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In a lot of ways, I\u2019d describe my favorite comfort movies the same way I\u2019d describe my closest friends<\/a>. With charming coming-of-age stories and predictable hangouts, curling up with a comfort movie feels like finally catching up with a friend you haven’t seen in years. Like my friends, my comfort watches are always my ride or die genre. They\u2019re basically entertainment royalty when it comes to picking a show and movie, and now that we are swimming in the depths of the busiest time of the year<\/a>, calling on these feel-good heavy hitters feels more vital than ever to survive that dark-by-5 p.m. dread.<\/p>\n Prime Video has a lot of crazy-good worlds in its catalog right now, so I took the liberty of pulling some of my favorite gems and cult classics worth cozying up with this week. Read on for the best Prime Video comfort movies you can smile, cry, love, and laugh with:<\/p>\n Our queen Anne Hathaway just finished perhaps her busiest year yet (releasing five new movies in 2026). And even though she only just disappeared into a literal cloud of smoke<\/a> after Verity<\/a><\/em>, I already miss her so much. This rom-com lets me dive back into some of her recent standout performances, starting with her portrayal of a 40-year-old single mother who forms an unexpected bond with a 24-year-old pop star at a music festival. Its exploration of age gaps, romance, and happiness is so, so good.<\/p>\n If November already has you in a festive mood, Something from Tiffany\u2019s<\/em> is the easiest press-play you\u2019ll ever make in your life. There are a lot of modern holiday rom-coms out there, but this one is such a standout. I feel like a lot of movies in this genre can get trapped in the pit of wanting to give something nostalgic but also reinvent love for a modern audience, and this movie achieves that line so well. It’s predictable in a lot of ways, but still so well done. My perfect pick for holiday rom-coms.<\/p>\n If enemies-to-lovers<\/a> is your favorite fictional escape, Red, White, and Royal Blue<\/em> is your most satisfying watch of choice. The story follows the long-standing rivalry between two diplomats, Alex and Henry, who are forced to fake a friendship for the cameras after a fight between them breaks out at a wedding. But as the two spend more time with each other, a romantic bond begins to form. The chemistry between our rivaling political figures, Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine, should be a cinematic study; it\u2019s that good.<\/p>\n A new prequel series to our pink-wearing Harvard icon, Elle follows a 16-year-old Elle Woods and her move from sunny California to grungey Seattle. After her plastic-surgeon father botches a surgery, Elle is forced to navigate a new world of friendships, forbidden romance, and, of course,*fashion*. The show stays true to a lot of the charisma that made Legally Blonde<\/em> so captivating but also isn’t afraid to add its own extra sparkle to the franchise, too. It was released on Prime Video earlier this year and is executive-produced by Legally Blonde<\/em> predecessor Reese Witherspoon<\/a>.<\/p>\n Some of the best comfort watches are dressed in nostalgia, and sometimes that means throwing it all the way back to early-2000s dance-offs. A modern twist on the Cinderella tale, Another Cinderella Story<\/em> follows a teen pop sensation, Joey Parker, who returns to high school for a semester. When the school hosts a masquerade ball, aspiring dancer Mary Santiago (Selena Gomez) sneaks in and shares a dance with Joey until she has to jet home to make her curfew, leaving behind her Zune (lol).<\/p>\n Mean Girls<\/em> is one of the biggest footprints in our modern pop culture, and revisiting this one at least once a year is a necessity for my livelihood at this point. I can never find it on streaming whenever I want to watch it, so alas, if you\u2019ve been wanting to pay a visit to the Plastics of North Shore High School, Prime Video is where they are currently living. It amazes me how timeless this movie still is, and spending 90 minutes laughing while quoting the jokes you know by heart is why this is such a fulfilling comfort watch<\/a>.<\/p>\n If your idea of a binge-worthy series comes with a little bit of emotional and inspiring storytelling, Friday Night Lights<\/em> is an iconic sports series on Prime Video right now. It\u2019s been heavily praised over the years for its exploration of family and love, and has five seasons to root for on the platform. Even though some heavier feel-good themes<\/a> are happening, the show\u2019s level of early-2000s nostalgia still makes it the perfect comfort watch.