From that lineup, only the latter is currently trending on the streaming service nationwide, as the post-apocalyptic thriller Apocalypse Z: New World currently stands as the 9th most popular movie on Prime Video's Top 10 Movies chart in the United States. As such, it remains a good option as we head into the weekend, just like the first film in the franchise, Apocalypse Z: The Beginning of the End.
Last weekend's recommendations were a comedy, a psychological thriller, and a post-apocalyptic thriller. This time around, I have shifted the list towards sci-fi, with one of the films being a masterpiece cyberpunk release that stands as one of the most iconic sci-fi movies to have ever been released. Joining it is an action thriller with a sci-fi twist to it.
The only non-sci-fi movie on our new Prime Video list is a spy comedy, which promises to be the film for the whole family on the streaming service this weekend. These are the best movies to watch on Prime Video this weekend.
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Agent Cody Banks (2003)
Starting the list is the most different release, Agent Cody Banks, the spy comedy starring Frankie Muniz and Hilary Duff, which is like a teenaged James Bond adventure. Given how the casting of Daniel Craig's replacement as James Bond is the talk of the town in Hollywood, with actors like Robert Pattinson and Nicholas Hoult joining the race, I felt that Agent Cody Banks was a timely choice.
That said, do not expect the film to go as dark and gritty as many of the 007 movies, given how Agent Cody Banks relies heavily on Muniz's comedic timing from his experience in the sitcom Malcolm in the Middle. This one is worth watching for the leads' chemistry, the spy gadgets, the fast-paced action, and the light take on material like James Bond.
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Infinite (2021)
Infinite starts to lean our list towards sci-fi, with the Mark Wahlberg release currently standing as the most popular movie on Prime Video in the United States. Infinite is the perfect option for those who are looking for action this weekend, but want something grittier and a lot more mature than Agent Cody Banks.
Infinite follows Wahlberg as Evan McCauley, a man who deals with mysterious visions, has abilities that he does not remember training to develop, and more. However, when he learns from a group, the Infinites, that these visions are memories of past lives, everything changes, and he must face a dangerous foe. Infinite is not groundbreaking, but the film is worth watching for its intense action and talented ensemble, which also includes Dylan O'Brien, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Jason Mantzoukas, and more.
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Blade Runner: The Final Cut (1982)
Finally, Blade Runner: The Final Cut was one of the early October arrivals on Prime Video, and anyone who follows the masterpiece sci-fi cyberpunk franchise started by director Ridley Scott must know why it is a timely movie. After all, Prime Video's Blade Runner 2099 series will be released on the streaming service on November 25, so now is the time to start the franchise or rewatch it, if you have not already.
This first Blade Runner movie set up an immersive and intricate world where the line between human and machine is blurred. Harrison Ford delivers a magnetic performance in the role of Rick Deckard, and the film helped set the tone for live-action cyberpunk movies and TV shows. All those factors make the morally complex thriller a must-watch on Prime Video this weekend.
Release Date
June 25, 1982
Runtime
118 minutes
Writers
David Webb Peoples, Hampton Fancher, Philip K. Dick
Producers
Michael Deeley, Run Run Shaw
English (US) ·