Another week has passed, and the global streaming charts on Prime Video look much the same. Taking home the global crown for yet another week is The Boys spin-off Gen V, with its current Season 2 about to debut its finale next Wednesday. In second place, and continuing its astonishingly long run inside the top 10, is The Summer I Turned Pretty, as more viewers continue to catch up with the most talked-about love triangle of 2025. In third is The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, fourth is The Girlfriend, and the rest of the list is packed with popular series. But what of the rest of the streamer’s vast and impressive catalog? To help you find your next small-screen obsession, here’s a look at the three Prime Video shows you need to binge this weekend.
For more recommendations, check out our list of the best shows and movies on Prime Video.
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‘The Good Place’ (2016–2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 8.2/10
This October, why not try a little bit of heaven to balance your viewing foray into the horror of hell? Hailing from The Office writer and producer and co-creator of Parks and Recreation, Michael Schur, The Good Place is set in the aftermath of the death of Eleanor Shellstrop (Kristen Bell), as she wakes up in the titular Good Place. An afterlife like heaven, Eleanor quickly realizes she has earned this place thanks to a case of stolen identity, and she must hide her previous misdoings to try to save face.
Widely cited as one of the best sitcoms of the 2010s, The Good Place is a brilliantly funny and ultimately unique comedy with 12 Primetime Emmy nominations to its name. Packed with memorable moments, the series has a large die-hard fan base — one that can never grow too large as more newbies discover this genius. With 50 episodes across four seasons to enjoy, the best part of The Good Place is that, unlike a large majority of beloved sitcoms, this one absolutely nails its finale.
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‘Friday Night Lights’ (2006 — 2011)
Rotten Tomatoes: 97% | IMDb: 8.7/10
For a series that perfectly captures the fall spirit, look no further than Friday Night Lights. Following a high school football team, the Dillon Panthers, as they mark a hub for their local community, the series captures the ups and downs of sporting competition with the weight of expectation on young shoulders. With nothing but success expected, how will these teenagers handle the pressure?
Boasting a near-perfect 97% critics’ score on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, Friday Night Lights is one of the most heartwarming series of the noughties. Engrossing from start to finish and with 76 episodes at your disposal, this weekend is the perfect time to start what promises to be your next big binge-watch. A winner of three Primetime Emmys, you won’t regret starting this electric coming-of-age rollercoaster.
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‘American Horror Story’ (2011–Present)
Rotten Tomatoes: 77% | IMDb: 7.9/10
How could a list of October recommendations be complete without one of the 21st century’s best horror shows? Created by Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk, American Horror Story is an anthology series that explores a range of horror styles and tropes with a selection of unforgettable stories. The show also boasts one of the most memorable casts in modern television, including Emma Roberts, Kim Kardashian, Cara Delevingne, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, Denis O’Hare, and more.
What could be better than 133 current episodes of pure terror to entertain you this October weekend? American Horror Story, a winner of an astounding 17 Primetime Emmys, is simply a must-watch for anyone who even slightly enjoys the devil’s favorite genre. With Season 12 having recently been added to Prime Video and with Season 13 on its way, there has been no better time for Prime subscribers to catch this iconic series.
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October 5, 2011
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Alfonso Gomez-Rejon, Jennifer Lynch, Michael Uppendahl, Loni Peristere, Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Ryan Murphy, David Semel, Howard Deutch, Michael Lehmann, Angela Bassett, Jeremy Podeswa, Max Winkler, Michael Rymer, Paris Barclay, Axelle Carolyn, Anthony Hemingway, Craig Zisk, Elodie Keene, Jennifer Arnold, Jessica Yu, John Scott, Laura Belsey, Liz Friedlander, Maggie Kiley
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Halley Feiffer, Ned Martel, Crystal Liu, Charlie Carver, Kristen Reidel, Adam Penn, Douglas Petrie, Todd Kubrak, Reilly Smith, Jay Beattie, Dan Dworkin, Joshua A. Green, Akela Cooper, Asha Michelle Wilson
