Top 10 Must-Watch Prime Video Original Movies

Last month saw Prime Video drop one of the most impressive slates of new movies I’ve ever seen, and the streaming service isn’t slowing down in June 2024. There’s plenty to shout about in this collection of highly-rated Prime Video movies. So, let’s dive into the best Prime Video movies you can enjoy this month.

‘Anomalisa’ Human Connections

There’s a certain irony that one of the most human movies you’ll ever watch is a stop-motion comedy-drama featuring plastic figures. Anomalisa comes from writer/director Charlie Kaufman (with Duke Johnson co-directing), so it’s no surprise that the movie takes some strange turns, but at its core, it’s about our need to connect with those around us, and how those connections can change our very fabric.

‘Oppenheimer’ An Epic Drama

Christopher Nolan has delivered an epic drama with Oppenheimer. The film runs three hours yet feels much shorter due to its engaging narrative. The story follows Robert J. Oppenheimer (played by Cillian Murphy) and explores the Manhattan Project which led to the world’s first nuclear weapon. It won multiple awards including Best Picture at the 2024 Oscars.

‘Midnight Run’ Classic Comedy

Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin star in this odd-couple comedy that has remained popular for over 35 years. The film features De Niro as bounty hunter Jack Walsh, who must escort an accountant, known as The Duke (Grodin), across the country while evading various pursuers.

‘Milk’ A Historical Biopic

Milk chronicles the life of gay rights activist and politician Harvey Milk, played by Sean Penn who won an Oscar for his performance. The movie captures his journey from moving to San Francisco to becoming the first openly gay man elected to public office in California.

‘No Country For Old Men’ Tense Crime Thriller

This Coen Brothers masterpiece features intense performances and a gripping plot centered on a drug deal gone wrong. Javier Bardem delivers a chilling portrayal of Anton Chigurh, a psychopathic hitman on a relentless quest.

‘Paths of Glory’ Anti-War Message

Stanley Kubrick’s Paths of Glory showcases Kirk Douglas as Colonel Dax, who defends his soldiers against unjust court-martial accusations during WWI. The film’s anti-war message and strong direction make it a classic.

‘Skyfall’ A James Bond Highlight

The highlight of Daniel Craig’s tenure as James Bond, Skyfall packs all the hallmarks of a classic 007 film: slick action, a memorable villain played by Javier Bardem, and an Aston Martin car.

‘Midnight Run’ Road Adventure

An awards-nominated comedy starring Robert De Niro and Charles Grodin, Midnight Run is a thrilling road adventure where bounty hunter Jack Walsh escorts accountant Jonathan Mardukas across the country while dodging multiple enemies.