As 2025 came to a close, Prime Video quietly rolled out major product upgrades while gearing up for an ambitious 2026 lineup of must-watch series, films, and documentaries. Here’s a quick look at the latest updates you might have missed, plus a preview of what’s next for viewers.
A Smarter, More Immersive Mobile Experience
Launched globally in 2025, Prime Video’s mobile enhancements are designed to make streaming smoother, more intuitive, and more immersive, laying the groundwork for even bigger improvements in 2026.
What’s new on mobile:
A refreshed home page
The redesigned mobile home screen now auto-plays trailers and teasers as users browse, making it easier to discover what to watch. Live sports and Live TV content also auto-play, allowing viewers to jump straight into full-screen viewing.
With mobile-optimized portrait imagery, users can browse up to 50% more titles while holding their phones vertically.
A redesigned viewing experience
The updated video player supports one-handed use and effortless multitasking. Viewers can explore cast information, trivia, and related content without pausing playback, keeping the viewing experience seamless and uninterrupted.
What’s Coming Next in 2026
Prime Video is set to expand these mobile upgrades even further in 2026, with upcoming features including:
- Enhanced navigation for quicker access to subscriptions
- Playback speed controls (0.75x, 1.25x, and 1.5x)
- Mini-player mode for easy multitasking within the app
- A redesigned Live TV experience featuring instant video playback and personalized, auto-playing live channels
Looking Ahead: Prime Video Highlights for 2026
Prime Video’s 2026 slate promises a compelling mix of prestige dramas, global originals, blockbuster franchises, gripping documentaries, and high-stakes thrillers—setting the stage for another standout year of entertainment:
- Young Sherlock (March 4, 2026)
A bold reimagining of Sherlock Holmes’ origin story from director and executive producer Guy Ritchie, starring Hero Fiennes Tiffin with Colin Firth, Joseph Fiennes, and Natascha McElhone.
- 56 Days (February 18, 2026)
An eight-episode thriller adapted from Catherine Ryan Howard’s bestselling novel, starring Dove Cameron and Avan Jogia.
- The Boys – Season 5 (April 8, 2026)
The Emmy Award-winning series returns for its fifth and final season, concluding with an epic finale on May 20, 2026.
- Cross – Season 2 (February 11, 2026)
Based on James Patterson’s bestselling book series, starring Aldis Hodge.
- Spider-Noir (2026)
A live-action Marvel series starring Nicolas Cage, available in both black-and-white and color.
- Love Me Love Me (2026)
A young adult romance film adapted from Stefania S.’s global Wattpad phenomenon.
- The CEO Club (February 23, 2026)
An eight-episode docu-series featuring Serena Williams, Thalia, Winnie Harlow, and other global leaders.
- Man on the Run (February 25, 2026)
An intimate documentary following Paul McCartney’s post-Beatles journey, directed by Academy Award-winner Morgan Neville. - Scarpetta (March 11, 2026)
A forensic crime thriller starring Nicole Kidman and Jamie Lee Curtis, based on Patricia Cornwell’s bestselling novels.
As Prime Video continues to refine how audiences discover and enjoy content, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of both smarter streaming and standout storytelling. With enhanced mobile features on the way and a diverse lineup of new series, films, and documentaries set to debut, viewers can look forward to an experience that’s more seamless, personalized, and exciting than ever, making Prime Video a must-watch destination in the year ahead.
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