Summary

  • Amazon Prime Video offers a wide selection of movies and TV series at affordable prices, with discounts as low as $3.99 to rent or buy.
  • Prime Video's movie options include renowned classics and horror hits, providing a range of choices for movie nights.
  • Subscribing to Prime Video not only gives you access to their extensive content library but also offers exclusive deals and discounts, making it a valuable streaming platform to consider.

Amazon Prime membership offers a ton of exclusive bonuses - like free and fast shipping and access to member-only sales and huge discounts. Of course, it also provides access to thousands upon thousands of movies and TV series, all with a pretty generous 30-day free trial when many other streaming platforms only offer 7 days. But some find that they don't get a lot of use out of streaming subscriptions or have too many and only want to buy movies and TV shows ad hoc when they want to watch something in particular.

If this sounds like you, Prime Video still has plenty on offer and there are always steep discounts on movies and entire TV series - often as low as $3, available either to rent or buy. When it comes to rental, viewers get 30 days to start watching the video and 48 hours to finish it once it's been started. For cheap and cheerful movie nights, this round-up includes some of the best in the $4.99 and under category, with renowned classics and horror hits just some of the options to pick up at a steal.

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Release Date
April 28, 2006
Runtime
112 Minutes
Director
Doug Atchison
Writers
Doug Atchison
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    Keke Palmer
    Akeelah Anderson
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    Laurence Fishburne
    Dr. Larabee
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    Angela Bassett
    Tanya Anderson
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    Curtis Armstrong
    Mr. Welch
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Released in 2006, "Akeelah and the Bee" follows Akeelah Anderson (Keke Palmer), a young girl with a natural talent for spelling, who strives to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee. With guidance from her coach Dr. Joshua Larabee (Laurence Fishburne), Akeelah overcomes obstacles and cultural challenges, inspiring her community. The film won the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Motion Picture and has captivated audiences with its empowering story of determination and self-discovery.

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Release Date
October 15, 1999
Runtime
139 minutes
Director
David Fincher
Writers
Chuck Palahniuk, Jim Uhls
Producers
Art Linson, Ceán Chaffin
Franchise(s)
Fight Club
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    Edward Norton
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    Brad Pitt
    Tyler Durden
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    Helena Bonham Carter
    Marla Singer
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    Robert Paulson
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When an insomniac office worker with nothing to lose (Edward Norton) meets an unhinged soap maker (Brad Pitt), they decide to form an underground fight club that devolves into chaos and the unexpected. Also starring Helena Bonham Carter.

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Release Date
April 13, 2012
Runtime
95 minutes
Director
Drew Goddard
Writers
Drew Goddard, Joss Whedon
Producers
Jason Clark
Prequel(s)
Tucker & Dale vs. Evil, The Evil Dead, Cabin Fever, Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever, Cabin Fever 3
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    Kristen Connolly
    Dana Polk
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    Fran Kranz
    Marty Mikalski
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    Chris Hemsworth
    Curt Vaughn
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    Jesse Williams
    Holden McCrea
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Five friends go for a break at a remote cabin, where they get more than they bargained for, discovering the truth behind the cabin in the woods. Directed by Drew Goddard, the 2011 movie stars Chris Hemsworth, Kristen Connolly, and Anna Hutchison.

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Release Date
July 15, 1988
Runtime
132 minutes
Director
John McTiernan
Writers
Jeb Stuart, Steven E. De Souza
Producers
Joel Silver
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    Bruce Willis
    John McClane
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    Alan Rickman
    Hans Gruber
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    Alexander Godunov
    Karl
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    Bonnie Bedelia
    Holly Gennaro McClane
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Yipee-ki-yay! Watch Bruce Willis in this action movie that has all the right elements that made it a classic - evil baddies in the form of Alan Rickman, romance, contained suspense in the Nakatomi Plaza, and some major a%$ whooping! Willis is a New York City police officer who is unexpectedly tasked with saving his estranged wife and other hostages from terrorists during an office Christmas party.

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Release Date
June 19, 2015
Runtime
101minutes
Director
Louis Leterrier, Corey Yuen
Writers
Luc Besson, Robert Mark Kamen
Franchise(s)
Transporter
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    Jason Statham
    Frank Martin
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    Shu Qi
    Lai
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    Wall Street
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    Francois Berleand
    Inspector Tarconi
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Jason Statham stars as Frank Martin, a skilled driver who transports sensitive cargo without questions. When he breaks his own rules by opening a package, he's thrown into a high-octane battle against ruthless criminals. Action-packed car chases, intense fights, and Statham's signature charisma make 2002's The Transporter a wild ride from start to finish.

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Release Date
May 30, 1986
Runtime
99 minutes
Director
John Carpenter
Writers
Gary Goldman, David Z. Weinstein, W.D. Richter
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    Kurt Russell
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    Kim Cattrall
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    Dennis Dun
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    James Hong
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Released in 1986, "Big Trouble In Little China" stars Kurt Russell as Jack Burton, a truck driver who becomes entangled in a mystical battle beneath San Francisco's Chinatown. Alongside his friend Wang Chi, played by Dennis Dun, Burton faces ancient sorcery, sinister villains, and a rescue mission to save Wang's fiancée. The film is a mix of action, fantasy, and humor, blending Russell's iconic performance with John Carpenter's direction for a unique and entertaining adventure. Also starring Kim Cattrall.

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Terminator 2

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Released in 1991, "Terminator 2: Judgment Day" continues the saga with Arnold Schwarzenegger in his role as the Terminator, this time sent back to protect John Connor (Edward Furlong) from a more advanced and deadly Terminator (Robert Patrick). The film follows their efforts to prevent Judgment Day while facing relentless pursuit and action. The movie features groundbreaking special effects while it explores themes of humanity, destiny, and sacrifice. A true sci-fi classic!

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Release Date
October 17, 2008
Runtime
100 minutes
Director
John Moore
Writers
Beau Thorne
Franchise(s)
Max Payne
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    Mark Wahlberg
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    Beau Bridges
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2008's Max Payne stars Mark Wahlberg as a haunted NYPD detective seeking vengeance for the murder of his wife and child. Plunged into a world of conspiracy and supernatural forces, Payne teams up with assassin Mona Sax (Mila Kunis) to unravel a web of deceit. Set against a gritty backdrop, the film blends gritty noir aesthetics with intense action sequences, capturing the essence of the popular video game series.

How Do I Subscribe To Prime Video?

While the above-mentioned movies are available to rent and buy without a Prime membership, it's recommended to pick one up or even try the free 30-day free trial if you watch any TV and movies on a regular basis. As one of the more affordable streaming platforms out there, Prime also gets you access to some of the most popular TV series out there today - and it really comes in handy during any big holiday when you need to buy gifts, as well as on Black Friday - when Amazon has huge deals exclusive for Prime members. Click the link below to grab a free trial.

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Prime Video is Amazon's streaming service that began as Amazon Unbox back in September 2006. The streaming service has gone through many rebrandings over the year but has managed to successfully compete with other streamers such as Netflix, Max, and Disney+. Some of their most notable titles include The Boys, Carnival Row, and Sound of Metal.

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