Nobody wants drama in their life, but boy, do we love it in our TV. From classic television to the giants of the new Golden Age and the latest streaming essentials, dramatic storytelling has long been the crux of prestige TV and the home base for some of the best series in history. Fortunately, Prime Video's library is absolutely packed with classics and new hits alike, and the service's best streaming options include everything from crime dramas, action thrillers, sci-fi dramas, and pretty much anything else you can think of.

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'Reacher' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 8.1/10

A show that proves the Lee Child character is in good hands with Alan Ritchson taking on the role, Reacher is a brisk and brutal adaptation of the pulpy novels that is a must-see for anyone who has ever picked one up. It isn’t just that Ritchson more closely aligns with the physical stature of Jack Reacher though that is a big plus. His performance goes beyond mere physical impersonation to become all about the manner in which he carries himself. He has a deadly serious demeanor combined with a mixture of classic one-liners that makes him a multifaceted character who is overflowing with charisma. As he takes on the troubles that have befallen the otherwise sleepy small town of Margrave, the show flits between well-constructed action sequences with a strong sense of pacing that makes all the episodes just fly by. By the time you reach its end, you’ll only be sad there isn’t more than its single season as Ritchson creates the definitive depiction of the character to date. — Chase Hutchinson Watch on Prime Video

'Wilderness' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 68% | IMDb: 6.3/10

A thriller series that certainly lives up to its genre, Wilderness follows Jenna Coleman’s Liv, who, after finding incriminating messages on her partner Will’s (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) phone revealing a secret affair, seeks revenge on her cheating boyfriend. Marnie Dicken’s twisting narrative provides bombshell revelations aplenty, with the gripping plot keeping viewers hooked from minute one. Based on the novel of the same name by B. E. Jones, Wilderness is a thrilling drama that never stops delivering on its riveting premise, with Coleman and Jackson-Cohen leading the charge with their captivating performances. - Jake Hodges Watch on Prime Video

'The X-Files' (1993 - 2018)

Rotten Tomatoes: 74% | IMDb: 8.6/10

Though the original run of the show was shot nearly 30 years ago, there are an alarming amount of conspiracies presented in The X-Files that are still relevant today. Vaccinations that track and catalogue people? A population-decimating virus? Aliens? Sounds familiar. Of course, there are also topics that don't have any relevancy (flukeworm/human hybrids; time travel; sea creatures) that are just plain fun. Led by Gillian Anderson and David Duchovny, who play FBI Agents Scully and Mulder, the X-files is a branch of the FBI that deals with unexplained phenomenon and inexplicable crimes. If you missed this show in the 1990s, you must not have been alive, because it was the biggest show in the world. The X-Files ran for over 200 episodes, nine seasons, two revival seasons, and two feature films. If you need a little more than "monsters of the week" and "conspiracy theories," the love story between Mulder and Scully is the greatest, most subtle tale ever told. The term "ship" was literally created for them. – Alyse Wax Watch on Prime Video

'Swarm' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 87% | IMDb: 7.2/10

From the minds of Donald Glover (Atlanta) and Janine Nabers (Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce) comes a surreal dark comedy about an obsessive fan who will do anything for her favorite Beyoncé-inspired musical artist — including murder. Dominique Fishback (The Hate U Give) kills it as the lead and carries so much of the series on her back, completely transforming her character throughout as she travels across the country, taking on new personas. And these shifts are only augmented by the cinematography and aesthetic design of the series that uses the unreliable narrator to dip into multiple genres along the journey. Grab your honey, chill on the couch, and we promise you’ll get absolutely addicted to this show. Watch on Prime Video

'Dead Ringers' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 6.5/10

Rachel Weisz effortlessly pulls double duty in Dead Ringers, a thrilling update to the late 1980s David Cronenberg film starring Jeremy Irons. Dead Ringers meticulously unfolds over six psychologically suspenseful episodes, allowing Weisz’s performance as twins Elliot and Beverly Mantle to be equally impressive and terrifying. Co-starring Emily Meade, Jennifer Ehle, and Michael Chernus, Dead Ringers is a fascinatingly clever ethical debate that captivates viewers through aesthetically stunning visuals, highlighted by rich, vivid colors. Dead Ringers lightly crosses the line into horror, as the clever premise is eerily draped in shadows. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'Daisy Jones & The Six' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 70% | IMDb: 8.1/10

