Prime Video
Movies, TV, and Sports included with Prime.
What's New
v3.0.359Redesigned navigation bar for easier access to free content.
Amazon Prime Video started as a value-add perk for a shipping subscription and evolved into a Hollywood powerhouse. With massive investments in original content like 'The Rings of Power' and 'The Boys', plus aggressive acquisition of sports rights, it stands toe-to-toe with Netflix and Disney+.
What It Does
Streaming on demand.
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Originals: High-budget exclusive series and movies.
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Channels: You can subscribe to other services (like Max, Paramount+) inside the Prime Video app, unifying your billing and interface.
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Rent/Buy Store: Unlike Netflix, Amazon maintains a digital video store where you can rent new cinema releases that aren't on subscription yet.
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Live Sports: Increasing coverage of events like Premier League football or NFL, depending on the region.
Who It's For
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Film Buffs: The catalog often digs deeper into classic and cult movies than competitors.
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Travelers: The download function works reliably for flights and trains.
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Data Nerds: The X-Ray feature is a dream for anyone who constantly asks 'who is that actor?'.
Key Features
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X-Ray: Powered by IMDb (which Amazon owns). Tap the screen at any moment, and it tells you the names of the actors currently in the scene and the music playing. It is a feature so good it's baffling why no one else has copied it effectively.
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Profiles: Detailed user profiles to keep watchlists and recommendations separate for every family member.
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4K HDR: Extensive support for high dynamic range and UHD content at no extra cost (unlike Netflix's tiered pricing).
Pricing & Monetization
If you have Amazon Prime for shipping, you have this. It's arguably the best value in streaming because it essentially feels 'free'. A standalone subscription exists but is rare.
Privacy & Data Usage
Minimally invasive compared to social apps, but it tracks viewing habits meticulously to fuel the recommendation engine.
Our Verdict
The interface has historically been its weak point, often mixing 'Free to me' content with 'Rent to buy' content in a confusing way, though recent redesigns have improved this. The content library is spectacular. X-Ray alone makes it the superior way to watch movies for trivia lovers.
The Good
- +Included with Amazon Prime subscription
- +X-Ray feature provides actor info in real-time
- +Offline downloads for travel
The Trade-off
- −User interface can be cluttered
- −Mixed content (free vs rent) can be confusing
Verified Voices
"Love X-Ray feature. The Boys is the best show ever."
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch offline?
Yes, you can download titles to your device to watch without internet.
Technical Specs
- DeveloperAmazon Mobile LLC
- Version3.0.359
- Size120 MB
- Last UpdatedDecember 21, 2025
- LicenseSubscription