Here Are the Best TV Shows to Stream this Weekend on Amazon Prime, Including ‘King & Conqueror’

There’s a fresh mix of premieres and returning favorites on Prime this weekend, from historical epics and true-crime dramas to animation, thrillers, and faith-based storytelling. Below you’ll find quick rundowns with who’s in each project, who made it, and what it’s about—so you can pick fast and press play.

To keep this focused on what’s new and notable right now, we’re prioritizing this week’s arrivals first, then recent additions, and finally big library gets. Each entry includes plot essentials plus cast and key creative credits to help you zero in on what fits your mood.

‘Hazbin Hotel’ (2024– )

Charlie Morningstar, the optimistic princess of Hell, opens a hotel to rehabilitate demons and offer them a shot at redemption. Created and directed by Vivienne “VivziePop” Medrano with music by Sam Haft and Andrew Underberg, the adult animated musical lands mid-week and expands the world first introduced by the creator’s earlier online work.

The voice cast features Erika Henningsen as Charlie, with Stephanie Beatriz, Blake Roman, Alex Brightman, Keith David, Kimiko Glenn, and Amir Talai among the leads. Production involves A24 with animation by SpindleHorse and Bento Box, bringing dark comedy, character songs, and fast-paced ensemble storytelling to Prime.

‘Tell Me Your Name’ (2025)

Set in the strawberry-growing town of Río Blanco, the story begins when Moroccan seasonal workers arrive in the nearby abandoned village of Fuensanta, stirring long-simmering social and religious tensions. The six-episode thriller is created by Hugo Stuven with Alejandro Hernández and César de Nicolás, and directed by Stuven.

Michelle Jenner headlines as Sonia, an NGO leader caught between communities, alongside Darío Grandinetti as Father Ángel and Younes Bouab as Safir, with Elena Rivera, Raúl Arévalo, and Carla Quílez in supporting roles. Produced by Espotlight Media and Skybound Entertainment, the series blends supernatural chills with grounded human drama.

‘Tremembé’ (2025)

This five-episode Brazilian true-crime drama dives inside São Paulo’s notorious Tremembé Penitentiary Complex, exploring power struggles, uneasy alliances, and the emotional toll on inmates and staff. The miniseries is directed by Vera Egito—who also contributes to the scripts—and Daniel Lieff, with writing by Egito, Ullisses Campbell, Juliana Rosenthal, Thays Berbe, and Maria Isabel Iorio.

The ensemble includes Marina Ruy Barbosa as Suzane von Richthofen, Carol Garcia as Elize Matsunaga, Bianca Comparato, Felipe Simas as Daniel Cravinhos, Kelner Macêdo as Christian Cravinhos, and Anselmo Vasconcelos as Roger Abdelmassih. Produced under the Amazon MGM Studios banner, it offers a character-driven look at infamous cases from inside the system.

‘King & Conqueror’ (2025)

The historical drama charts the volatile relationship between Harold Godwinson and William, Duke of Normandy, as rival claims to England’s throne build toward the Battle of Hastings. Created by Michael Robert Johnson, the series features direction in part by Baltasar Kormákur and centers court intrigue, military strategy, and personal rivalries.

James Norton stars as Harold opposite Nikolaj Coster-Waldau as William, with Emily Beecham and Clémence Poésy among the supporting cast. The production is backed by BBC Studios and CBS Studios, with executive producers including Johnson, Kormákur, Norton, and Coster-Waldau.

‘House of David’ (2025– )

This biblical historical drama follows David after his victory over Goliath as he navigates palace politics, family rivalries, and a perilous rise toward kingship. The series is created by Jon Erwin and features direction across the season by Jon Erwin, Jon Gunn, Alexandra La Roche, and Michael Nankin.

Michael Iskander leads as David, with Ali Suliman as King Saul and Ayelet Zurer as Queen Ahinoam; the cast also includes Stephen Lang, Indy Lewis, Ethan Kai, Jonathan Lloyd Walker, and Martyn Ford. Writing credits include Jon Erwin, Jon Gunn, N. D. Wilson, Bekah Hubbell, Laura Kenar, and Jonathan Lloyd Walker, with a score by Kevin, Sean, and Deana Kiner.

‘A Star Brighter Than the Sun’ (2025)

Based on Kazune Kawahara’s shōjo manga, this new anime centers on Sae, a tall, self-conscious high-schooler, and her childhood friend Kōki as their relationship shifts from friendship to first love. The TV adaptation is produced by Studio KAI and directed by Aya Kobayashi, with series composition by Yasuhiro Nakanishi and character designs by Jinfeng Zeng.

Voice leads include Minori Fujidera as Sae and Yūki Ono as Kōki. The soundtrack is by Natsumi Tabuchi and Miki Sakurai, with a pop opening by Motohiro Hata and an ending theme by Wanuka, bringing a contemporary, music-forward tone to a classic coming-of-age setup.

‘The Capture’ (2019– )

A conspiracy thriller that begins with the case of ex-soldier Shaun Emery and detective Rachel Carey, whose inquiry into seemingly damning CCTV footage opens a wider story about manipulated video and surveillance. Created, written, and initially directed by Ben Chanan, the show examines deepfakes, election interference, and facial-recognition tech.

Holliday Grainger stars as DI Rachel Carey alongside Callum Turner, Ben Miles, Laura Haddock, Lia Williams, Barry Ward, Ralph Ineson, and Ron Perlman. Produced by Heyday Television and NBCUniversal International Studios for the original UK broadcaster, episodes run in the tight, propulsive crime-drama lane.

‘The Magicians’ (2015–2020)

Adapted from Lev Grossman’s novel trilogy, the series follows Quentin Coldwater as he enrolls at Brakebills University and discovers that magic is real—and dangerous. Developed for television by Sera Gamble and John McNamara, the story tracks Quentin and his cohort through spellcraft, alternate timelines, and the parallel realm of Fillory.

Jason Ralph leads as Quentin, with Stella Maeve, Olivia Taylor Dudley, Hale Appleman, Arjun Gupta, and Summer Bishil rounding out the main ensemble. Executive producers include Michael London, John McNamara, and Sera Gamble, with production by Universal Content Productions.

‘The Girlfriend’ (2025)

This six-episode psychological thriller adapts Michelle Frances’ novel about a mother whose suspicions of her adult son’s new partner spiral into a high-stakes battle of wills. The story is structured around dueling perspectives, keeping both women at the center of the narrative.

Robin Wright directs and stars as Laura, with Olivia Cooke as Cherry. The series is produced by Imaginarium Productions and Amazon MGM Studios, with executive producers including Wright, Gabbie Asher, Jonathan Cavendish, Will Tennant, Phil Robertson, John Zois, Dave Clarke, and Michelle Frances; filming took place in London and Spain.

‘Every Minute Counts’ (2024– )

Season 2 of this Spanish-language drama continues parallel stories set against the Mexico City earthquake: frontline medical staff at the General Hospital, a journalist moving through the city, and a family trying to reunite as rescue efforts unfold. Created, written, and directed by Jorge Michel Grau, the series maintains a time-stamped, minute-by-minute structure.

The ensemble features Jesús Zavala, Osvaldo Benavides, Maya Zapata, Damayanti Quintanar, Everardo Arzate, and Antonio de la Vega. Produced by Amazon Studios, the new run extends the show’s multi-perspective approach while deepening character arcs across the emergency response.

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