Best Movies to Stream this Weekend on Amazon Prime, Including ‘Companion’

Whether you want something brand-new or a stone-cold classic, Prime has plenty to fill your weekend queue—fresh premieres from this week, recent originals from earlier in the month, and a few essential catalog titles that just landed. Below are ten picks, with who’s in them, what they’re about, and when they hit Prime so you can plan your watchlist without digging around.

‘Companion’ (2025)

A weekend getaway turns into a tense standoff when friends realize one guest is actually a companion robot, forcing shifting alliances and testing trust. The film stars Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, with Megan Suri, Lukas Gage, Harvey Guillén, and Rupert Friend in the ensemble. Written and directed by Drew Hancock and produced by Zach Cregger, Roy Lee, Raphael Margules, and J.D. Lifshitz, it blends a contained thriller setup with sci-fi stakes. It arrives on Prime on Saturday, October 18.

‘Our Fault’ (2025)

The final chapter of Mercedes Ron’s ‘Culpables’ saga follows Noah and Nick as they face consequences from earlier choices amid family turmoil and public pressure. Nicole Wallace and Gabriel Guevara reprise their roles as the central couple. Directed by Domingo González, the adaptation focuses on resolving the pair’s legal, familial, and trust-driven conflicts while expanding supporting characters from both families. It debuts on Prime on Thursday, October 16.

‘Maintenance Required’ (2025)

Charlie runs an all-female mechanic shop and unknowingly falls for her corporate rival through an anonymous online confidant. Madelaine Petsch stars as Charlie alongside Jacob Scipio, with Madison Bailey, Katy O’Brian, and others rounding out the cast. Directed by Lacey Uhlemeyer and produced by Amazon MGM Studios, it mixes workplace rivalry with mistaken-identity romance. It landed on Prime on Wednesday, October 8.

‘Saquon’ (2025)

This feature-length sports documentary follows Saquon Barkley through five years of personal video diaries, from ACL rehab and contract turbulence to a championship run. It tracks his first season in Philadelphia with on-field milestones and family moments. Executive produced in part by Martin Scorsese, the film uses self-recorded material to create a first-person narrative. It premiered on Prime on Thursday, October 9.

‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ (2025)

A wealthy super-fan lures a once-famed folk duo to a remote island for a private reunion show, stirring old wounds as the setlist nears. Tom Basden and Carey Mulligan play the estranged musicians, with Tim Key as the eccentric host. Directed by James Griffiths from a screenplay by Key and Basden, the movie expands on their earlier short ‘The One and Only Herb McGwyer Plays Wallis Island.’ It arrived on Prime on Friday, October 10.

‘John Candy: I Like Me’ (2025)

This documentary portrait covers John Candy’s career from ‘SCTV’ through signature film roles, using never-before-seen archives and interviews with collaborators and family. Directed by Colin Hanks and produced by Ryan Reynolds with a team of partners, it includes newly unearthed footage and a tribute recording tied to Candy’s legacy. The film assembles outtakes, home videos, and testimonies for a comprehensive look at his life and work. It debuted on Prime on Friday, October 10.

‘Dracula Untold’ (2014)

Vlad III makes a perilous pact to protect his family and people from an invading empire, setting the origin for the Dracula legend. Luke Evans leads the cast as Vlad, with Sarah Gadon, Dominic Cooper, and Charles Dance among the key players. Directed by Gary Shore from a screenplay by Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless, it blends historical touchpoints with supernatural action. It joins Prime on Thursday, October 16.

‘Frankenstein’ (1931)

James Whale’s classic adapts Mary Shelley’s story of Dr. Henry Frankenstein and the tragic creature he brings to life. Boris Karloff’s performance helped define the character’s enduring image, with Colin Clive and Mae Clarke in principal roles. The screenplay by Garrett Fort and Francis Edward Faragoh and Whale’s direction cemented it as a cornerstone of studio horror. It became available on Prime on October 1 and is ready to stream now.

‘West Side Story’ (1961)

Set in New York, rival gangs the Jets and the Sharks clash as Tony and Maria fall in love, in a musical retelling of ‘Romeo and Juliet.’ Directed by Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins, it stars Natalie Wood and Richard Beymer, with Rita Moreno in a standout supporting role. Ernest Lehman’s screenplay adapts the Broadway hit, with music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. It joined Prime on October 1.

‘GoldenEye’ (1995)

James Bond investigates a stolen satellite weapon and faces a former ally turned adversary. Pierce Brosnan plays 007 alongside Sean Bean and Famke Janssen, with Izabella Scorupco as Natalya. Directed by Martin Campbell, the film revitalized the franchise with high-tech thrills and a new era for the character. It’s streaming on Prime after arriving on October 1.

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