7 Amazing Series You Should Be Waiting to Watch on Prime Video

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While Prime Video may not attract as much attention as Netflix or HBO, it has built a catalog filled with some of the most unique and rewarding series of the past decade. This platform is packed with original content that many viewers discover years later, realizing what they missed. Prime Video boldly embraces niche or experimental stories that other platforms often overlook. If you've been ignoring Prime Video originals for years, here are some fantastic series you’ll want to watch.

"Daisy Jones & The Six" may seem like a simple music drama about the rise and fall of a fictional rock band in the 1970s, but it offers so much more. Based on Taylor Jenkins Reid's novel, the series unfolds in a retrospective documentary style, adding the necessary realism to the story. It explores the struggles of singer Daisy Jones (Riley Keough) and The Six band, led by Billy Dunne (Sam Claflin), on their path to superstardom, along with the complex emotional bond between them.

"Patriot," on the other hand, might be overlooked by many because it’s one of the most unique espionage series out there. Intelligence officer John Tavner (Michael Dorman) is tasked with preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. However, the absurd situations he encounters and the constantly changing circumstances heighten the tension of the series. John is not a perfect super agent; he appears as a weary, emotionally drained character.

"Mr. & Mrs. Smith" takes it a step further by building on the foundation of the iconic 2005 film. Two strangers, John Smith (Donald Glover) and Jane Smith (Maya Erskine), take on dangerous missions for a secret espionage organization. What starts as a professional relationship evolves into a complex one as the missions progress. The series explores the trust and intimacy between the couple with each mission, offering viewers a deep emotional connection.

Finally, the miniseries "The English" presents a perfect intimate Western story for today. In 1890, English aristocrat Lady Cornelia Locke (Emily Blunt) travels to the American West to seek revenge on the man she believes is responsible for her son's death. During her journey, she encounters former cavalry scout Eli Whipp (Chaske Spencer), and their relationship uncovers unexpected connections from their pasts. "The English" deeply impacts viewers by offering new layers beyond the revenge story.

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