Top 25 Movies on Amazon Prime until 2010.
As Netflix focuses on creating original content, Amazon Prime is taking a different approach by adding new movies to its catalog every month. Their library is so huge today that browsing through it can be overwhelming – TV shows, biopics, coming-of-age movies, numerous rom-coms, indies and horror films.
If you’re looking for a quality movie to watch on a rainy day, here’s a list of the best movies on Amazon Prime right now. There are some obvious Oscars and other awards here, as well as movies you’ve probably never heard of, categorized by genre.
Action & Adventure
The first category of movies are action and adventure movies, which are perfect for an evening out with friends or when you need to take your mind off a boring routine and get the thrill of a movie.
1. Terminator 2: Judgement Day (1991)
IMDb: 8.5/10
Rotten tomatoes: 93%
If you’re looking for an action thriller, Terminator 2: Judgment Day is one of the best. James Cameron says he saw the entire Terminator plot in a dream one night. And if the first “Terminator” is also a masterpiece, then the second part is the one that makes you gasp at the level of special effects, acting and an insane amount of action.
2. RoboCop (1987)
IMDb: 7.6/10
Rotten tomatoes: 90%
RoboCop is an American science fiction action film about a police officer who is murdered and resurrected as a half-human, half-robot, super-cop. RoboCop is another movie with a brilliant storyline that has grown into a franchise (you can also find the rest of the franchise on Amazon Prime) and has become a cult classic. It’s also a movie that has a lot of action and special effects, but that’s not all.
Film director Paul Verhoeven turned down the script twice before noticing the main story of a character losing his identity. Knowing this, you can find a lot of this kind of philosophical reflection in RoboCop and rediscover this movie even if you’ve seen it before.
3. The Lost City of Z (2017)
IMDb: 6.6./10
Rotten tomatoes: 86%
The Lost City of Z is a recent action adventure based on the true story of a British explorer who discovers evidence of a previously unknown advanced civilization that lived in the Amazon. The film was named one of the 10 best films of 2017 by Time magazine and stars brilliant actors Charlie Hunnam, Robert Pattinson and Sienna Miller. Keep in mind that this is a biographical adventure drama film, so don’t expect Indiana Jones-style jokes and comical situations here.
Crime & Thriller
Looking for something else on the dark side of things? Here are some of the best crime movies and thrillers you can find on Amazon Prime today.
4. Fargo (1996)
IMDb: 8.9/10
Rotten tomatoes: 93%
This black comedy thriller brought the Coen brothers their first Oscar success – seven nominations and two wins. In 2006, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry as being “culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant”. Each year, only seven films go through this selection process. That’s reason enough to give Fargo a watch.
5. Get Shorty (1995)
IMDb: 6.9/10
Rotten tomatoes: 88%
Another comedy-crime mix to make our list is Get Shorty, directed by Barry Sonnenfeld and starring Golden Globe winner John Travolta, Gene Hackman, Danny DeVito and Rene Russo. The gangster travels to Hollywood to collect debts, and through a combination of circumstances becomes a major producer. What can go wrong?
Horror & Thriller
There is a theory that watching horror movies can help you relax and unwind. Supposedly, when you watch a horror movie, your nervous system releases cortisol and adrenaline, which are stress hormones. As a result, you feel relieved when it’s over.
Here are some of the best horror movies we could find on Amazon Prime to unwind after a long day at work.
6. Train to Busan (2016)
IMDb: 7.6/10
Rotten tomatoes: 94%
If you’re a fan of the movie Die Hard and the zombie apocalypse, you’ll love Train to Busan. This South Korean horror thriller tells the story of a group of bullet train passengers trying to escape a zombie invasion and reach the safe zone in time. The film plays with its audience, leaving the question of whether there is a safe zone at the end of their journey unanswered. “Train to Busan” will keep you on your toes until the end credits.
7. Lake Mungo (2010)
IMDb: 6.3/10
Rotten tomatoes: 96%
There are no zombies, vampires, or any other supernatural beings in Lake Mungo to scare you by jumping into the frame from a dark corner. Instead, the slow-paced horror drama centers around a family shattered by the tragedy they’re trying to cope with. Lake Mungo is a film with a tense atmosphere that will leave you wondering if something supernatural is going on or if the characters are slowly going insane.
8. The Lighthouse (2019)
IMDb: 7.5/10
Rotten tomatoes: 90%
Chances are you’ll find The Lighthouse whimsical, grotesque, and even unsettling, but you won’t be able to turn it off until the very end either. The film has a strange pace, heartbreaking music, an unexpected duet between Robert Pattinson and William Dafoe, a black and white color scheme, deep symbolism, and a growing madness of the main characters that almost threatens to drag you along with it. The Lighthouse is a trip you won’t forget anytime soon.
