Best series to watch on Amazon Prime Video UK – August 2025

The series follows David Jung, a a mysterious former US intelligence operative living in hiding in South Korea, who has his life blown to pieces when the consequences of an impossible decision from his past come back to haunt him.

Butterfly is just the latest in a long line of high-octane dramas on Prime Video like Ballard, The Assassin and Fear. But there are also fantasy epics, reality hits and really, something for everyone.

While it can be hard to work out what to watch, Radio Times have curated a selection of some of the best series currently available to stream on Prime Video – so get scrolling to find out more.

The Handmaid's Tale

Elisabeth Moss stars in this haunting dystopian drama based on Margaret Atwood’s novel. Set in a theocratic future America where women are enslaved for reproduction, the series is both powerful and disturbing. With the sixth and final season now airing, now is the perfect time to revisit or discover the earlier seasons and catch up, with all available on Prime Video.

The Wheel of Time

Season 3 of this high fantasy series is now available. Based on Robert Jordan’s novels, it follows Moiraine as she leads five young people on a dangerous journey, believing one of them may be the prophesied Dragon Reborn. The show blends magic, prophecy, and epic battles in a richly imagined world.

Invincible

This adult animated series centres on a teenager whose father is the world’s most powerful superhero. With its intense action and emotional depth, Invincible offers a fresh take on the superhero genre.

The Boys

A dark and brutal twist on the superhero narrative, The Boys explores what happens when heroes abuse their powers. Starring Karl Urban, Jack Quaid and Antony Starr, it’s a violent, satirical, and gripping watch.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

Set thousands of years before the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, this fantasy epic explores the Second Age of Middle-earth. With stunning visuals and expansive storytelling, it’s a must-watch for fans of Tolkien's universe.

Fallout

Based on the popular video game series, Fallout follows Lucy, a young woman emerging from a nuclear bunker into a devastated world. Her journey intersects with a soldier and a bounty hunter in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles. This sci-fi blends survival, mystery, and action in a unique setting.

The Rig

Set on the Kinloch Bravo oil rig, this mystery thriller stars Emily Hampshire and Iain Glen. When a strange fog cuts the crew off from the mainland, strange occurrences begin to unfold, creating a tense and eerie atmosphere.

Fear

Martin Compston, Anjli Mohindra and Solly McLeod headline this psychological thriller. A family moves to Glasgow seeking peace, only to find themselves targeted by a threatening neighbour. The series explores paranoia, fear, and the breakdown of trust.

Cruel Intentions

In this seductive drama, scheming step-siblings Caroline and Lucien plot to maintain their power by manipulating the US vice president’s daughter. With a cast including Zac Burgess and Sarah Catherine Hook, it’s a modern tale of ambition and deceit.

Molly-Mae: Behind It All

This documentary series follows reality TV star Molly-Mae Hague as she navigates life and motherhood following her break-up with boxer Tommy Fury. It offers an intimate look at her personal journey and public persona.

A Very Royal Scandal

Told from a different perspective than the earlier drama Scoop, this series revisits the infamous BBC Newsnight interview with the Duke of York. It provides a new lens on a royal controversy that captivated the public.

My Lady Jane

This historical fantasy reimagines the fate of Lady Jane Grey, who in this version doesn’t lose her head after nine days as queen. Instead, she seizes her destiny in a lively tale full of romance and intrigue.

Batman: Caped Crusader

An animated series created by JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves and Bruce Timm, this dark reimagining of Gotham sees Batman battling deranged criminals, including Clayface and Harley Quinn. It’s a stylish, noir-inspired take on the iconic hero.

Those About to Die

A sword and sandals epic directed by Roland Emmerich, this series is set in 79 AD Rome. With Anthony Hopkins as Emperor Vespasian, it explores political intrigue, gladiatorial combat, and the construction of the Colosseum.

Star Trek: Lower Decks

This animated series offers a comedic look at the support crew of one of Starfleet’s least important ships. It’s a light-hearted addition to the Star Trek universe, full of charm and clever sci-fi twists.

Outer Range

Josh Brolin stars as a Wyoming rancher who stumbles upon a mysterious void on his land. This thriller blends family drama with supernatural mystery.

99

This documentary series recounts Manchester United’s historic 1999 treble-winning season. A must-watch for football fans, it celebrates one of the sport’s most iconic achievements.

Clarkson's Farm

Jeremy Clarkson’s attempt to run a farm in the British countryside continues to amuse and surprise. The series offers both humour and insight into the challenges of modern farming.

Ballard

This Bosch spin-off series had some pretty big boots to fill but with twists, turns and cliffhangers galore, Ballard has stormed onto the scene and gripped viewers almost instantly. Maggie Q heads up the series as Renée Ballard, tasked to lead the LAPD's new and underfunded cold case division. While she's determined at uncovering more about these long forgotten cases, she soon finds out that there's a wider LAPD corruption plot at play.

The Assassin

Keeley Hawes and Freddie Highmore lead the cast of this tense thriller as mother and son duo, Julie and Edward. A retired assassin herself, Julie hopes to repair an estranged relationship with her son when their lives are put into jeopardy and they both must work together for their survival.

Butterfly

Butterfly is Prime Video's latest addition to its long catalogue of spy thrillers. Based on a series of graphic novels created by Arash Amel, the series follows David Jung (Daniel Dae Kim), a former US intelligence operative living in South Korea whose past threatens his life and his family.

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