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WIRED reviews Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat, the second season of Prime Video’s docu-comedy that puts a real temp worker into a staged corporate retreat. Anthony navigates pranks, HR antics, and leadership tests as Dougie Jr. tries to prove himself, while the show blends office chaos with moments of genuine connection, suggesting work can feel meaningful even amid layoffs and AI disruption.
Amazon-MGM’s Melania, a Brett Ratner–directed documentary about the former first lady, opened to about $7 million and grossed roughly $16.6 million worldwide, far short of its $75 million budget; after a steep U.S. drop and weak international performance, Amazon plans to recoup costs when it streams on Prime Video starting March 9, via advertising and Prime signups.
A high-budget Amazon-MGM documentary about Melania Trump opened around $7 million in theaters but faltered, with a reported budget of about $75 million and worldwide gross of $16.6 million (international $291k; UK roughly £33k). After a steep drop and eventual disappearance from theaters, the studio plans to recoup costs by streaming on Prime Video starting March 9, via ads and Prime subs, following its Kennedy Center premiere.
Amazon says Alexa+ is now available in the U.S. as a free Prime member benefit, giving Prime households unlimited access to the full Alexa+ feature set across Alexa-enabled devices, Alexa.com, and the Alexa app; non-Prime users can try a free Alexa+ chat experience, and a separate unlimited plan costs $19.99 per month. Powered by a new AI architecture from Amazon Nova and Anthropic, Alexa+ can manage tasks, schedules, reservations, shopping, and home automation across devices, with memory of past interactions and deeper conversations across platforms.
The Melania documentary, a $75 million Brett Ratner–directed film produced with Amazon, is widening its theatrical run to about 2,000 screens after a stronger-than-expected $7.2 million opening in roughly 1,800 theaters. The expansion includes blue-city markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, and Minneapolis, where early sales are modest but persistent. Melania’s longtime adviser notes the film’s appeal to Trump supporters and its surprising performance in blue cities as well. After the theatrical push, the film is expected to stream on Amazon Prime later this summer, with discussions of bonus footage or a short Melania doc series; local Minneapolis screenings show varying demand across venues.
King Charles III partners with Amazon Prime to release Finding Harmony: A King's Vision, outlining his long-held belief that restoring balance between humans and nature is key to tackling climate change and related societal challenges, featuring experts and addressing critics, with a Feb. 6 streaming release and a bid to redefine his legacy.
This article lists various free games available for Steam Deck and handheld devices as of January 2, 2026, including titles from Steam, Epic Games, GOG, and Amazon Prime, with some requiring accounts or specific tools for access.
This week, several free games are available for Steam Deck and handhelds, including titles from Steam, Epic Games, and GOG, with some requiring Amazon Prime. Notable freebies include Fallout 1 and 2 from GOG, LEGO 2K Drive, and XCOM 2 from Epic, with redemption deadlines in early 2026. Amazon Prime also offers GYLT and Dark City: Kyiv for free. The article encourages following their social media for updates on future freebies.
Amazon Prime Video in the U.S. now offers a free news destination on its homepage, featuring major networks like ABC, CBS, Fox, CNN, and NBC, with over 200 channels planned by the end of the year, accessible to all Prime members at no additional cost.
Alexa Plus, a new AI-powered version of Amazon's voice assistant, offers more human-like conversations, better app integrations, and enhanced smart home capabilities, but comes with privacy concerns and a high cost for non-Prime users. It's highly beneficial for Prime members but may not be worth the price for others, especially given ongoing chatbot limitations.
Amazon Prime Video issued an apology after mocking a woman's engagement ring size on social media, which caused hurt and backlash. The incident involved a comparison to a small ring from 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' highlighting issues of inclusivity and sensitivity in content and online interactions.
'Play Dirty' is a lackluster action-thriller on Amazon Prime featuring Mark Wahlberg as a criminal, with a convoluted plot, underwhelming performances, and a tone that leans more into comedy than the intricate crime story it aims to be, leaving viewers disappointed in its execution.
Amazon has settled with the FTC for $2.5 billion over allegations of misleading Prime sign-ups and difficult cancellations, with $1.5 billion allocated for refunds to eligible Prime subscribers who signed up or tried to cancel between June 23, 2019, and June 23, 2025. Eligible customers can receive up to $51, with claims process opening soon, and current and former U.S. Prime members are advised to check their eligibility and file claims within 180 days of the form's availability.
The Amazon Prime series 'The Summer I Turned Pretty,' based on Jenny Han's books, successfully appealed to both young viewers and older generations by incorporating nostalgic music from the 1990s and 2000s, creating viral moments and resonating with viewers who came of age before TikTok.
Amazon is ending its Prime Invitee Program on October 1, 2025, which allowed members to share free shipping benefits with others outside their household, while continuing to allow sharing of other Prime benefits within the household. This change aims to tighten the policy around sharing benefits, impacting members who previously extended free shipping to non-household members.