This 10-episode miniseries based on the best-selling book written by Taylor Jenkins Reid shares the story of a rising band in the 1970s who skyrocket to stardom. Daisy Jones & The Six has a documentary-style structure for the narrative but maintains a polished look and editing style, creating a nice balance between a grounded feel and an evenly-paced walk through each of the big moments. Leads Riley Keough (The Terminal List) and Sam Claflin (Peaky Blinders) lend their vocals to a slate of original songs composed just for the series, also released as an album called Aurora. For anyone who loves a chaotic tale about a band’s meteoric rise and fall, this series will weave a melody in your heart and become an instant classic. – Tauri Miller Watch on Prime Video

'The Consultant' (2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 79% | IMDb: 6.5/10

The Consultant comes from the twisted mind of Tony Basgallop (Servant) and stars Christoph Waltz (No Time To Die) as an efficiency expert named Regus Patoff, who is hired to improve business at a gaming company. The Consultant delicately dances between thrilling drama and dark comedy with Waltz leading the way, supported by Nat Wolff (Joe vs. Carole), Brittany O'Grady (The White Lotus), and Aimee Carrero (The Menu). Over the course of eight haunting episodes, The Consultant explores office dynamics and employee ambitions through tense — and potentially life-threatening — scenarios, ideally resulting in improvement for the employees of CompWare. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'Hunters' (2020 - 2023)

Rotten Tomatoes: 68% | IMDb: 7.2/10

Logan Lerman stars in David Weil’s Hunters, an action-packed fantasy drama with two exciting seasons. Set in the 1970s, Hunters sees Lerman as Jonah, a young Jewish man whose world is disrupted when he learns his beloved grandmother was not only a Nazi hunter but was horrifically murdered. Blending wish fulfillment with action, Wel infuses horrific historical revelations and a dash of conspiracy theories, rounding out the world of Hunters. The series features a stellar cast, including Jerrika Hinton (Servant), Carol Kane, and Josh Radnor. Al Pacino also appears in Hunters, playing an uncomfortably stereotypical depiction of a Holocaust survivor in New York, which thankfully is explained by the end of season one. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'The Fall' (2013 - 2016)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 8.1/10

A dark and gripping series, The Fall stars Jamie Dornan (Fifty Shades of Grey) as a methodical serial killer being hunted himself by the incredible detective determined to catch him. Starring opposite Dornan is Gillian Anderson (Sex Education) as the passionate officer who goes head-to-head with him. The Fall illuminates these two tremendous dramatic actors, revealing the complexities of these characters, as well as the deliberate details of the scenarios, through the spellbinding scripts from creator Allan Cubitt. An authentically frightening psychological thriller, The Fall is an unforgettably haunting viewing experience. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'As We See It' (2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 90% | IMDb: 8.1/10

Created by Jason Katims, As We See It is a dramedy about adults on the autism spectrum who attempt to cohabitate. Starring the hilarious Rick Glassman, along with Sue Ann Pien and Albert Rutecki, As We See It follows these roommates, emphasizing the realities and differences among people who are labeled as autistic. Providing an authentic perspective, As We See It reveals the universal experiences of growing up and chasing passions. Although disappointingly cut short, the first and only season of As We See It is an ambitious show with heart, humor, and relatable scenarios for people of all ages. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'Alias' (2001 - 2006)

