Best of 2024: 10 series to watch on Amazon Prime Video that will keep you hooked

The countdown for New Year has already begun, and with December racing for the festive spirit of Christmas, the year has almost already wrapped up. Be it the captivating narrative or the charismatic leads, Amazon Prime Video offers a variety of binge-worthy web series that will keep you hooked and wanting for more. Before the wrap-up of 2024, let’s delve into some of the popular and enthralling series that deserve a mention. Whether you’re into Hindi, English, or the South entertainment industry, we’ve curated a mixed list to keep you intrigued.

Best web series on Prime Video

Take a look at the 10 best web series on the streaming platform of Prime Video that serve as the perfect binge-worthy option this holiday season. From action-packed thrillers like Citadel: Honey Bunny to Ananya Panday’s debut series Call Me Bae, the streamer presented some praiseworthy series.

Call Me Bae

Ananya Panday marked her OTT series debut with this comedy-drama. Created by Ishita Moitra, the series revolves around the titular girl whose life takes an unexpected turn when she is downsized from an heiress to a hustler. Ananya Panday delivers a compelling performance as 'Bae,' who embarks on a journey of self-discovery while navigating the newsrooms of Mumbai. Vir Das, Gurfateh Pirzada, Varun Sood, Vihaan Samat, and Muskkaan Jaferi also appear in supporting roles.

Citadel: Honey Bunny

Varun Dhawan and Samantha Ruth Prabhu lead the Indian version of the popular American spy actioner, Citadel. Packed with intense action sequences and a mesmerising chemistry between the leading duo, the web series grabbed eyeballs after its release. Raj & DK’s spy thriller expands the Citadel universe with a newly adapted Indian version. The ensemble cast also features Kay Kay Menon, Simran Bagga, Sikandar Kher, and Saqib Saleem in pivotal roles.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power S2

Based on J. R. R. Tolkien's history of Middle-earth, the fantasy series ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’ returned with another intriguing season and a new power battle this year. The latest installment is set thousands of years before the novel and revolves around the rise of the Dark Lord Sauron and his evil quest to deceive the Elves to create more mystic Rings of Power.

Cynthia Addai-Robinson, Robert Aramayo, Owain Arthur, Maxim Baldry, Morfydd Clark, and Ismael Cruz Córdova reprised their roles in season 2 alongside a stellar ensemble cast.

Marry My Husband

If you’re bored of the English and Hindi series and looking to explore some unique ones, this Korean series is a promising watch. Based on a webtoon, this revenge drama blends fantasy and romance to offer a captivating narrative. The plot revolves around a woman who comes back to life after the brutal murder by her ex-husband and decides to avenge her death. The past and present timelines will keep you engaged throughout the watch.

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Mr. & Mrs. Smith

Inspired by Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie’s popular action-comedy film, this riveting series features Donald Glover and Maya Erskine as the spy couple. The plot revolves around two spy agents who pretend to be a married couple while dealing with their high-stakes covert mission. If you’re looking for a blend of action, comedy, and thriller, this one is a top pick.

Cross

Starring Aldis Hodge, Isaiah Mustafa, and Juanita Jennings, this gritty crime thriller follows Alex Cross, a forensic psychologist and homicide detective, who hunts America’s notorious killers alongside his partner in crime.

Expats

Lulu Wang’s miniseries is adapted from Janice Y. K. Lee’s 2016 novel titled The Expatriates. Starring Nicole Kidman as American expatriate Margaret Woo, the series is set in Hong Kong and revolves around the personal and professional lives of a tight-knit group of expatriates with a key focus on family and relationships.

Batman: Caped Crusader

This animated series reflects Batman’s early days as a young Bruce Wayne. The noir-inspired reimagining of the epic superhero will keep you intrigued with its period setting and some layered characters. It explores our protagonist’s crime-fighting career and vigilante justice in Gotham City as he transforms into a heroic figure during the 1940s and 1950s.

Maxton Hall — The World Between Us

Based on Mona Kasten's book ‘Save Me,’ this limited German series garnered attention on social media because of its unconventional romance trope and charismatic leads. Damian Hardung plays an arrogant heir, James Beaufort, and Harriet Herbig-Matten plays the brilliant scholarship student Ruby Bell. The plot revolves around a new girl who is admitted to the elite school. Her life gets entangled with the privileged heir after she unravels some secrets, and their bittersweet love story is too sizzling to be missed!

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Inspector Rishi

S. Nandhini’s Tamil horror crime drama is anchored by a starry ensemble with Naveen Chandra in the titular role, alongside Sunaina, Kanna Ravi, Srikrishna Dayal, Malini Jeevarathnam, and Kumaravel in significant roles. Set in a small mountain village, the series revolves around an inspector who investigates a series of twisted murders and criminal cases.

Let’s cherish the year 2024 with these notable series and end the year on a high note.

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