This month has seen an explosion of new Prime Video movies on Amazon's streaming platform. There were so many new additions in February that it was actually quite difficult to narrow them down to this short list, which isn't a bad thing.
Prime Video has a library full of every type of movie you can imagine, from true classics to modern blockbusters and everything in between (including some truly excellent Amazon originals and exclusives, content you'll only find on Prime Video). Our list offers the best of the best when it comes to new titles to land on the streamer, and we'll update it frequently to make sure you don't miss a thing.
Here, we have only included titles from this month. For a more complete list of what's free, check out our pick of the best Amazon Prime Video movies free to stream now. Or stay here to see the latest content.
New Prime Video Movies
someone i met
Release date: 10 February
Someone I Used to Know is a new Prime Video Original starring Alison Brie (GLOW). It's a sweet romantic comedy in which Brie plays Ally, a busy producer who meets her first love, Sean (Jay Ellis), and spends an intense night with him reminiscing about her youth. Of course Sean is getting married to her too (just to confuse things further), and the woman in question reminds Ally of who she used to be, leading her to question the path Ally's life has taken. she.
There's nothing revolutionary about a film about identity and the choices we make, but it's very honest, well-constructed, and endearingly performed. We recommend it if you are in the mood for a sweet watch.
I robot
Release date: 1 February
It may not be Will Smith's best film, but it is solid. I, Robot, imagine the future we all fear, one in which robots become too powerful. It is the year 3 and robots are occupying government positions all over the planet. To prevent them from taking down their human masters, they must follow XNUMX key rules. And all is well, until the creator of US Robotics is found dead, apparently by suicide.
Technophobic detective Del Spooner (Smith) believes he was killed by one of the robots and begins to investigate, only to uncover a plot that could end humanity. Yeah.
If you haven't seen it, you should. It's the perfect Saturday night celebration.
Ugly
Release date: 1 February
Based on the novel of the same name by Kathryn Stockett, The Help is a seasonal drama exploring race relations in XNUMXs Mississippi. The premise is that an aspiring author decides to write a book about life in the bondage of a white family, interviewing the black women involved and changing lives in the process.
The Help has been criticized for depicting a "white savior narrative," with even star Viola Davis expressing regret at the way the film focused on white character stories as opposed to black ones. With that in mind, the stellar performances by Davis and Octavia Spencer are worth watching.
almost known
Release date: 1 February
Almost Famous is a witty coming-of-age comedy set against the backdrop of the 15s (most made in XNUMX) music scene. William (Patrick Fugit), XNUMX, is a music superfan who lands an interview for Rolling Stone with an up-and-coming rock band. His overprotective mother doesn't agree, which gives him something to grieve about.
Fun and exciting, it's a deep dive into the life of a touring band seen through the lens of an idealistic teenager, fans and all. It sounds like a love letter to rock, situated at the turning point of the music scene before disco took over. Frances McDormand and Kate Hudson also star.
Invasion of the body snatchers
Release date: 1 February
This 4 remake of the traditional sci-fi horror film stars Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, and Jeff Goldblum, and this version is considered by many to be the best of the XNUMX created to date. When alien pods land on Earth, the people of San Francisco begin to appreciate that their friends and family act differently. What happened? The clue is in the title.
Phillip Kaufman made this film because he loved the original so much and realized that his new version could be an alteration of the original themes rather than a complete replica. The themes continue to reverberate decades after the film, with the ideas of Cold War infiltrators coming to spy on you becoming increasingly relevant with the increase in technology. Maybe that's why there have been so many versions of the film.
This iteration was hailed as the best film ever made in this genre and received universal acclaim at the time and for years to come. Clearly one for your watch list.
The talented Mr. Ripley
Release date: 1 February
Matt Damon stars as the brilliant and terrifying Tom Ripley in this suspenseful thriller that will stick with you long after the credits roll. Set against the backdrop of a still bright and supposedly disengaged Italy in the XNUMXs, Tom is sent to bring back playboy Dickie Greenleaf (Jude Law) as Dickie's father mistakenly believes Tom knows his son. of Princeton. Shy by nature and soft-spoken, Tom dreams of being accepted by his peers.
Tom becomes obsessed with Dickie, his friends and his lifestyle, and events take a dark turn.
Also starring Gwyneth Paltrow, Try Blanchett and Phillip Seymour Hoffman, The Talented Mr Ripley was nominated for a list of awards (including 5 Oscars) and was followed by two sequels.
Rambo
Release date: 1 February
Rambo (two thousand and eight) has landed on Prime Video. Directed and co-written by Sylvester Stallone, it is the fourth film in the series, set in Myanmar and starring Stallone in the lead role. The plot centers on a wave of political grievances in Myanmar, with Rambo leading a rescue mission to free a group of Christian missionaries.
Although it received mixed reviews and was criticized for its unsubtle approach to politics and gratuitous violence, Stallone's direction and performance were widely praised. If you like bloody action sequences, this is for you.
Rambo: Last Blood was also added to the stream in February, so if you fancy continuing Rambo's final mission, you're in luck.
If you prefer a show over a movie, check out our list of the best Prime Video series.