Best Prime Video Miniseries to Watch This Weekend

Best Prime Video Miniseries to Watch This Weekend

For an in-depth look at bite-sized stories, nothing beats Prime Video. With so many television options available on the best streaming services, it can be hard to decide what to watch next - and even harder to fit your choice into your already busy schedule.

Fortunately, the world of miniseries offers self-contained storylines and the same kind of emotionally weighted entertainment that makes long-running shows so memorable and quick (and easily engrossing.) Amazon Prime. Video account gives you access to the award-winning miniseries.

Prime Video miniseries that are perfect for weekend binge-watching.

"Swarm" is part true-life documentary, part horror thriller, and part satirical commentary on the greedy fan culture fueled by the rise of social media. The film, by co-creators Janine Nabors and Donald Glover ("Atlanta"), stars Dominique Fishback ("The Hate u Give") as Dre, the world's biggest murderous superfan of fictional Beyoncé-style pop star Ni'Jah, a He plays the role.

When confronted with those who do not share her respect, she indiscriminately metes out justice with kettlebells, sledgehammers, or whatever heavy object is nearby. While her serial violence serves as the darkly comic cornerstone of a show that satirizes fan culture and social media, it also sheds light on the warped sense of community that those who feel on the margins of society find within their ranks. "Swarm" also marks the acting debut of pop star Billie Eilish as Eva, the leader of a disturbing cult.

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"Modern Love" is one of those series that is better experienced than described. An anthology miniseries of romantic comedies, it is based on a true story featured in a long-running column of the same name in The New York Times. Each self-contained episode depicts the complexities and pitfalls of relationships in today's society.

The moving story also features a stellar cast, including Anne Hathaway, Dev Patel, Catherine Keener, Tina Fey, John Slattery, and Andy Garcia. And - in a plot twist - it doesn't just focus on romantic love. Over the course of eight episodes, "Modern Love" explores the human bonds that make life worth living, including friendship and family.

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"Griffon" may at first seem inspired by "Stranger Things." This is because the 1989 German novel Der Greif, on which the former is based, predates the Duffer brothers' Netflix sci-fi hit by several decades. Another interesting fact. The Gryphon is from the same studio that brought the acclaimed German series Dark to Netflix.

Set in the small town of Krefelden in the 1990s, the miniseries follows a somber teenage boy named Mark (Jeremias Meyer) as he discovers his true calling when he and his family are destined to protect a realm of dark fantasy. A cruel despot called the Gryphon rules the realm, and his formidable army is closing in. The Gryphon boasts a gritty '90s backdrop, stunning costume design, and a tightly woven story that fits perfectly into its six-episode structure.

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When it comes to multi-level marketing companies, Lularow is one of the most notorious. Lularich is a compelling documentary that delves deep into this viral clothing empire that gained a cult following throughout the 2010s for its comfort and colorful flair. It also delves into the company's accusations of pyramid schemes that have landed the company in court.

The series paints a comprehensive picture of the hubris and greed that drives the Lularoe machine, with testimony from former employees, sellers, and even the company's founder himself, along with insights from MLM experts. It is a surreal tale of capitalism gone mad, a wild ride from start to finish.

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If you're looking for a high prestige, edge-of-your-seat spy thriller. How about "The Night Manager," adapted from John le Carré's novel of the same name? Tom Hiddleston (Loki) plays Jonathan Pine, a former British soldier and night auditor at a hotel. He embarks on a dangerous mission to infiltrate the inner circle of international arms dealer Richard Roper (Hugh Laurie). Olivia Colman rounds out this A-list cast as Angela Barr, the Foreign Ministry agent who recruited Pine and who is unwaveringly determined to bring Roper down by any means necessary.

As Pine grows on Roper, she is plagued with moral dilemmas that test her loyalty, especially with regard to the enigmatic Barr. The miniseries was widely acclaimed upon its release, winning three Golden Globes (one for each of the lead actors) and a Primetime Emmy for director Sussanne Bier. With a compelling story and great performances, The Night Manager is a must-see for fans of suspense thrillers.

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