Art House & ComedyÂ
Not all films that think outside the box should be of concern. The following films do not follow genre cliches and canons, but fascinate with unusual plot twists and unique directorial decisions.
9. The Squid and The Whale (2005)
IMDb: 7.3/10
Rotten tomatoes: 92%
While identified as a comedy film, The Squid and the Whale is as sad as it is funny. In this film, director Noah Baumbach tells the autobiographical coming-of-age story of a teenager whose parents (both professional writers) are getting divorced. There isn’t much going on in this movie in terms of action, but you can expect strong acting and accurate dialogue that will leave you hooked.
10. The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (2004)
IMDb: 7.3/10
Rotten tomatoes: 56%
Aquatic Life with Steve Zissou is a powerful duet between director Wes Anderson and Bill Murray as Steve Zissou, spiced up with strong performances from Cate Blanchett and Owen Wilson.
Bill Murray’s character, once renowned oceanographer and explorer Steve Zissow, embarks on a wild ride in pursuit of the shark that killed his partner. Though, as you’d expect from a Wes Anderson movie, plot is the least important thing here. Just relax and enjoy the symmetry, the sense of balance in every single shot and the brilliant acting of the entire cast.
11. The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014)Â
IMDb: 8.1/10
Rotten tomatoes: 92%
Honestly, any Wes Anderson movie you find on Amazon Prime is great to watch with family or friends. The Grand Budapest Hotel is a comedy-drama and adventure film that you’ll have to watch carefully to understand every little thing that happens to the main characters, Monsieur Gustave H., the concierge wrongfully accused of murder, and the boy in the lobby. . The Grand Hotel Budapest also features writer-director Wes Anderson’s infamous style, with perfect symmetry in every scene and unusual color schemes. The film topped the 87th Academy Award season, receiving nine nominations and winning four.
Rom-com & Comedy
The next category of movies is perfect for lazy weekend watching when you want to relax and laugh. These lighthearted and uplifting movies will make you feel better even if you are under a lot of stress or depression.
12. Two Days in New York (2012)Â
IMDb: 6/10
Rotten tomatoes: 66%
2 Days in New York, labeled as a romantic comedy, is also a comedy of manners written and directed by Julie Delpy, who also stars in this film. Two Days in New York is the sequel to Delpy’s 2007 film Two Days in Paris. However, you can watch it on your own and even go back to the first movie after that. The main character Marion is Delpy’s alter ego, and watching her relationship with her boyfriend is tested by the sudden arrival of their relatives feels both funny and incredibly familiar. If you think your family is crazy, be sure to check out Two Days in New York.
13. Waitress (2007)
IMDb: 7/10
Rotten tomatoes: 89%
The Waitress is the story of a small town waitress stuck in a loveless marriage who turns all her frustrations into delicious pies. The plot may seem too familiar and already passed before. However, you will be surprised by this bright and uplifting comedy with an irresistible performance by Keri Russell, who plays the main character Jenna. Her co-actor is Nathan Filion, whom you may know from Firefly, which adds even more charm to this beautiful film.
The Waitress later spawned the Broadway musical of the same name.
14. Something Wild (1986)
IMDb: 6.9/10
Rotten tomatoes: 91%
If you prefer unpredictable films with lots of plot twists, Something Wild is a great find for you. The genre of this film can be described as an uncompromising mixture of romantic comedy and crime film, which is already intriguing in itself. The movie starts out as a standard “boy meets girl” scenario, but then gets much darker when a third party comes into play – the girl’s ex-husband, who is also a psychopath.
15. Rushmore (1999)
IMDb: 7.7/10
Rotten tomatoes: 89%
Rushmore is another example of the brilliant work of Bill Murray and Wes Anderson on our list. This coming-of-age comedy-drama launched Jason Schwartzman’s career and reintroduced Bill Murray as an art house giant.
The story revolves around three main characters: eccentric 15-year-old private school student Max Fischer (Jason Schwartzman’s debut), who strikes up an unlikely friendship with wealthy industrialist Herman Blum (Bill Murray) and their mutual love – elemental love. schoolteacher Rosemary Cross (Olivia Williams). Watch as these three get sucked into a love triangle and turn the entire school grounds into a war zone in the process.
16. The Big Sick (2017)
IMDb: 7.5/10
Rotten tomatoes: 98%
If you prefer your rom-coms to be grounded and realistic rather than played out like a dreamy escape fantasy, then Big Sick is the right choice for you. The writers based the script on their own love story, as evidenced by the honesty in which the film unfolds. This is not your typical romantic comedy, but rather a true story about two people who succeed despite life circumstances that get in the way.
17. Crazy Heart (2009)
IMDb: 7.2/10
Rotten tomatoes: 90%
Crazy Heart is the movie that finally won Jeff Bridges the long-awaited Best Actor Oscar. He plays an alcoholic country singer who has long since reached his peak and is now trying to change his life through a new relationship with a young music journalist (Maggie Gyllenhaal).
