{"id":587553,"date":"2026-08-17T16:06:14","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T16:06:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/587553\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T16:06:14","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T16:06:14","slug":"prime-video-top-10-movies-here-are-the-3-worth-watching-this-week-august-17-23","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/587553\/","title":{"rendered":"Prime Video top 10 movies \u2014 here are the 3 worth watching this week (August 17-23)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"elk-ce853d0e-9a37-11f1-8763-9feafcec6582\">If you&#8217;re not sure what to watch on Prime Video this week, you might turn to the streaming service&#8217;s top 10 most-watched list for some guidance. After all, this rotating ranking gives you a quick look at the movies dominating the platform right now. However, it&#8217;s no perfect recommendation tool.<\/p>\n<p>Take it from me, somebody who tracks the Prime Video top 10 daily: Just because a movie ranks on the list doesn&#8217;t necessarily mean it&#8217;s a quality watch. But that&#8217;s why I&#8217;ve combed through the current top 10 (as of Monday, August 17) and picked out a trio of movies worthy of your time.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-best-movies-in-the-prime-video-top-10\"\/>Best movies in the Prime Video top 10<a id=\"elk-ce853ea8-9a37-11f1-b768-65e1974f3aee\"\/>\u2018Masters of the Universe&#8217; (2026)<\/p>\n<p>Masters of The Universe \u2013 Official Trailer &#8211; YouTube<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/1785706336_71_maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"Masters of The Universe \u2013 Official Trailer - YouTube\" data-aspect-ratio=\"16\/9\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"watch-on-youtube-X21JsHLHnY8\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/X21JsHLHnY8\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/X21JsHLHnY8\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Watch On <\/a><br \/>\n<a id=\"elk-seasonal\"\/><\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-ce854060-9a37-11f1-a86b-bbabaeb844b0-0\">Amazon MGM Studios\u2019 \u201cMasters of the Universe\u201d underwhelmed in theaters, failing to recoup its $170 million budget, but it\u2019s been far from a disappointment on Prime Video, where it\u2019s had the No. 1 spot on lockdown for more than a week. He-Man fans didn\u2019t turn out in large numbers when it was in cinemas, but they\u2019re paying attention on streaming. The fantasy blockbuster also holds a strong 86% viewer score on <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rottentomatoes.com\/m\/masters_of_the_universe_2026\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.rottentomatoes.com\/m\/masters_of_the_universe_2026\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Rotten Tomatoes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Latest Videos FromTom&#8217;s Guide<\/p>\n<p>Based on the beloved Mattel toy range, which was originally created to compete with a rival\u2019s lineup of popular \u201cStar Wars\u201d action figures, \u201cMasters of the Universe\u201d follows Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine), who is sent to Earth as a child when his home of Eternia is conquered by the ruthless Skeletor (Jared Leto). Years later, now a fully grown adult, he must return to the fantasy land to fulfil his destiny and save his people from his nemesis.<\/p>\n<p>Watch <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GZHLSV86%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dtomsguide-us-2637494160692972024-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener nofollow\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GZHLSV86\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GZHLSV86%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20\" data-merchant-name=\"Amazon US\" data-merchant-id=\"1471\" data-merchant-network=\"Amazonus\" data-merchant-url=\"amazon.com\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\">&#8220;Masters of the Universe on Prime Video<\/a> now<\/p>\n<p>            You may like<\/p>\n<p>    <a id=\"elk-ce854128-9a37-11f1-8790-41437ce94615\"\/>\u2018Project Hail Mary\u2019 (2026)<\/p>\n<p>Project Hail Mary &#8211; Official Trailer &#8211; YouTube<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1775688010_691_maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"Project Hail Mary - Official Trailer - YouTube\" data-aspect-ratio=\"16\/9\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"watch-on-youtube-m08TxIsFTRI\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/m08TxIsFTRI\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/m08TxIsFTRI\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Watch On <\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-ce8541dc-9a37-11f1-85e8-15fdbcbd0a23\">I\u2019ve recommended \u201cProject Hail Mary\u201d dozens of times already this year, and I\u2019m not stopping now. Put simply, this is one of the year\u2019s most entertaining blockbusters, with plenty of heart and exciting moments. It\u2019s adapted from Andy Weir\u2019s novel and stars Ryan Gosling as an astronaut on a critical mission. But while Gosling is fantastic, the real star of the show is an alien creature named Rocky, brought to life by some phenomenal puppetry.