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For those action junkies who can’t get enough of well-choreographed battle sequences, high-octane thrills, and stunts galore, Prime Video is the streamer for you. While there are certainly other action-based shows on different streaming platforms (not to mention a few network and cable holdouts), Amazon just knows how to put together an exciting action-packed program that keeps you on the edge of your seat. However you prefer your fights, Prime Video is the streaming platform for you.
Whether you’re a big fan of The Boys or the reboot of Mr. & Mrs. Smith, there are more action-based shows than just those to be found on Prime — and that’s why we love the streamer. So, if you’re looking for a new binge this weekend or even hoping to return to something familiar, here are some of the best action shows on the streaming platform. If you’re solely in it for the action, you won’t be disappointed.
‘The Terminal List’ (2022–Present)
One of the most obvious hits on Prime Video in recent years has been The Terminal List. Based on the killer thriller novel by former Navy SEAL Jack Carr, the series was appropriately billed as “your dad’s new favorite show” for its high emotional stakes, intense action sequences, and uniquely effective take on the action thriller genre. Chris Pratt stars as James Reece, who proves himself worthy of being an action hero with the initial “J.R.” (there are more of them than you think).
Counted among the most unpredictable Prime Video thrillers, The Terminal List has only released a single season thus far, but with another on the way, we’re ready for more. Still, those first eight episodes do the trick in reminding us that Prime Video is the place to be for all your action-thriller needs. That is especially true of shows based on books.
‘The Bondsman’ (2025)
For something a little more out-of-the-box in the action department, Prime Video has you covered too. The Bondsman is a great example of a supernatural/horror-themed action thriller with a fast-paced style and interesting worldbuilding to boot. The series follows Kevin Bacon‘s Hub Halloran, a Southern bounty hunter who died and came back to life, as he hunts demons throughout his small town. As far as action horror goes, it’s much better than it should be.
The Bondsman was sadly canceled after its first season, but it (like The Boys before it) proves that Prime Video is willing to engage with speculative fiction beyond the usual military or police action fare. Plus, Bacon is simply delightful in the role, and cliffhanger aside, The Bondsman is a great watch. If you’re looking for a Prime Video binge this week, look no further.
‘House of David’ (2025–Present)
Another example of Prime Video’s willingness to move beyond its usual action thriller space is House of David. This Old Testament-based series doubles as both a historical epic and a biblical adaptation, chronicling the story of young David (Michael Iskander), who goes from shepherd to expectant king in a short time. As the show continues, it gets even more action-packed, with large-scale battle sequences that highlight Bronze Age warfare.
Prime Video has already released two seasons of House of David, and while its renewal has yet to be confirmed, we expect more to be on the way. As David learns to become both a warrior and a king, the show continues to live up to its promise in adapting ancient biblical battles to the screen. If you’re more into armies on horseback, drawing swords, spears, and bows, this is the type of show for you.
‘Countdown’ (2025)
Created by Derek Haas, Countdown was Prime Video’s attempt to merge the worlds of network television and streaming with series that followed a Los Angeles-based task force as it assembles to prevent whatever next terror attack is set to befall the City of Angels. Headlined by Jenson Ackles, Jessica Camacho, and the late Eric Dane, Countdown knew how to blend high-stakes action and suspense with intense character drama and complicated interpersonal relationships. It was the best of both worlds.
Sadly, Countdown was canceled before it could get a second season (tragically on a cliffhanger); a sober reminder that Prime Video isn’t always able to keep every show around. But despite that, the streaming platform remains committed to bringing more fast-paced action to the small screen. Countdown is a great time for audiences looking for a new bingeworthy series in 2026 — just be aware that there’s no real ending.
‘Fallout’ (2024–Present)
Based on the hit video game franchise of the same name, Fallout is a post-apocalyptic series that certainly knows how to bring in the action. Created by Graham Wagner and Geneva Robertson-Dworet, the drama is set centuries after the Great War of 2077, which plunged all of America into a hellscape you’ll want to first-person-shooter your way through. So, when Lucy MacLean (Ella Purnell) decides to go exploring this “brave new world,” things get a bit intense.
Considered by some to be the best video game adaptation thus far, Fallout is chock-full of action and sci-fi thrills that only increase as the drama continues — and yes, we still have plenty of burning questions after Season 2. As the show (which has already been renewed for a third outing) continues to get better, this is one Prime Video production you can count on for its action-packed nature. Just remember, viewer discretion is advised.
‘The Terminal List: Dark Wolf’ (2025–Present)
For those who loved The Terminal List and are still anxiously awaiting its second season, we have good news for you. A prequel spin-off titled The Terminal List: Dark Wolf hit Prime Video last year, this time following Reece’s old friend Ben Edwards (Taylor Kitsch) as he leaves the team to join up with the CIA. For those interested in the geopolitical ramifications of the U.S.’s foreign policy and the wars in the Middle East, this is the show for you. It also helps that Kitsch is simply fantastic as a leading man.
According to Jack Carr, the prequel will likely continue beyond the seven-episode first season. Considering all the great Dark Wolf characters and superb action sequences, we can only hope so. As Edwards and his team discover that things aren’t what they seem, the world turns on itself in a pulse-pounding thrill ride that almost never lets up on the action. Dark Wolf is a Prime Video outing that certainly delivers.
‘Young Sherlock’ (2026–Present)
If you loved Guy Ritchie‘s Robert Downey Jr.-led Sherlock Holmes movies, we may not be getting more any time soon, but Prime Video offers us the next best thing. Young Sherlock is exactly what it sounds like, and with Hero Fiennes Tiffin in the title role, this mystery series throws a few well-timed punches of its own. Sure, you show up for the mystery elements here, but the action will keep you thoroughly invested throughout.
A Sherlock Holmes prequel probably wasn’t on your list of Prime Video possibilities, but this highly-rewatchable series will quickly prove you dead wrong. Perfect for this week’s Prime Video binge, Young Sherlock has almost everything that fans of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle‘s work love — and the few things it doesn’t may just come soon enough. Don’t sleep on it!
‘Reacher’ (2022–Present)
With how popular Reacher has become, it can’t be surprising that this show nears the top of our list. Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher is like the freight train of action thriller material, and the fact that each season of this Lee Child-based drama further dials up the action makes it worth the watch. No matter if Reacher finds himself in a small town or the big city, you know trouble is coming.
After three seasons (and a fourth on the way), Reacher continues to prove itself to be one of the best Prime Video shows out there. From Ritchson’s on-screen charisma to the character’s hulking presence, we love watching him pummel bad guys while unraveling the latest criminal conspiracy he’s found himself in. Whether you’re a fan of the books or a newcomer, you’ll stick to Reacher like glue.
‘Jack Ryan’ (2018–2023)
The first major action thriller series that Prime Video ever produced, Jack Ryan (stylized Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan) is a powerhouse in spy entertainment. John Krasinski moves way beyond his The Office roots for this highly intelligent, riveting political thriller that turns a CIA analyst into one of the most capable action heroes on television. The action here is top-notch, and when you consider it to be the blueprint for Prime Video’s other action-packed material, it’s easy to see why fans adore it so.
Jack Ryan ran for four seasons on the streamer, but that doesn’t mean the adventure is over. A sequel film, Jack Ryan: Ghost War, is slated to drop on Prime Video this May, so you’ve still got some time to catch up before it arrives. In any case, this is one action thriller that would blow any movie out of the water — and that includes many of the other Jack Ryan films out there.
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