Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Amazon Prime, Including ‘Wolf Man’
A fresh weekend on Prime Video means new arrivals alongside a few recent favorites that are getting plenty of play. We pulled the options below from this week’s drops and the current most watched list so you can jump straight to a solid pick without scrolling forever. Everything here is a movie and each entry includes the essential story setup along with who made it and who stars in it.
To help you get moving fast, we leaned on what is new first, then spotlighted high profile originals, followed by notable hits and modern classics. Cast and crew details come straight from the projects themselves so you can match your mood to the right kind of story, whether that means a monster tale, a heist, a musical, or a sports drama.
‘Wolf Man’ (2025)
A man living with his wife and daughter faces a terrifying curse that turns him into a predator when the full moon rises. The plot follows the family as they try to protect each other while a remote community reacts to unexplained attacks that grow more frequent and more violent.
The film is directed by Leigh Whannell and produced through Blumhouse with Jason Blum. Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner lead the cast with Sam Jaeger in a key role. Universal backs the release and brings its classic monster line back into focus with a contemporary setting and new characters.
‘The Pickup’ (2025)
A routine armored truck run goes sideways when a crew targets the operation and multiple players chase the same score. The story tracks the job from planning to fallout as an experienced driver and his partner try to keep control while a determined rival forces their hand.
The film is directed by Tim Story and is produced for Prime Video by Amazon MGM Studios with The Story Company. Eddie Murphy stars alongside Pete Davidson and Keke Palmer with supporting roles from Jack Kesy and other ensemble players who round out the heist world.
‘War of the Worlds’ (2025)
An alien force arrives with overwhelming technology and throws cities into chaos as families attempt to evacuate and authorities try to respond. The plot follows parallel efforts on the ground as communication lines fail and improvised shelters become the new normal.
The film is directed by Rich Lee with a screenplay credited to Kenny Golde and Marc Hyman. Ice Cube and Eva Longoria appear with Iman Benson and Henry Hunter Hall among the featured cast. Universal handles distribution for this modern take on the classic invasion story.
‘Heads of State’ (2025)
An international crisis pulls together leaders and security teams as a threat converges on a high stakes summit. The story moves through secure routes, motorcades, and closed door meetings while a pair of unlikely partners work to prevent an attack.
The film is directed by Ilya Naishuller from a script by Josh Appelbaum, André Nemec, and Harrison Query based on a story by Harrison Query. Idris Elba and John Cena star with Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Jack Quaid, Paddy Considine, Carla Gugino, and Stephen Root in support. Amazon MGM Studios released the movie straight to Prime Video.
‘Wicked’ (2024)
The story of Oz is retold through the friendship of Elphaba and Glinda as school life, palace politics, and public perception shape the paths of both young women. The plot follows classes, ceremonies, and shifting alliances on the way to the events that the world of Oz thinks it knows.
The film is directed by Jon M. Chu with a screenplay by Winnie Holzman based on the stage musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and the novel by Gregory Maguire. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande lead the cast with Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, and others rounding out the ensemble.
‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’ (2024)
Generations after the era of Caesar, ape clans manage rival settlements while human groups try to survive in scattered communities. The plot follows a young chimpanzee who leaves home and crosses dangerous territories as new leaders seek technology and influence.
The film is directed by Wes Ball and is produced by 20th Century Studios. Owen Teague stars with Freya Allan, Kevin Durand, and Peter Macon among the principal cast while performance capture and location photography build out the world of evolving ape societies.
‘Hellboy: The Crooked Man’ (2024)
Hellboy teams with a rookie agent in 1950s Appalachia after a case draws them into a rural region haunted by witches and a figure known as the Crooked Man. The plot follows their investigation through isolated communities and cursed landmarks tied to old bargains.
The film is directed by Brian Taylor and is based on the comic storyline by Mike Mignola. Jack Kesy takes on the title role with Adeline Rudolph and Jefferson White in key parts. Production credits include Millennium Media with Dark Horse Entertainment involved on the publishing side of the source material.
‘Uncharted’ (2022)
A young fortune seeker teams up with a veteran treasure hunter to track a long lost haul tied to historic voyages. The plot moves through museums, cathedrals, and remote sites as maps, ciphers, and rival crews reveal a route to a hidden prize.
The film is directed by Ruben Fleischer with a screenplay by Rafe Judkins, Art Marcum, and Matt Holloway, adapted from the video game series. Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg lead the cast with Sophia Ali, Tati Gabrielle, and Antonio Banderas appearing in major roles under the Columbia Pictures banner.
‘Hidden Figures’ (2016)
Three mathematicians at NASA support early orbital missions with analysis, programming, and engineering inside flight research centers during the Space Race. The plot follows how their work intersects with test flights, astronaut training, and mission planning while policy changes open access to new roles.
The film is directed by Theodore Melfi and is written by Allison Schroeder and Theodore Melfi based on the nonfiction book by Margot Lee Shetterly. Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, and Janelle Monáe star with Kevin Costner, Kirsten Dunst, and Jim Parsons among the supporting cast. Production companies include Fox 2000 Pictures, Chernin Entertainment, and Levantine Films.
‘Creed’ (2015)
Adonis Johnson seeks out Rocky Balboa to train him as he steps into the ring and carries the legacy of his father Apollo Creed. The plot follows training phases, early bouts, and a title shot as the fighter and his mentor build a working bond.
The film is directed by Ryan Coogler who cowrote the screenplay with Aaron Covington from a story by Coogler. Michael B. Jordan stars with Sylvester Stallone and Tessa Thompson in principal roles while MGM and Warner Bros handle distribution through the companies that manage the long running ‘Rocky’ series.
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