Rory Kinnear will play Tom Bombadil in The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. (Prime)
Las television series They have carved out an important place for themselves in the midst of the reconfiguration of forms of entertainmentat a time when movies, music, podcasts and other formats seek to attract the attention of viewers through the various streaming platforms they consume.
Although the origin of the series dates back to the first half of the 20th century, the truth is that never before have the major networks invested and produced as much as they do in the new millennium, in a context in which the users of these platforms They see the productions at an unimaginable speed.
Prime Video has been one of the main protagonists in the war for streaming and of course it has opted for the creation of series and many of them have managed to keep users on the edge of their seats, becoming the topic of conversation for weeks.
1. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power
An ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, must confront the resurgence of evil in Middle-earth. From the darkest depths of the Misty Mountains to the majestic forests of Lindon, from the island kingdom of Númenor to the furthest reaches of the map, these places and characters will forge legacies that will endure long after they are gone.
2. I am Betty, the ugly one
‘Yo soy Betty, la fea’ is a Colombian telenovela that premiered in September 1999 in its country of origin, with Ana María Orozco and Jorge Enrique Abello as the main actors in the roles of Beatriz and Armando. The production told the story of Betty, a young and brilliant economist who ends up signing a contract at a fashion company for the company’s boss, with whom she ends up falling in love. A situation that Armando ends up taking advantage of to his advantage but that, against all odds, ends up turning against him when he reciprocates the feelings of his secretary. Created by Fernando Gaitán Salom, this telenovela was a resounding success not only in Colombia, but also internationally, reaching more than 180 countries and being dubbed into some 25 languages. In addition, it was the origin of multiple versions that emerged after its enormous fame, adding up to 28 adaptations around the world until 2010.
3. Nobody will miss us
It’s the 1990s and five nerds run an illegal business at their high school: they sell assignments and homework to their classmates. The advantage is that no one ever suspects the nerds. The business brings them money and popularity, but hormones and an unexpected death threaten to ruin everything. If the business fails, their future and their friendship are at risk.
4. I don’t want to get hurt (I don’t want to get hurt)
A woman embarks on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth, navigating the complexities of life and relationships while pursuing her dreams.
5. Betty the ugly, the story continues
It tells the story of the iconic Beatriz Pinzón Solano, Betty la fea, 20 years after the conclusion of the original series. While the empowered Betty remains married to her husband and company leader, Armando Mendoza, she rebuilds her relationship with her teenage daughter Mila and tries to cope with the crisis of her family company, wondering if 20 years ago she chose the path that made her truly happy.
6. Marry my husband
Ji-won, a woman with a limited life, goes back 10 years and dreams of revenge after being murdered by her husband, who had an affair with her best friend.
7. The Good Doctor
A young, autistic surgeon who suffers from savant syndrome begins working at a prestigious hospital. There he must overcome the skepticism with which his colleagues greet him.
8. The Boys
The series takes place in a world where superheroes represent the dark side of celebrity and fame. A group of vigilantes who call themselves “The Boys” decide to do everything they can to stop the superheroes who are harming society, regardless of the risks involved.
9. Who killed him?
Through the points of view of the six people closest to him, the story of the unsolved murder of Mexican television host Paco Stanley in 1999 is revealed behind the scenes where fame, betrayal and excess point to different suspects.
10. An exemplary citizen
Clyde Shelton is an ordinary citizen who has lost everything. Ten years earlier his wife and daughter were brutally murdered and the criminals were never convicted. The culprit is Nick Rice, the ambitious assistant district attorney, because he made a deal with the lawyer of one of them. But Clyde discovers this agreement and his desire for revenge leads him to commit a series of murders.
*Some titles may be repeated in the ranking because they are different episodes, seasons or deliveries, and they may not have a description because the platform does not provide them.
Amazon is an American e-commerce company that has also entered the streaming battle with Prime Video. (REUTERS/Dado Ruvic)
Prime Video is a streaming service managed by Amazon which offers movies and series and was created in 2006, which can be accessed with a subscription to its store or can be contracted as an independent service.
The streaming service is currently available in more than 200 countries and territories through a Prime Video or Amazon Prime subscription, which also provide users with the Twitch Prime service at no additional cost. It also offers an additional service called Amazon Channels o Prime Video Channels.
Although Prime Video mainly offers original content from Amazon Studios and MGM Holding, it also allows its users to enjoy purchased content, but its catalog is smaller than that of other major competitors in the market such as Netflix and Disney+which is a huge disadvantage, especially outside the United States.
Among some of the titles that can be enjoyed on the platform are Transparent, The Man in the High Castle, The Grand Tour; as well as the series Crisis in six scenes, starring Miley Cyrus; anime like Dororo; it also has franchises like Fast & Furious, Jurassic Park, Bourne and The Lord of the Rings.
It is worth noting that some of its original productions have received nominations for the Oscars, including the film Sound of Metal, which won two statuettes for Best Editing and Best Sound. Today, it has more than 200 million users.