The film is based on a novel inspired by the life of country singer Hank Thomson. While Crazy Heart is full of romance, this film is more dramatic. If you’re looking for life affirmations, real feelings and beautiful music, put Crazy Heart on your must-watch list.
Drama
Looking for a deep, thought-provoking movie experience? Turn off the lights, turn on the projector (or laptop), and play one of the following Amazon Prime movies.
18. 12 Angry Men (1957)
IMDb: 9/10
Rotten tomatoes: 100%
12 Angry Men is one of the best court dramas ever made. The plot of this film is relatively simple: twelve jurors are stuck in a deliberation room and must determine the fate of a man they just saw in a murder trial. At first, the case seems far-fetched, and the man should be convicted, but then one of the jurors begins to ask questions, and you begin to question the situation and try to get to the bottom of the case with the characters in the film. .
19. Do the Right Thing (1989)
IMDb: 8/10
Rotten tomatoes: 93%
Do the Right Thing is a comedy drama about racial tension directed by Spike Lee. The action takes place in a small area of ​​Brooklyn, where a small conflict in a pizzeria quickly develops into a full-scale uprising. While watching the movie, you will be stunned by the violence in this movie, as the overall tone and snarky humor of the movie don’t give away what’s going to happen next.
20. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
IMDb: 8.6/10
Rotten tomatoes: 93%
This World War II drama earned Steven Spielberg his second Academy Award for Best Director. Saving Private Ryan begins with a 20-minute re-creation of a landing on Omaha Beach, and it’s so vivid and visual that you won’t be able to look away. Although this part of the film is almost without dialogue, it sets the mood for the rest and powerfully demonstrates the horrific actions that take place in the war zone.
The story that follows this scene – the captain with American soldiers trying to rescue their comrade behind enemy lines – is not so tense. However, it’s also a powerful movie that will leave you overwhelmed with emotion by the end of the movie.
21. The Report (2019)
IMDb: 7.2/10
Rotten tomatoes: 82%
The Report is an Amazon original film and drama starring Adam Driver, best known for his role as Kylo Ren in new episodes of Star Wars. This thriller is based on a true story where an analyst wrote a report on the CIA’s detention and interrogation program after 9/11.
This film uses clever storytelling techniques and dramatic tension to almost turn this story from political to personal. The report may make you angry, but it will also spark some critical thoughts in your brain and make you doubt things even more than before.
Sci-Fi & Fantasy
The best films for escaping from boring routine or disappointing reality are sci-fi and fantasy. If you need a break from the real world, try watching (or rewatching) one of the following movies.
22. The Vast of Night (2020)
IMDb: 6.7/10
Rotten tomatoes: 92%
If you like movies like The Twilight Zone, Endless Night should be on your Amazon Prime watchlist. The opening scene is as creepy as the plot of the movie. The Vast of Night is set in 1950s New Mexico when a switchboard operator and a radio DJ discover a strange audio frequency of extraterrestrial origin.
This sci-fi detective movie is full of references and allusions. If you are familiar with the 1950s and their culture, you will enjoy solving the mystery of Endless Night with the main characters.
23. The Prestige (2006)
IMDb: 8.5/10
Rotten tomatoes: 76%
This film by Christopher Nolan will teach you what “prestige” is in the world of stage magicians, so that you won’t be able to forget it for the rest of your life. This film begins with a feud between two theatrical magicians sharing a stage in 19th century London. Throughout the film, the rivalry escalates and becomes deadly, and when you find out what both magicians (played by the geniuses Hugh Jackman and Christian Bale) went to to keep their secrets, you won’t believe what you see.
24. It’s a Wonderful Life (1946)
IMDb: 8.6/10
Rotten tomatoes: 94%
It’s a Wonderful Life is a 1946 fantasy drama film that tells the story of a suicidal man who wanted to see what the world would be like if he had never been born. Director Frank Capra managed to turn a film with such a dark plot into a holiday special.
It’s a Wonderful Life is a story about overcoming dark thoughts and finding light and meaning in life. Ultimately, this is an uplifting film that will motivate you to do more and achieve more.
25. Alien (1979)
IMDb: 8.4/10
Rotten tomatoes: 98%
Finally, we have Ridley Scott’s Alien. This film is a must see for anyone who loves science fiction about lost in space and thrillers about haunted houses. The plot can be summarized as follows: “a mysterious creature begins to attack the crew members of a commercial spacecraft returning to its home planet.” However, that’s not all the film has to offer.
Even if you know the plot and have already seen Alien, watch this movie again and you won’t regret it.
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Top 25 Movies on Amazon Prime until 2010
Top 25 Movies on Amazon Prime until 2010