Prime Video: best new shows & films streaming this week

Discover the best new shows & films to stream from 13 to 19 January 2025 on Prime Video with this guide.
Unstoppable. Image: Prime Video.

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Unstoppable

Unstoppable. Image: Prime Video.
Unstoppable. Image: Prime Video.

Film (2025). The inspiring true story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome) who was born with one leg but whose indomitable spirit and unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams.

With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother Judy (Jennifer Lopez) and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team.

Starring Jharrel Jerome, Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña and Anthony Robles, with Don Cheadle and Jennifer Lopez.

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On Call â€“ Season 1 (9 Jan)

On Call. Image: Prime Video.
On Call. Image: Prime Video.

Series. A visceral police drama that follows a rookie and veteran officer duo as they go on patrol in Long Beach, California. Shot with a mixture of hand-held cameras, bodycam and dash-cam footage to create a cinema verité effect, the innovative series explores the morality of protecting and serving a community. Starring Troian Bellisario, Brandon Larracuente, Lori Loughlin, Rich Ting and Eriq La Salle.

Bad Boys: Ride or Die (10 Jan)

Film (2024). When their late police captain gets linked to drug cartels, wisecracking Miami cops Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett embark on a dangerous mission to clear his name. Bad Boys: Ride or Die stars Will Smith, Martin Lawrence and Vanessa Hudgens.

The Rig â€“ Season 2 (2 Jan)

The Rig Season 2. Image: Prime Video.
The Rig Season 2. Image: Prime Video.

Series. Helicopters have taken the surviving crew of the Kinloch Bravo to a new secret offshore facility called the Stac, nestled deep in the extraordinary and deadly landscapes of the Arctic Circle.

Here, the trapped crew must deal with the emotional and physical fallout of the devastating tsunami that destroyed the Bravo, and contend with swirling conspiracies, corporate conflicts, and new threats from the dark depths of the world’s ocean. Starring Iain Glen, Martin Compston, Emily Hampshire and Rochenda Sandall.

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Culpa Tuya (Your Fault)

Culpa Tuya. Image: Prime Video. Streaming In December 2024.
Culpa Tuya. Image: Prime Video.

Film (2024). In this sequel to 2023 global hit Spanish Original Culpa Mia (My Fault), the love between Noah and Nick seems unbreakable, despite the manoeuvres of their parents to break them up. But his job and her entry into college open their lives to new relationships.

The appearance of a revenge-seeking ex-girlfriend and Nick’s mother with unclear intentions will shake the foundations not only of their relationship but of the Leister family itself. When so many people are out to destroy a love story, can it really end well?

Starring Nicole Wallace, Gabriel Guevara and Marta Hazas.

Longlegs (10 Dec)

Longlegs. Image: Neon. Films To Stream This Week.
Longlegs. Image: Neon.

Film (2024). In pursuit of a serial killer, an FBI agent uncovers a series of occult clues that she must solve to end his terrifying killing spree. Starring Maika Monroe, Nicolas Cage and Blair Underwood.

Bandish Bandits â€“ Season 2 (13 Dec)

Bandish Bandits Season 2. Image: Prime Video.
Bandish Bandits Season 2. Image: Prime Video.

Series. The new season of the musical drama continues its journey, artfully blending the intricate ragas, talas, and bandishes of Indian classical music with the bold, electrifying beats of modern rock and pop.

Radhe and Tamanna now face off against each other in the quest for acceptance and glory. The narrative delves deeper into family legacy and brings in themes of individuality, empowerment, and the balance between old and new to the forefront, as each character discovers and embraces their true self. Starring Shreya Chaudhry, Ritwik Bhowmik, Sheeba Chaddha and Rajesh Tailang.

Absolution (3 Dec)

Absolution. Image: Prime Video. Streaming In December 2024.
Absolution. Image: Prime Video. Streaming December 2024.

Film (2024). An ageing Boston gangster attempts to reconnect with his family and rectify the mistakes in his past, but the criminal underworld won’t loosen their grip willingly. Starring Liam Neeson, Ron Perlman and Frankie Shaw. Watch the trailer.

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Paul Dalgarno is author of the novels A Country of Eternal Light (2023) and Poly (2020); the memoir And You May Find Yourself (2015); and the creative non-fiction book Prudish Nation (2023). He was formerly Deputy Editor of The Conversation and joined ScreenHub as Managing Editor in 2022. X: @pauldalgarno. Insta: @dalgarnowrites