streaming giant made several cuts to that library,

The best 2025 new and returning Prime Video shows ranged from intense action thrillers, coming-of-age romance dramas, and acclaimed animated series.

Aside from free shipping, Prime Video is the second-best perk that comes with an Amazon Prime subscription. This year, the streaming service delivered several strong installments to some of its biggest series like Reacher, Fallout, and Invincible — but it also premiered some great new shows and spinoffs to keep things fresh.

You might know Amazon's streaming service best for shows like The Boys and Fallout -- and both are great -- but you shouldn't stop there if you have a subscription. The streamer is home to lesser-known series, like The Devil's Hour, and continues to add excellent options, such as the new college-set comedy Overcompensating.

Amazon Prime Video's top 10 shows in 2025 include Reacher, The Family Man and Panchayat. Each series features gripping narratives and notable casts.

Some of the best shows you can watch on Prime Video in December 2025 include 'Malice,' 'Ballard' and the new second season of 'Fallout'

Amazon Prime Video is rolling out new AI-generated recaps for hit shows like ‘Fallout’ and ‘Jack Ryan’, changing the game for streamers who need a refresher. Amazon Prime Video introduces an AI-powered video recap tool for original series.

Viewers say the abridged cut — roughly 22 minutes shorter than the original 130-minute film — removes the iconic “Pottersville” sequence.