Rotten Tomatoes: 86% | IMDb: 7.6/10

Kevin Weisman, Victor Garber, David Anders, Lena Olin, Greg Grunberg

A high-octane action drama literally inspired by J.J. Abrams pitching "What if Felicity was a spy?", Alias introduced the world to the incredible physical abilities of Sydney Bristow (Jennifer Garner), a grad student also working as a secret agent. Sometimes cheesy, sometimes silly (the Rambaldi mythology does not exactly hold up), Alias was from the jump committed to delivering wild action sequences, an incredibly shippable romance, and — like all great spy stories — countless wigs. The first two seasons are nonstop fun, if you can overlook the camera's occasional leer at Garner in various forms of undress; they're so good, in fact, that Abrams has said that Tom Cruise tapped him to direct Mission: Impossible III after binge-watching the first two seasons. After that point, the series is a little uneven. But the wigs remain awesome. – Liz Shannon Miller Watch on Prime Video

'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 83% | IMDb: 7.0/10

Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power expands J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved world, allowing the audience to dive even deeper into its rich mythology. Chock-full of drama and adventure – and featuring some truly breathtaking visuals – The Rings of Power is a stunning cinematic journey. The fantastic performances by Morfydd Clark, Nazanin Boniadi, and Peter Mullan ground it all, making each character and relationship shine. This is one of the most buzzed-about shows of the year, and it’s not hard to see why. – Taylor Gates Watch on Prime Video

'A Very British Scandal' (2021)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.0/10

A three-part historical limited series featuring the extremely talented Claire Foy (The Crown) and Paul Bettany (WandaVision), A Very British Scandal dramatizes the relationship between Duchess Margaret and Duke Ian Campbell – and the media frenzy that surrounded their divorce. The series focuses on, well, scandals, including adultery, theft, and drug use, touching on the political climate – especially the attitude towards women – in 1960s Britain. The show has been praised for its casting, performances, and raw depiction of the polarizing Margaret. – Taylor Gates Watch on Prime Video

'Leverage: Redemption' (2021 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 8.2/10

Set eight years after the end of the original TNT series, Leverage: Redemption reunites a beloved team of grifters and thieves, allowing the actors who play them to rekindle their on-screen magic as well. Aldis Hodge (Black Adam), Beth Riesgraf, Gina Bellman, and Christian Kane (Almost Paradise) slip into their original characters to continue on their mission of helping people in need of their services. Joining the team this time around is former corporate fixer Harry Wilson, played perfectly by Noah Wyle (Falling Skies), and Hardison’s precocious little sister Briana, played by the enigmatic Aleyse Shannon. – Yael Tygiel Watch on Prime Video

'The Summer I Turned Pretty' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 85% | IMDb: 7.3/10

Jenny Han brings her popular book series to the screen in Prime Video’s The Summer I Turned Pretty, which follows soon-to-be 16-year-old Isabel “Belly” Conklin (Lola Tung) as she returns to Cousins Beach, the place she has spent practically all of her childhood summers. But this time is different, as Belly has done quite a bit of growing up over the last year. Now viewed as a young woman, the love triangle between her and the Fisher boys — Conrad (Christopher Briney) and Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) — heats up. Meanwhile, the kids’ mothers Laurel (Jackie Chung) and Susannah (Rachel Blanchard) are faced with their own changes as Laurel continues recovering from her divorce and Susannah’s future is left up in the air. This is must-watch TV, full of emotion, incredible storytelling, and beautiful love of all kinds. - Jay Snow Watch on Prime Video

'Outer Range' (2022 - Present)

Rotten Tomatoes: 79% | IMDb: 7.1/10

One of the most intriguing new series about the cosmic forces that threaten to decimate a small Wyoming family, Outer Range has a story that expands outwards into the universe as much as it looks inwards into its characters. It stars Josh Brolin as Royal Abbott, a troubled patriarch who is trying to keep his family safe following a crisis. He also is hiding the fact that a giant black hole has opened up on his land, one of many secrets he is trying to keep from the rest of his family. When Imogen Poots’ drifter Autumn suddenly appears on their land and starts asking questions, the fragile existence Royal has carved out may soon fall apart. Both Poots and Brolin are outstanding, shifting from being adversarial to understanding in such a fashion that you are constantly kept on your toes. It is a show that withholds a lot, though this only makes it all the more impactful when all the pieces come together. A blend of science fiction and western iconography, it is a unique experience worth jumping into. - Chase Hutchinson Watch on Prime Video

