Amazon Prime has been much needed during the pandemic: making sure we have our groceries and our TV gag shows on demand. As a result, Prime Video, its on-demand streaming component, is crushing the competition in terms of subscriber numbers and global availability.
Despite the platform's ubiquity, there's still a free 30-day Amazon Prime Video trial up for grabs. It's a big draw for entertainment junkies: a whole month to watch Amazon Originals, the award-winning series The Boys, live sports, and Golden Globe-nominated titles like the upcoming hilarious Borat movie and One. Regina King's Night in Miami.
Signing up is easy, there's tons of stuff to check out, and a paid membership doesn't have to break the bank after your Amazon Prime free trial ends. Keep reading and we will explain everything below. Today's best Amazon Prime deals
How to get the Amazon Prime Video Free Trial
If you're new to Amazon Prime or have been a Prime member for more than twelve months, the free 30-day Amazon Prime Video trial is available to you. It's even better for students, who are entitled to an incredible 6 months.
Registration is easy, just follow the points below:
- Go to Amazon Prime
- Select "Try Prime"
- Login to your Amazon account
- Follow the on-screen instructions if prompted
Your Amazon account will need a current and valid credit card associated with it. But, as long as you cancel your subscription before the free trial expires, you won't be charged.
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What is the cheapest way to get Amazon Prime Video after the free trial?
A typical Amazon Prime subwoofer, which includes Prime Video, unlimited music, Prime Reading, free shipping and more, costs $12.99 per month in the US and €7.99 / AU$6.99. Pay €119 for the annual subscription and save a decent sum, all while enjoying super-fast delivery and year-round multimedia entertainment. But if you're only interested in blockbuster movies or the weekly Amazon Original series drama, a £8,99 Prime Video subscription will get you £3 a month better. This is an option available only in the United States. Studying really pays off, as after the 6-month free trial ends, students only need to pay €6.49 per month to access everything on Prime. AND
So it's 50% less than the usual rates and cheaper than a basic Netflix plan.
What can I watch with my Amazon Prime Video free trial?
There is something to feast your eyes:
over 13.000 movies and TV series. It offers Hollywood classics like It's A Wonderful Life, modern thrillers, like You Were Never Really Here and Zodiac, for example, and plenty of independent comedies and feel-good movies.
Prime is also packed with great Amazon Originals: Transparent, Hunters, Fleabag and Tales from the Loop to name a few. Then there are a slew of recent Golden Globe-nominated titles like Sound of Metal and the Amazon exclusive Little Axe. Meanwhile, sports fans can enjoy live matches and documentary series like All or Nothing. And, if any of your favorite programming is missing, there's a good chance you'll find it through Amazon channels.
There are over 100 you can subscribe to, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, and Shudder, which often offer their own 7-day free trials. Like Netflix, the content available varies from country to country. So the best way to see exactly what's on offer where you're at is to head over to Amazon and take advantage of this 30-day free trial.