Prime Video channels are an easy way to watch more movies and shows, from big-name studios through to niche independents. Channels act as an add-on to your main Prime subscription. Each channel has a separate monthly cost and you can subscribe and unsubscribe to them at will. Gone are the days of being locked into expensive cable contracts.
But with close to 100 Prime Video channels to choose from, how do you know which are worth your time and money? To help you out, we've rounded up this list of the best Amazon Prime TV channels that are actually worth subscribing to.
1. Paramount+
There are plenty of reasons to subscribe to Paramount+. It's undoubtedly one of the best Prime Video channels. Not only do you gain access to original content unavailable elsewhere, like Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, The Offer, and Halo, but also sports, reality shows, and family favorites.
You can also watch some fantastic movies, including those that debuted in theaters not long ago. It's unlikely that you'll ever run out of great stuff to watch on Paramount+.
2. AMC+
AMC+ is home to some incredible TV shows, including Better Call Saul, The Ipcress File, and Killing Eve. If you're a fan of The Walking Dead, AMC+ is a must-have—you'll not only find the main show, but also the spin-offs like Fear the Walking Dead and the talk show Talking Dead.
Plus, AMC+ grants you access to other channels like Shudder, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited. It's a never-ending feast of quality entertainment.
3. Starz
Overlook Starz at your peril. Some of the original series like Gaslit, Outlander, and Black Sails are enthralling television that you'll be recommending to friends after binging.
Starz also has a strong selection of modern and classic movies, from big-name franchises, dramas, family-friendly flicks, horror, and comedy. There is even a great selection of Spanish language movies.
4. Showtime
Showtime is one of the biggest names on Prime Video. It offers gripping TV series, popular movies from past and present, horror movies from mainstream and indie creators, and plenty of comedy series and stand-up specials.
Showtime also has a great sports selection. It mixes live sport like boxing with dramatic series and documentaries.
5. Boomerang
If you have kids, you know how hard it can be to keep them entertained. With Boomerang, you can be safe in the knowledge that they're enjoying content from some of the most iconic cartoon series of all time: Scooby-Doo, Looney Tunes, Tom and Jerry, and more.
If you decide to sit down with your children and relive your Saturday morning youth, we won't judge.
6. Noggin
Another great channel for youngsters is Noggin. It's brimming with preschool favorites like PAW Patrol, Blue's Clues & You, Peppa Pig, Bubble Guppies, and Shimmer & Shine. Many of the shows will not only keep your children entertained, but it'll also educate them too.
One of the many great benefits of Amazon Prime Video is that you can access across multiple devices, so Noggin will keep your kids occupied wherever you are.
7. Shudder
Are you a horror fan? If so, Shudder is a must-have Prime Video channel, despite it being a streaming channel you've probably never heard of. You can scare yourself silly with movies and TV shows that cover the paranormal, relentless killers, and all-out thrillers. Perhaps don't tune into this channel when it's dark.
8. BritBox
Some of the most acclaimed television ever made has come from the UK. If you don't want to miss out, you need to subscribe to BritBox, which blends content from BBC and ITV. With BritBox, you can enjoy iconic comedy, drama, documentaries, reality shows, and soaps.
There's also a healthy collection of Agatha Christie movies and TV shows, if you're a fan of sleuths like Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple.
9. BroadwayHD
If you love the stage and musicals, there's only one Prime Video channel you need: BroadwayHD. This brings together traditional movies with professional recordings of some of the biggest shows like Billy Elliot, The Phantom of the Opera, and Les Misérables.
If musicals aren't really your thing, don't worry. You'll also find drama and comedy from stages around the world.
10. PBS Documentaries
There's an argument to be made that real life is more wild and interesting than fiction. PBS Documentaries certainly makes a great case for that, with a wide collection of goods to sink your teeth into from its current and back catalog.
Here you'll find documentaries on food, travel, public affairs, ancient civilizations, war, science, technology, and everything in between.
11. Epix
No matter your favorite genre, be it romance, comedy, drama, or sci-fi, Epix caters for you. There's a wealth of critically acclaimed entertainment available on the channel, with a nice mixture from across the decades, including original series like Britannia, Godfather of Harlem, and Billy the Kid.
12. BET+
BET+ is dedicated to promoting Black content from Black creators. In fact, there's over 2,000 hours of movies, television, and comedy specials on BET+, alongside exclusive series like Ruthless, Kingdom Business, and The Porter.
13. Discovery+
Discovery+ is a channel that aims to inspire, inform, and entertain, offering real-life entertainment from brands like HGTV, Food Network, Animal Planet, and Discovery Channel. Lifestyle, true crime, food, nature, science—you name it, it's here.
Discovery+ exists as a separate streaming service, but you can enjoy the same benefits within Prime Video. There are over 55,000 episodes of more than 2,500 shows, and that number is constantly growing thanks to original commissions.
There Are More Prime Video Channels to Enjoy
Even if you only subscribe to a couple of these Prime Video channels, you'll have enough entertainment to keep you busy for a long time. If your whole family watch Prime Video, you could grab one channel to keep the adults happy and another for the kids.
Don't forget that these subscriptions are only monthly, so you can pick up and drop channels as needed. Plus, we've only covered some of the best here. There are plenty more channels to explore on Prime Video.