It's been a couple of weeks since the Reacher Season 4 finale, but the action-packed world of Prime Video's toughest hero is still dominating the streaming charts. However, it's not the original series—which has held the #2 spot for 50 straight days—that's on top. Instead, the brand-new spin-off Neagley, starring the fantastic Maria Sten, has taken the #1 position and already earned a Season 2 renewal. But if you're looking for something beyond that, here are three shows on Prime Video that are absolute must-watches this weekend.
For more ideas, check out our list of the best video game masterpieces if you're in a gaming mood, or dive into our Netflix October lineup for more streaming picks.
Bates Motel (2013–2017)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 8.1/10
October is officially spooky season, and there's no better way to kick it off than with a binge-watch of a prequel to one of the greatest horror films ever made. Bates Motel gives us the backstory of Norman Bates, the infamous motel owner from Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 classic Psycho. Freddie Highmore delivers a chilling performance as a young Norman, while Vera Farmiga shines as his overbearing mother, Norma.
The show is a masterclass in psychological horror, earning Farmiga a Primetime Emmy nomination for Lead Actress—one of three total nominations for the series. With 50 episodes across five seasons, it's a deep dive into the twisted relationship that made Norman who he was. So pull back the shower curtain and take a stab at this perfect start to October. If you want to know more about how this show became the gold standard for horror prequels, we've got you covered.
Fleabag (2016–2019)
Rotten Tomatoes: 100% | IMDb: 8.7/10
If horror isn't your thing, but you still want to start October with something brilliant, look no further than Fleabag. Created by and starring Phoebe Waller-Bridge, this series is based on her award-winning one-woman play and follows an unnamed protagonist navigating love, grief, family chaos, and her own flawed attempts at being a better person in modern London.
With six Primetime Emmys across just two seasons, a perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes score, and a spot in the New York Times' list of the 100 Best TV Shows of the 21st Century, Fleabag is nothing short of genius. Waller-Bridge's sharp writing and fourth-wall-breaking charm have influenced countless shows since, but nothing comes close to the original. It's a short, perfect binge that will leave you wanting more.
Supernatural (2005–2020)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93% | IMDb: 8.4/10
Before Eric Kripke changed the superhero genre with The Boys, he created Supernatural, the longest-running live-action fantasy series in U.S. TV history. Starring Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles as brothers Sam and Dean Winchester, the show follows them as they hunt monsters, demons, and everything in between.
Who doesn't love a good monster-of-the-week format? For 15 seasons and 327 episodes, Supernatural delivered some of the most thrilling fantasy television ever made. Even 21 years later, it holds up thanks to its timeless soundtrack and stellar performances from the leads and supporting cast, including Misha Collins, Mark Sheppard, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, and Jim Beaver. It's a massive commitment, but every episode is worth it.
So whether you're in the mood for horror, comedy-drama, or epic fantasy, these three shows have you covered this weekend. Happy streaming!
