Amazon Prime Video is Amazon's very own streaming video platform, which offers thousands of movies and series, as well as an impressive catalog of Amazon Original productions such as The Boys, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Good Doctor, Reacher, and Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan.

What is Amazon Prime Video?

if you haven't been living under a rock, you have probably heard of Amazon Prime Video before. Prime Video is Amazon's answer to Netflix. It is an on-demand video streaming service with a vast amount of exclusive content, besides also featuring a decent selection of films and series from third-party producers. Prime Video is available in over 200 countries. Subscribing to the service also gives you access to the benefits of Amazon Prime, Prime Music, Prime Reading, and Prime Gaming at no extra costs.

What are the key features of Amazon Prime Video?

Extensive library: Access a library of thousands of programs, movies, and series of Amazon's own production and external productions.
Download content: You have the possibility to download content so that you can view it offline at any time.
X-Ray: Powered by IMDB (Internet Movie Database), this function provides quality background information about the cast, plot, soundtrack, and other details about the content you are watching,
Extra channels: If you are looking for even more content to watch, you can subscribe to more than 10 thematic channels such as Paramount+, MGM, Starzplay and Fox Sports.
Multiple channels: Create and manage up to 6 profiles, including profiles for children that ensure only age-appropriate content.

How does Amazon Prime Video work?

It's easy-peasy. Prime Video boasts a user-friendly interface with a powerful search engine and smooth navigation. In Prime Video's menu, you will find several options:

Search: Browse the catalog.
Home: Here you will find new releases, popular movies, and series, as well as recommendations based on your viewing history.
Categories: Filter the content by genres such as Action and Adventure, Drama, Comedy, Anime, War, Kids and family, and many more.
Store: Here you can buy or rent series and movies that are not included in your subscription.
My Stuff: This is a personal space where you can create a Watchlist and see and overview of content that was previously purchased or rented by you

Is Amazon Prime Video free?

Amazon Prime Video is one of the exclusive benefits of Amazon Prime, the online retail giant's premium subscription service that offers fast and free delivery. Prime is $12.99 per month, and new members are entitled to a 30-day free trial period. Once you've become a Prime member, you can enjoy the on-demand streaming service without additional costs. However, please note that some content, especially specific brand new releases and blockbuster movies, are only accessible for rent or purchase.

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