<\/p>\n I found my way to this Martin Scorsese film recently, and it honestly rages a huge fire in me that people don\u2019t talk about it enough! There is an inviting comfort in the vibe of ’80s and ’90s movies<\/a>, and this New York City comedy is the perfect sweet spot between the two (literally and stylistically). The plot follows a meek computer worker named Paul on a spree of bad luck one late night in New York City. He was just supposed to go on a date, but after losing his cab fare, his night turns into one bizarre thing after another as he tries to find his way back home. A top 10 all-time favorite of mine.<\/p>\n This comedy-fantasy movie flew under the radar when it came out last year, but it\u2019s officially on Prime Video, and I\u2019m hoping it gets a second wind! Gabriel\u2019s job as an angel mostly just involves stopping people from texting and driving, but when a struggling gig worker feels at odds with life, Gabriel decides to swap his life with that of a tech billionaire to teach them both a thing or two about money <\/a>and how it doesn\u2019t solve all of life\u2019s problems. Only his plan backfires just a little bit. It stars Seth Rogen, Sandra Oh, Aziz Ansari, Keanu Reeves, Keke Palmer, and more.<\/p>\n When this movie first came out, I went: \u201cCome again?\u201d But OK, Sheep Detectives<\/em>, I kind of get your freak now. This movie follows a flock of intelligent sheep who try to solve the murder of their beloved shepherd. Yes, I know, but hear me out: I was happily surprised by how sharp this movie actually turned out. If you don\u2019t believe me, check out its piping-hot 96% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes<\/a>. Its English Countryside setting offers the perfect escape, and it has a fun storybook structure that\u2019s also quite sweet.<\/p>\n Everyone needs a feel-good detective show on the watchlist, and Monk<\/em> is one that I have continued to come back to ever since I was a tween. It\u2019s got that predictable cop show format, but its quirky, brilliant detective at its center, Adrian Monk, still leaves plenty of room for surprises. This eight-time Emmy Award-winning series follows a former police detective who is now back fighting crime, along with some of his newer phobias, like germs, elevators, crowds, and lampposts. <\/p>\n Recently being awarded the number five position on The New York Times<\/em>‘ best shows<\/a> of the 20th century, Fleabag<\/em> is a must-watch for any Zillennial. It’s raunchy, clever, human, and will make you laugh until you cry your eyes out. Focusing on an unfiltered woman who’s just trying her best to heal after her best friend dies, Fleabag<\/em> follows her complex familial relationships and dating escapades in modern-day London. Its signature quirk is that the main character often breaks the fourth wall and will talk to the audience while she’s on the bus, having sex, or in the middle of a conversation with another character.<\/p>\n One of the most iconic detective shows in television history, Columbo<\/em> is one of those shows that just makes sense on rainy Sunday afternoons and cozy weeknights\u2014and it’s currently on Prime Video. Unlike a lot of mysteries where the chase is all about figuring out \u201cwhodunit,\u201d Columbo<\/em> famously flips the script, with almost every episode showing the crime in action and then watching the brilliant Columbo detective come in and put together the pieces. It ages like fine wine and has 10 seasons of cases to explore through.<\/p>\n The cozy fall aura of an academia plot<\/a> is so warming right now. Taking place on a college campus, Good Will Hunting<\/em> definitely scratches that itch of watching something set in one of the most romantic seasons of the year, but also has a lot of rich coming-of-age themes at its center that make it so powerful every time. A breakout movie for our beloved Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, who both wrote the screenplay, the plot follows a genius working as a janitor at MIT. When he casually solves a difficult graduate-level math problem left on a hallway chalkboard by a professor, his life changes forever.<\/p>\n I needed to be cradled after watching this movie for the first time, but a good comfort plot that makes you shed a couple of bittersweet tears can be so healing. I don\u2019t think my partner and I have cried over a movie like this in a long time, but weirdly, I would still revisit it. Starring Aubrey Plaza and Maisy Stella, the plot follows Elliot on an intense mushroom trip that brings her face-to-face with her 39-year-old self. It starts as a funny bit, but then soon makes Elliot rethink everything she knows about family, love, and herself. It\u2019s one of the sweetest, most heartbreaking takes on love<\/a> I\u2019ve ever watched, but weirdly reviving at the same time.