Don’t Miss These 3 Must-See Movies on Prime Video Before They Depart Next Week!
It’s that time of the month—when streamers update their content libraries and make space for new titles.
One of those streamers is Prime Video, which is bidding farewell to numerous films ranging from the past to 2026.
With only a few days left to enjoy these selections, Watch With Us has put together a list of three must-watch Prime Video movies that you’ll want to see before they’re gone next week.
Featuring stars like Leonardo DiCaprio, Matthew McConaughey, Brad Pitt, and others, these films offer a fantastic way to wrap up August and usher in September.
‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ (2023)
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Some films are simply heartwarming, and Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret is one of those movies. Based on the iconic 1970 Judy Blume novel, it features Abby Ryder Fortson as 11-year-old Margaret Simon, who navigates significant changes in her life. Relocating from New York City to New Jersey forces her to find new friends and grapple with the bewildering changes in her body. With the support of her beloved grandmother Sylvia (Kathy Bates) and an ever-curious deity listening to her numerous questions, Margaret may just survive the whirlwind of puberty—including the anxiety of purchasing her first training bra.
Set in the ’70s, Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret captures a bygone era where information was not as readily available, leaving many kids to decipher things on their own. Margaret’s comedic but respectful journey through adolescence never mocks her experience. Rachel McAdams shines as Barbara, Margaret’s mother, who grapples with her own parental challenges while trying to raise her daughter. Despite its exploration of serious themes, the film radiates warmth, leaving you with a cheerful smile.
‘Kalifornia’ (1993)
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Long-term couple Brian (David Duchovny) and Carrie (Michelle Forbes) plan a road trip from Pittsburgh to their new home in Los Angeles. To raise some additional funds, they post a rideshare ad, leading them to pick up another couple: Early (Pitt) and Adele (Juliette Lewis). Despite Carrie’s apprehensions about Early’s rough exterior and Adele’s childlike personality, they agree to have them join the trip. It soon becomes clear that Carrie’s instincts were correct—Early is a violent criminal on the run. As Brian becomes fascinated with Early, Carrie is left to convince him they are in grave danger.
Released during the rise of Brad Pitt’s stardom, Kalifornia reveals a grittier side of the actor. Playing Early, Pitt portrays a simple man with a dangerously short temper, making the film incredibly suspenseful. Critically acclaimed as one of the standout thrillers of the ’90s, Roger Ebert awarded the film four stars in his review, particularly praising the performances of Pitt and Lewis, calling them “harrowing and convincing.” You won’t want to miss Kalifornia before it exits Prime Video soon.
‘The Wolf of Wall Street’ (2013)
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In the 1987 film Wall Street, Gordon Gekko (Michael Douglas) famously declared that “Greed is good.” For Jordan Belfort (Leonardo DiCaprio), greed isn’t just good—it’s the driving force that gets him out of bed. As a young and ambitious Wall Street trader, Jordan skirts the law and his moral compass in pursuit of rapid wealth. Though he quickly acquires a lavish New Jersey mansion and a glamorous trophy wife, Naomi (Margot Robbie), his life of decadence inevitably draws the attention of the FBI, who aren’t fond of his illegal dealings. Dubbed “the Wolf of Wall Street,” Jordan soon realizes his time is running out.
Both humorous and infuriating, The Wolf of Wall Street offers a wild ride back to the extravagant ’80s, a period when “trickle-down economics” fueled the lifestyles of people like Jordan. It’s not a mere historical critique; director Martin Scorsese suggests that characters like Jordan are persistent and adapt over time. DiCaprio, in his most comedic role yet, showcases impressive physical comedy, particularly during the unforgettable sequence where Jordan struggles to walk and drive under the influence of quaaludes.