<\/p>\n<p>In \u201cProject Hail Mary,\u201d astronaut Ryland Grace (Gosling) awakes on an interstellar craft, millions of miles away from Earth. The problem is he can\u2019t remember his mission, or even his own name. Piecing together his past, Grace must find a way to prevent Earth\u2019s sun from dying, but fortunately, he\u2019s got some help from a lovable alien, Rocky. \u201cProject Hail Mary\u201d is the complete sci-fi package; it\u2019s funny, thrilling and packed with memorable moments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"newsletter-form__strapline\">Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.<\/p>\n<p>Watch <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0GHXVBQLM%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dtomsguide-us-2637494160692972024-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener nofollow\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/video\/detail\/B0GHXVBQLM\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fgp%2Fvideo%2Fdetail%2FB0GHXVBQLM%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20\" data-merchant-name=\"Amazon US\" data-merchant-id=\"1471\" data-merchant-network=\"Amazonus\" data-merchant-url=\"amazon.com\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\">&#8220;Project Hail Mary&#8221; on Prime Video<\/a> now<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-ce854240-9a37-11f1-a702-e72a4ce13bd2\"\/>\u2018The Gates\u2019 (2026)<\/p>\n<p>The Gates (2026) Official Trailer &#8211; Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, James Van Der Beek &#8211; YouTube<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/1786982774_312_maxresdefault.jpg\" alt=\"The Gates (2026) Official Trailer - Mason Gooding, Algee Smith, James Van Der Beek - YouTube\" data-aspect-ratio=\"16\/9\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"watch-on-youtube-rooCFaczeXQ\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/rooCFaczeXQ\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/rooCFaczeXQ\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Watch On <\/a><\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-ce854312-9a37-11f1-b022-cf409c1f4d28\">Similar to &#8220;Masters of the Universe,&#8221; &#8220;The Gates&#8221; is a movie that didn&#8217;t receive much attention on the big screen, but is getting a second win via Prime Video. This dark thriller marks the final movie appearance of James Van Der Beek, who passed away in February. While the reviews were lukewarm, Van Der Beek&#8217;s villainous performance was highlighted as one of the movie&#8217;s biggest strengths. I&#8217;m glad to see his final film role celebrated.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe Gate\u201d sees a trio of college friends (Mason Gooding, Algee Smith and Keith Powers) enjoying a road trip when they make what proves to be a potentially fatal mistake by taking a shortcut through a remote gated community. They witness a ritualistic murder and are then trapped within the community&#8217;s walls. Hunted by the local residents who plan to frame them for the murder, the trio endures a desperate battle for survival.<\/p>\n<p>Watch <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GKQ3G3BL%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dtomsguide-us-2637494160692972024-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener nofollow\" data-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GKQ3G3BL\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"hawklinks\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" data-google-interstitial=\"false\" data-placeholder-url=\"https:\/\/target.georiot.com\/Proxy.ashx?tsid=45724&amp;GR_URL=https%3A%2F%2Famazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0GKQ3G3BL%3Ftag%3Dftr-tomsguide-us-20%26ascsubtag%3Dhawk-custom-tracking-20\" data-merchant-name=\"Amazon US\" data-merchant-id=\"1471\" data-merchant-network=\"Amazonus\" data-merchant-url=\"amazon.com\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\">&#8220;The Gates&#8221; on Prime Video<\/a> now<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"elk-prime-video-top-10-movies-right-now\"\/>Prime Video top 10 movies right now&#8221;Masters of the Universe&#8221; (2026)&#8221;The Amateur&#8221; (2025)&#8221;Badh&#8221; (2025)&#8221;Project Hail Mary&#8221; (2026)&#8221;S4: The Bob Lazar Story&#8217; (2026)&#8221;The Devil&#8217;s Mouth&#8221; (2026)&#8221;The Gate&#8221; (2026)&#8221;Wrong Turn&#8221; (2021)&#8221;Uncharted&#8221; (2022)&#8221;Primate&#8221; (2026)<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-ce854466-9a37-11f1-9342-b138676a1013\">Follow <a data-analytics-id=\"inline-link\" href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqKAgKIiJDQklTRXdnTWFnOEtEWFJ2YlhObmRXbGtaUzVqYjIwb0FBUAE?hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;ceid=US%3Aen\" target=\"_blank\" data-url=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqKAgKIiJDQklTRXdnTWFnOEtEWFJ2YlhObmRXbGtaUzVqYjIwb0FBUAE?hl=en-US&amp;gl=US&amp;ceid=US%3Aen\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-hl-processed=\"none\" data-article-category=\"entertainment\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"inline-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Tom&#8217;s Guide on Google News<\/a> to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. 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