Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Amazon Prime, Including ‘The Girlfriend’

Prime Video’s got a fresh mix right now—brand-new premieres, franchise expansions, and a few region debuts—so you can stack a watchlist fast without digging. Below is a clear, fact-only guide to what each show is about and who’s involved, so you can jump straight to the good stuff.

We prioritized the newest arrivals first, then Prime Video originals, and finally broader pickups. Each entry includes plot basics plus cast and key creatives—no fluff, just what you need to decide what to play next.

‘Every Minute Counts’ (2024–)

The Spanish-language drama ‘Every Minute Counts’ follows multiple threads surrounding the Mexico City earthquake, including teams at a major hospital, a reporter navigating the city, and a family trying to reunite as rescue operations intensify. The ensemble features Jesús Zavala, Osvaldo Benavides, Maya Zapata, Damayanti Quintanar, Everardo Arzate, and Antonio de la Vega.

Created, written, and directed by Jorge Michel Grau, the series is produced by Amazon Studios and structures its episodes around synchronized, time-stamped events. The season arriving now continues the multi-perspective approach, intercutting medical response, journalism, and on-the-ground searches.

‘Top End Bub’ (2025–)

‘Top End Bub’ continues the story of Lauren and Ned from ‘Top End Wedding’ as they move to Australia’s Northern Territory to raise their orphaned niece. The series stars Miranda Tapsell and Gwilym Lee, with returning performers Ursula Yovich, Huw Higginson, Elaine Crombie, and Tracy Mann, alongside Rob Collins, Brooke Satchwell, Guy Simon, Clarence Ryan, and Gladys-May Kelly.

Created, written, and executive produced by Joshua Tyler and Miranda Tapsell, the show is produced by Goalpost Pictures with episodes directed by Christiaan Van Vuuren and Shari Sebbens. Production took place across the Northern Territory and Adelaide, with international distribution handled by ZDF Studios.

‘The Girlfriend’ (2025)

Adapted from Michelle Frances’ novel, ‘The Girlfriend’ is a psychological thriller about a mother whose suspicions about her adult son’s new partner spiral into a tense battle of wills. Robin Wright leads the cast as Laura, with Olivia Cooke as Cherry, supported by Laurie Davidson, Waleed Zuaiter, Anna Chancellor, Francesca Corney, Shalom Brune-Franklin, Karen Henthorn, Leo Suter, and Tanya Moodie.

The limited series is produced by Imaginarium Productions with Amazon MGM Studios, directed by Robin Wright, and shot in London and Spain. Executive producers include Wright, Gabbie Asher, Jonathan Cavendish, Will Tennant, Phil Robertson, John Zois, Dave Clarke, and Michelle Frances.

‘Helluva Boss’ (2020–)

The adult animated series ‘Helluva Boss’ follows I.M.P. (Immediate Murder Professionals), a Hell-based startup run by Blitzo, field operatives Moxxie and Millie, and receptionist Loona, with recurring ties to the Goetian demon Stolas. Voice talent includes Brandon Rogers, Richard Steven Horvitz, Vivian Nixon, Erica Lindbeck, Bryce Pinkham, and Alex Brightman.

Created by Vivienne “VivziePop” Medrano, the show is produced by SpindleHorse. The Prime Video rollout includes a remade pilot and the first two seasons, bringing a full set of uncensored episodes to the platform.

‘Confidence Queen’ (2025)

‘Confidence Queen’ is a Korean caper series about Yi-rang, a con artist who leads a trio pulling elaborate long-cons on corrupt power players. The cast is led by Park Min-young with Park Hee-soon and Joo Jong-hyuk in key roles, tracking layered schemes that escalate across the season.

Directed by Nam Ki-hoon and written by Hong Seung-hyun with Kim Da-hye, the show runs for twelve episodes and is a remake of the Japanese hit ‘The Confidence Man JP’. In South Korea it airs domestically while Prime Video handles worldwide streaming.

‘Dish It Out’ (2025)

‘Dish It Out’ is an unscripted cooking series hosted by Tilly Ramsay that blends viral food trends with family recipes and guest-submitted dishes. The format features kitchen visits and appearances from Gordon Ramsay, Tana Ramsay, and a wide range of celebrity and creator guests.

Produced by Tastemade Studios under a first-look deal with Amazon MGM Studios, the debut batch launches as a multi-episode drop with additional installments rolling out on subsequent Fridays. The first season is planned as an extended run with episodes grouped into weekly releases.

‘The Runarounds’ (2025–)

Set in Wilmington, North Carolina, ‘The Runarounds’ follows five recent high-school graduates who form a rock band and chase their first big break. The band is performed on-screen by musicians William Lipton, Axel Ellis, Jeremy Yun, Zendé Murdock, and Jesse Golliher, with Brooklyn Decker, Lilah Pate, Mark Wystrach, Hayes MacArthur, Maximo Salas, Marley Aliah, Kelley Pereira, and Shea Pritchard rounding out the cast.

Created by Jonas Pate with a teleplay by David Wilcox, the Prime Video original is produced by Skydance Television with Amazon MGM Studios. Casting drew from thousands of submissions to assemble a real band, and production filmed in and around Wilmington.

‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’ (2025–)

‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’ is a prequel centered on Ben Edwards during the years he moves from Navy SEAL to CIA operative. Taylor Kitsch returns as Edwards, with Tom Hopper as Raife Hastings and appearances linked to characters established in the main series.

Co-created by David DiGilio and Jack Carr, the series is executive produced by Antoine Fuqua, Chris Pratt, and Taylor Kitsch. It expands the franchise timeline with covert-operations storylines and inter-agency maneuvering that connect directly to events in ‘The Terminal List’.

‘The Terminal List’ (2022–)

Based on Jack Carr’s novel, ‘The Terminal List’ follows Navy SEAL James Reece as he investigates the ambush of his platoon and uncovers a wider conspiracy that follows him home. Chris Pratt stars as Reece with Constance Wu, Taylor Kitsch, Riley Keough, and Jeanne Tripplehorn in principal roles.

Developed and run by David DiGilio, the series is produced by Amazon MGM Studios with Fuqua Films and Civic Center Media, with Antoine Fuqua among the executive producers. The show blends military procedure with conspiracy-thriller plotting across tightly paced episodes.

‘Upload’ (2020–2025)

‘Upload’ imagines a near-future digital afterlife called Lakeview, where people can send their consciousness and keep “living” online; it follows app developer Nathan Brown after a fatal accident sets the story in motion. Robbie Amell leads the ensemble with Andy Allo, Allegra Edwards, Kevin Bigley, Zainab Johnson, and Owen Daniels.

Created by Greg Daniels, the series is produced by Deedle Dee Productions with Amazon, with Daniels and Howard Klein as executive producers. Filming took place primarily in Vancouver, and the season that just landed wraps the series’ central mysteries and relationships.

Tell us which shows you’re queuing up first this weekend on Prime in the comments!