A New Comedy Is Amazon Prime’s Most-Watched Movie of the Week Yet Again

Amazon Prime continues to be a massive hub for feature films, drawing in audiences with a diverse array of upcoming blockbusters, recent hits, and classic favorites. Looking at the viewing trends for this week, viewers are eagerly tracking highly anticipated upcoming releases alongside established cinematic adventures. From high-octane espionage thrillers and intense horror sequels to lighthearted animated comedies and gripping tales of revenge, the platform’s trending chart reflects a wide variety of audience tastes. Here is a look at the most watched movies on the streaming service right now, organized by their current viewing popularity.

‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ (2025)

The highly anticipated horror sequel brings back paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren for another terrifying supernatural case. Directed by Michael Chaves, the film serves as the fourth mainline installment in the massively successful horror franchise. Series veterans Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga reprise their iconic roles as the famous demonologists facing down their most formidable demonic threat yet. The narrative is expected to conclude the main storyline of the Warrens’ cinematic case files while drawing from their real-life investigations.

‘The Boss Baby’ (2017)

This animated comedy centers on a wildly imaginative seven-year-old boy named Tim whose life is turned upside down by the arrival of his new infant brother. The titular baby arrives at the house wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase, quickly revealing that he is actually a secret agent on a corporate mission. Voiced by Alec Baldwin, the pint-sized executive must team up with his reluctant older brother to stop the CEO of Puppy Co. from replacing babies with adorable puppies. The financial success of ‘The Boss Baby’ led to a vast multimedia franchise that includes multiple television series and a theatrical sequel.

‘The Great Wall’ (2016)

Set during the Song dynasty, this historical fantasy action film follows European mercenaries who travel to China in search of black powder. The travelers are captured by a secret military sect called the Nameless Order, who are tasked with defending the massive structural border against terrifying alien monsters known as the Taotie. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Zhang Yimou, the visually striking epic features an international cast led by Matt Damon, Pedro Pascal, and Willem Dafoe. The mercenaries must ultimately decide whether to steal the valuable gunpowder or join the local warriors in a desperate battle to save humanity.

‘Vengeance’ (2026)

The brutal murder of the wife of a military hero known as Toro turns the special forces operative into a man with a single purpose. After a stroke of unexpected fate turns him into a millionaire, the grieving soldier transforms his massive new fortune into a heavily armed arsenal. Alongside his most trusted and closest soldiers, he sets out on a relentless hunt to track down the criminals responsible for his tragic loss. Directed by Rodrigo Valdes, ‘Vengeance’ stars Omar Chaparro and Alejandro Speitzer in a gripping story of violent retribution and deep personal loss.

‘Mercy’ (2026)

Set in a near-future world where capital crime has surged, this science fiction thriller follows a detective who is accused of a violent crime. The protagonist must go on the run and fight to clear his name in a society that has implemented a heavily scrutinized justice system. Directed by Timur Bekmambetov, the film is headlined by an ensemble cast featuring Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson, and Annabelle Wallis. The narrative promises to deliver a high-stakes blend of futuristic world-building, intense action sequences, and a gripping fugitive storyline.

‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ (2025)

Tom Cruise returns as legendary IMF agent Ethan Hunt in the eighth installment of the long-running espionage action franchise. Following the events of the previous film, Hunt and his dedicated team must track down a rogue artificial intelligence known as the Entity before it falls into the wrong hands. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the blockbuster features returning stars Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, and Pom Klementieff. The production promises another round of groundbreaking practical stunts, globe-trotting espionage, and high-stakes cinematic action as the beloved spy faces his ultimate mission.

‘Sarah’s Oil’ (2025)

Based on an incredible true story, this historical drama chronicles the life of an African American girl named Sarah Rector who lived in the early twentieth century. After receiving an allotment of land in Oklahoma, the young girl unexpectedly becomes a millionaire when one of the largest oil reserves in the nation is discovered on her property. Directed by Valerie Weiss, the film explores the massive wealth, intense public scrutiny, and complex legal battles that followed the monumental discovery. The inspiring historical adaptation features a strong ensemble cast including Sonequa Martin-Green, Zachary Levi, and Garret Dillahunt.

‘The Running Man’ (2025)

Directed by Edgar Wright, this dystopian science fiction film offers a new adaptation of the iconic novel written by Stephen King under his Richard Bachman pseudonym. Set in an oppressive future, the story follows a desperate man who enters a deadly televised game show where contestants must evade professional killers to win massive cash prizes. Glen Powell stars as the hunted protagonist, stepping into a grueling physical challenge designed to entertain a deeply fractured society. Unlike the previous cinematic adaptation, this modern iteration aims to be a much more faithful translation of the original source material.

‘Crime 101’ (2026)

Based on a gripping novella by acclaimed crime author Don Winslow, this heist thriller delves into the cat-and-mouse dynamic between a master thief and a dedicated detective. A highly skilled jewel thief operates strictly by a rigorous personal code, executing flawless robberies along the Pacific Coast while evading capture. When local police link the thefts to the Colombian cartels, a lone detective realizes the crimes are actually the work of one brilliant individual. Directed by Bart Layton, the highly anticipated film stars major Hollywood talents including Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and Barry Keoghan.

‘Balls Up’ (2026)

Two American marketing executives face sudden unemployment after spectacularly blowing a massive corporate sponsorship opportunity for their company. With nothing left to lose, the fired buddies decide to use their free promotional tickets to attend a major soccer match and drown their sorrows. Their ensuing drunken debauchery quickly spirals wildly out of control, leading them to be hunted by essentially every person across the country. Directed by Peter Farrelly, ‘Balls Up’ is a chaotic action-comedy starring Mark Wahlberg, Paul Walter Hauser, and Molly Shannon.

Which of these trending streaming titles are you most excited to watch next, and what are your thoughts on the platform’s upcoming releases; let us know your opinions in the comments.