<\/p>\n I don\u2019t know what it is about period romance movies<\/a>, but they\u2019re some of the most relaxing genres to dive into. Emma.\u2019<\/em>s lavish whimsy definitely hits that mark, and feels like venturing through a beautiful pastel painting thanks to the movie\u2019s lively blues, pinks, and yellow shading. Based on Jane Austen\u2019s 1815 novel, the story follows a clever English woman who loves to meddle in the romantic lives of her peers. Convinced by her superior matchmaking skills, she takes the impressionable Harriet under her wing.<\/p>\n Created by my favorite comedic icon, Benito Skinner, Overcompensating<\/em> is one of the best academia comedies out there. It follows the journey of a closeted former football player, navigating through the chaos of college and identity. It\u2019s so incredibly funny, but it also has a personable warmth about it that makes it feel like you\u2019re listening in on your best friend\u2019s lore. The show was also renewed for a second season, which is supposed to release on Prime Video early next year!<\/p>\n The show in everyone\u2019s mouth, and the drool coming from it, is Off Campus<\/a><\/em>. The show broke the internet earlier this year, and we have not been able to stop talking about it. If you haven\u2019t had a chance to dive into it yet, and you\u2019re craving something feel-good, let this be your sign. Based on the Elle Kennedy book series, Off Campus<\/em> takes on a very entertaining, soapy romance look, focusing on the love story between a hockey player and a music major. And good news: a second season is coming!<\/p>\n If you adored Emily Bader in The<\/em> People We Meet on Vacation<\/em><\/a>, her feminist romance show, My Lady Jane<\/em> is lust at first sight. Taking place in an alternate sci-fi universe where society is split into two categories\u2014humans and humans who can shape-shift into animals\u2014Lady Jane Grey is forced into a marriage with Lord Guildford Dudley, who is also a horse. After his untimely death, Jane unexpectedly becomes queen, and now, everyone in their neighboring kingdoms wants to kill her. The plot does feel quite ridiculous in a lot of parts, but that’s why it’s the most fun.<\/p>\n One of the most iconic TV shows to debut this year, Sterling Point<\/em> stole our hearts for its exploration of the teen drama genre. In our review<\/a>, one of our writers said, \u201cIf this is the beginning of a return to cozy, character-driven teen dramas, consider me fully on board.\u201d The story follows a 17-year-old Annie and her twin brother after they inherit a remote Canadian island in Muskoka. If you\u2019re missing summer, Sterling Point<\/em> has a very cozy summer setting that’s worth paying a visit.<\/p>\n Craving more cozy movies and shows? Here’s what else we’re loving<\/strong> right now<\/strong>:<\/p>\nQuick picks<\/h2>\n
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The best comfort movies and TV shows on Prime Video<\/h2>\n
Best Prime Video romcoms<\/h3>\n
The Idea of You<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Something from Tiffany’s<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Red, White, and Royal Blue<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Elle<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Best nostalgic movies and shows on Prime Video<\/h3>\n
Another Cinderella Story<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Mean Girls<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Friday Night Lights<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Best Cozy Prime Video Movies and shows<\/h3>\n
After Hours<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Good Fortune<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>The Sheep Detectives<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Monk<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Fleabag<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Columbo<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\nBest coming-of-age movies and shows on Prime Video<\/h3>\n
Good Will Hunting<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>My Old Ass<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Emma.<\/em> <\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Overcompensating<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Off Campus<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>My Lady Jane<\/em><\/h3>\n
\n<\/div>Sterling Point<\/em><\/h3>\n
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