Here Are the Top 10 Most-Watched Shows on Amazon Prime This Week, Including ‘We Were Liars’
Kicking off August 2025, Amazon Prime is serving up a stellar lineup of shows that have us hooked. From tear-jerking teen dramas to pulse-pounding thrillers, the platform’s latest hits, released throughout the summer, are packed with stories that resonate and entertain.
Whether you’re into true-crime deep dives or lighthearted comedies, this week’s top 10 list has something to spark your interest. Let’s dive into the shows everyone’s watching, counting down from the bottom to the top.
10. Surf Girls Hawai’i (2023-present)
This vibrant docuseries tracks young female surfers as they compete for a spot on the World Surf Tour. Launched in 2023, it captures their fearless pursuit of glory against towering waves and personal hurdles, blending heart and adrenaline in every episode.
9. The Chosen (2017-present)
A heartfelt take on the life of Jesus, this drama focuses on the people closest to him. Its fifth season, released June 15, 2025, explores pivotal moments with emotional depth, drawing us into a grounded, faith-driven narrative that’s easy to connect with.
8. The Better Sister (2025)
Premiering May 31, 2025, this gripping thriller stars Jessica Biel and Elizabeth Banks as sisters entangled in a murder investigation. Their fractured bond and dark secrets unravel in a tense, twisty story that keeps us guessing until the final scene.
7. Overcompensating (2025-present)
Benito Skinner’s 2025 college comedy brings big laughs through Benny, a freshman navigating campus life with a fake persona. Paired with his bold friend Carmen, the show, which debuted earlier this year, nails the chaos and humor of finding yourself.
6. Good Cop/Bad Cop (2025)
Leighton Meester and Luke Cook play sibling detectives in a small-town crime series that dropped in February 2025. With their tough-talking dad, Chief Big Hank, in the mix, this show blends witty banter, family ties, and clever mysteries for a fun escape.
5. One Night in Idaho: The College Murders (2025)
This three-part docuseries, released July 11, 2025, revisits the heartbreaking 2022 Idaho student murders. Through intimate interviews, it honors the victims’ lives and explores the case’s impact, offering a thoughtful look at a tragedy that shook a community.
4. We Were Liars (2025)
Based on E. Lockhart’s novel, this 2025 series, which premiered June 18, stars Emily Alyn Lind as Cadence, piecing together a lost summer on a private island. Its moody atmosphere and emotional twists make it a standout for young adult drama fans.
3. Countdown (2025)
Jensen Ackles leads as Detective Mark Meachum in this high-octane series that hit screens on June 25, 2025. His team’s race to stop a sprawling conspiracy delivers non-stop action, with Ackles’ rugged charm anchoring every intense moment.
2. Ballard (2025)
Maggie Q shines as Detective Renée Ballard in this Bosch spinoff, launched July 9, 2025. Running the LAPD’s cold case unit, she digs into forgotten crimes while facing department politics, bringing grit and heart to a compelling crime saga.
1. The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022-2025)
Lola Tung stars as Belly in this romantic drama’s final season, which premiered July 16, 2025. Based on Jenny Han’s books, it follows her tangled love story with brothers Conrad and Jeremiah, wrapping up with emotional depth and seaside vibes.
What’s your top pick from this week’s Prime Video lineup, or is there a hidden gem we need to know about? Share your faves in the comments!