3 Must-Watch Underrated Movies on Prime Video This May 2026
Amazon Prime Video is an excellent platform for popular blockbusters and critically acclaimed films, but it also features an array of hidden treasures.
From unique choices that deserve wider recognition to overlooked masterpieces, you’ll find something a bit off the beaten path on Prime Video if you take the time to explore.
In April 2026, Watch With Us has curated a selection of three remarkable films that we believe should not be forgotten.
Our first pick is Beginners, a poignant dramedy centered on a man who discovers his terminally ill father is gay.
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‘Beginners’ (2011)
After losing his mother, Oliver (Ewan McGregor) is hit with another shock: his elderly, terminally ill father, Hal (Christopher Plummer), has come out. Following Hal’s death five years later, Oliver grapples with depression and his stalled artistic career, reflecting on his time with his father. When he meets Anna (Mélanie Laurent), an actress, it appears he’s found a way out of his loneliness. However, their shared fear of commitment jeopardizes their connection.
Beginners is a tender film that avoids excessive sentimentality, showcasing McGregor’s nuanced portrayal of a man dealing with grief. Director Mike Mills masterfully balances the emotional complexity of the story with warmth, humor, and an optimistic perspective on love and life. The natural chemistry between McGregor and Laurent lends authenticity to their relationship. Interspersed with light humor, Beginners gradually captivates its audience.
‘Mermaids’ (1990)
Single mother Rachel (Cher) frequently uproots herself and her two daughters, 15-year-old Charlotte (Winona Ryder) and 9-year-old Kate (Christina Ricci), which frustrates Charlotte. Upon relocating to a small Massachusetts town and starting a relationship with shopkeeper Lou (Bob Hoskins), the girls hope for stability. Complications arise when Charlotte gets involved with an older man (Michael Schoeffling).
Mermaids presents a nostalgic yet truthful depiction of life. Cher shines as the vibrant Rachel, and early performances from Ryder and Ricci showcase their talent. The film adeptly blends coming-of-age themes with family dynamics, creating a messy but relatable experience. Both humorous and poignantly melancholic, Mermaids explores self-discovery under the influence of an unconventional matriarch.
‘The Return of the Living Dead’ (1985)
In his effort to impress new employee Freddy (Thom Mathews), foreman Frank (James Karen) reveals a secret military experiment involving two canisters of toxic gas called Trioxin. When the pair accidentally releases the gas, it resurrects the dead as insatiable zombies. As the outbreak spreads through Louisville, Kentucky, Frank and Freddy join forces with their boss, Burt (Clu Gulager), and a mortician named Ernie (Don Calfa) to contain the chaos and eradicate the undead.
The Return of the Living Dead is a fun, gory experience that remains entertaining. While it may appear to be connected to Night of the Living Dead films by George Romero, this story diverges entirely from Romero’s thoughtful horror. Instead, The Return of the Living Dead embraces its absurdity fully, steering away from slow-building tension for a loud, vibrant, and unapologetically silly narrative. This B-movie treasure showcases over-the-top performances, an energetic punk rock soundtrack, and moments of laugh-out-loud humor.
