Prime Video's Top Picks for May 11–15, 2026: New Series & True Crime Highlights

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The top shows to watch on this week, May 11–15, 2026, include a star-studded epic fantasy series that finally makes its return after three years. While top trending hits like The Boys and Invincible are maintaining their worldwide streaming dominance, Prime Video has several other new and popular shows across all major genres worth checking out this week.

Between a newly released behind-the-scenes docuseries about one of Prime Video's most popular comedies, a gripping true crime thriller, an action-packed spy series with an all-star cast, a brand new sports-themed romantic drama based on a best-selling book, and the long-awaited return of an epic fantasy show, ScreenRant has handpicked the very best of the .

Jury Duty: Behind The Scenes Of Company Retreat

Following the release of Prime Video's critically acclaimed comedy-reality series Jury Duty Presents Company Retreat, the streamer has also just dropped a new 10-part expansion series that examines each episode with unreleased audio commentary and other behind-the-scenes features. Starting with a meeting between the contestants of Jury Duty seasons 1 and 2, Jury Duty: Behind The Scenes Of Company Retreat recounts all eight episodes of the second season with a fresh take on the tireless efforts the production teams made to bring the show to life. If you loved Jury Duty, you'll want to check out this new BTS version this week.

Killing Grounds: The Gilgo Beach Murders

Ever since its world premiere in late April, Killing Grounds: The Gilgo Beach Murders has been one of the most-streamed new series on Prime Video, currently ranking #9 in the U.S. The 4-part true crime docuseries follows the remarkable story of police in Long Island discovering a serial killer's burial ground, which reopens several unsolved cases. Killing Grounds: The Gilgo Beach Murders dives into the eleven bodies that were found between 1996 and 2011 on the coast of Long Island, which ultimately led to the capture and arrest of a violent killer. True crime fans won't want to miss this series on Prime Video.

Citadel

and became an instant streaming hit on Prime Video, some three years after its divisive first season nearly ended the franchise before it ever really got started. Led by Richard Madden, Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, and Stanley Tucci, Citadel season 2 features intense and non-stop action sequences that feel like they're straight out of a Hollywood blockbuster, thanks to the creative oversight of the Russo Bros (Avengers). If you're looking for pure entertainment this week on Prime Video, Citadel season 2 is about as good as it gets right now.

Off Campus

Off Campus is one of the most exciting new releases on Prime Video this week and is expected to be an instant streaming hit once it arrives this Wednesday, May 13. Based on a bestselling book, Off Campus has already been called Prime Video's answer to Heated Rivalry due to its sports themes and its romantic drama genre. Consisting of eight episodes, Off Campus has already been confirmed for a second season ahead of its series debut, a strong indicator that Prime Video projects massive viewership for this new series. Off Campus should be one of the biggest new shows on any streaming platform this week.

Good Omens

Good Omens finally returns with its third and final season in the form of one movie-length episode on Wednesday, May 13. Starring David Tennant and Michael Sheen as opposing forces of good and evil, the series follows these two Angel and Demon characters as they face the end of the world and must work together to prevent Armageddon. Good Omens initially premiered back in 2019 and consists of two seasons and 12 episodes so far, making tonight the perfect time to start watching the series ahead of its finale this week on Prime Video.