Looking for exciting shows and movies to enjoy this weekend on OTT platforms? Based on popularity and viewer attention in the region, here are five standout titles available on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video that are worth your time.
For International Action & Sci-Fi Thrills (Prime Video):
Series: Reacher
Based on the popular Jack Reacher novels, this action-packed series follows a hulking and highly intelligent former military investigator who roams the U.S., getting entangled in solving violent crimes. Reacher offers a straightforward plot combined with high production values, making it an entertaining Hollywood action series perfect for weekend bingeing.
For a Global Hit with a Unique Concept (Netflix):
Series: Alice in Borderland
This intense Japanese thriller and sci-fi survival series has become a massive global sensation, especially across Asia. It centers on a group of people transported to an alternate, deserted Tokyo, where they must compete in deadly psychological games to survive. Alice in Borderland is a gripping, high-stakes series that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
For a Dark, Satirical Superhero Series (Prime Video):
Series: The Boys
An award-winning dark comedy that subverts the superhero genre, The Boys depicts “heroes” as corrupt celebrities controlled by a mega-corporation. Known for its violent and smart storytelling, this series is a complete departure from traditional superhero shows. (Note: The Boys is R-rated and contains mature content.)
For a Psychological Mystery and Horror Experience (Prime Video):
Series: FROM
Produced by the creators of Lost, FROM takes viewers to a nightmarish town in middle America that traps anyone who enters. The unwilling residents must survive terrifying nocturnal creatures while trying to find a way out. This slow-burn series combines psychological thrills and mystery, ideal for fans of atmospheric horror.
For a Feel-Good Romance (Amazon Prime):
Movie: The Idea of You
Starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine, The Idea of You follows Solène, a 40-year-old single mother and art gallery owner, who embarks on an unexpected whirlwind romance with Hayes Campbell, the charismatic 24-year-old lead singer of the world’s hottest boy band, August Moon. This heartwarming film offers a delightful blend of romance and drama.
Whether you’re into action, psychological thrillers, dark comedy, or romantic drama, these five titles offer a diverse lineup for an entertaining weekend on Netflix and Prime Video.