'Hanna' (2019 - 2021)

Rotten Tomatoes: 80% | IMDb: 7.6/10

Based on the 2011 film of the same name starring Eric Bana and Saoirse Ronan, Hanna is initially about a girl who has been raised in the brutal wilderness by her father. As we learn, her training in martial arts and survival isn't all just for fun but because her father Erik (Joel Kinnaman) was once a part of the CIA and the UTRAX program that experimented on children to make them super soldiers. Hanna (Esme Creed-Miles) was a child of the program. Hunting them is Marissa Wiegler (Mireille Enos), who was once a part of the original experiment on the children. Although the concept might seem a little wacky, there is a lot of love when it comes to Prime Video's take on this story. Creed-Miles is the perfect Hanna, withdrawn, curious, and strong. The show explores more than just her experience in the wilderness but dives into the program itself and her relationship with the other young women who are subjects of the program. Enos and Kinnaman deliver strong performances as Hanna's parental figures in an unexpected for The Killing fans. — Therese Lacson Watch on Prime Video

'Mr. Robot' (2015 - 2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 94% | IMDb: 8.5/10

One of the most fascinating and dynamic shows to come out of recent memory, Mr. Robot is defined by creator Sam Esmail’s vision as well as a dynamite performance by Rami Malek. Malek plays Elliot, a reclusive hacker who is trying to make his corrupt world a better place while dealing with his own mental illness that stems from past trauma. It quickly becomes not just one of television’s best character studies but one of its most inventive. Esmail plays with both genre and our expectations, ensuring each episode becomes a distinct experience whose visual flair is only surpassed by its endless intrigue. Once you finish it, you’ll be in awe of just how well-crafted the show’s story was. It is a series that takes huge swings and knocks them out of the park, drawing you in deeper with each remarkable episode. Bleak yet beautiful, it is one of the best shows you’ll ever be fortunate enough to experience. There hasn’t been anything like it since and may never be, it's that wonderfully unique. — Chase Hutchinson Watch on Prime Video

'Poldark' (2015 - 2019)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 8.3/10

Based on the novels by Winston Graham, Poldark, follows the life of Captain Ross Poldark (Aiden Turner). Set in 1783, the story opens with Poldark returning home to Cornwall after fighting in the American Revolutionary War, only to find that the life he once lead has been turned on its side; his father is dead, his estate is ruined, he is burdened with debt, and the woman he once sought to marry has been engaged to another - his cousin. Distraught and unsure of what to do next, Poldark attempts to reclaim his life and legacy, eventually hiring a scullery maid, played by Eleanor Tomlinson; the show is a whirlwind of drama and romance, following the these two characters as they face not only the feelings for each other, but also with love, loss, death, and the trials of war. Both visually stunning, with sweeping scenery that matches the intense emotions of the characters, and sonically, with a hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, Poldark is the perfect show to watch while bundled up with a cup of your favorite tea. — Olivia Fitzpatrick Watch on Prime Video

'The Wilds' (2020 - 2022)

Rotten Tomatoes: 89% | IMDb: 7.3/10

If you like Yellowjackets or Lost or just really good TV, I highly recommend giving The Wilds a watch. This drama sees a group of high school girls on their way to a leadership conference marooned on an island after a plane crash. They have to go from being strangers to learning how to trust each other and survive together in an instant. However, it’s revealed early on that, unbeknownst to them, a mysterious organization staged the crash and is watching the girls’ progress on the island. The Wilds uses a nonlinear structure to maintain the mystery, despite having such a big reveal early on. We see the story in flashbacks to the girls’ lives before the crash, their time on the island, and fast forwards to their time right after being rescued – showing the characters’ growth and why they were chosen for such a harsh experiment. The majority female creative team truly helps these characters feel fully realized, despite only getting to know them in bits and pieces throughout the first season. Between the acting, writing, and directing, it isn’t hard to get hooked on The Wilds from the first episode. — Brynna Arens Watch on Prime Video