While Spider-Man: Brand New Day continues to smash box office records—becoming the second-fastest film to hit $2 billion worldwide—sometimes you want a break from the superhero spectacle. If you're looking for something different to stream this weekend, Prime Video has a trio of gems that offer everything from gritty revenge to laugh-out-loud fantasy and timeless crime drama. Here are three picks to add to your watchlist for August 22-23.
Is God Is (2025)
Adapted from Aleshea Harris's acclaimed play, Is God Is made its streaming debut on Prime Video this week, and it's already earning rave reviews. The story follows two sisters, Racine (Kara Young) and Anaia (Mallori Johnson), on a harrowing mission of vengeance that forces them to confront their traumatic past. With a stellar cast including Vivica A. Fox, Janelle Monáe, Erika Alexander, and Sterling K. Brown, this film is a powerful blend of raw emotion and explosive storytelling.
Critics have been nearly unanimous in their praise, giving it a 97% Rotten Tomatoes score. It's a gripping, heart-wrenching tale that will stay with you long after the credits roll. If you're in the mood for something intense and thought-provoking, this is the one.
Good Fortune (2025)
Keanu Reeves trades his John Wick persona for a celestial role in Good Fortune, a fantasy comedy directed by and starring Aziz Ansari. Reeves plays Gabriel, an angel tasked with shaking up the lives of a gig worker and a venture capitalist, but his divine intervention goes hilariously wrong. Seth Rogen co-stars, adding his signature comedic charm to the mix.
Despite a modest theatrical run, the film has found a second life on streaming, and it's easy to see why. With a 79% Rotten Tomatoes score, it's a lighthearted, 97-minute romp that balances humor with heart. Critics have singled out Reeves's performance as a highlight, calling it "a godsend." If you're after a feel-good watch that doesn't take itself too seriously, this is a great choice.
Fargo (1996)
Turning 30 this year, the Coen Brothers' Fargo remains a masterpiece of dark comedy. William H. Macy stars as Jerry Lundegaard, a desperate car salesman who hatches a plan to have his own wife kidnapped to solve his financial woes. But when the scheme goes awry thanks to bumbling criminals and a tenacious police chief (Frances McDormand in an Oscar-winning role), chaos ensues in the snowy Minnesota landscape.
With a 95% Rotten Tomatoes score and an 8.1 IMDb rating, Fargo is widely considered one of the best films of the 1990s. It won the Best Director prize at Cannes and two Academy Awards, and its blend of quirky humor and shocking violence has aged beautifully. If you've never seen it—or want to revisit it—this weekend is the perfect time.
For more streaming suggestions, check out our roundup of Prime Video's latest additions or dive into our list of fun horror movies if you're in the mood for something spookier. And if you're a fan of the Coen brothers' style, you might also enjoy our ranking of brutal action films.
