It’s time to break out the cardigans and hot lattes — fall is officially about to begin next week.
Watch With Us is celebrating early with three underrated Prime Video movies that are great to watch as the autumn season begins.
English author Agatha Christie wrote many classic murder mysteries, and one of her best was Murder on the Orient Express, which was adapted for the big screen by Kenneth Branagh in 2017.
The First Omen has plenty of murder, too, but they’re engineered by malevolent supernatural forces that want to take over the world.
Finally, even though it’s about a gun-happy assassin, Love Hurts is more light-hearted than the other two movies on this list and should appeal to rom-com fans.
‘Murder on the Orient Express’ (2017)
The 1974 version of Murder on the Orient Express was nominated for a slew of Oscars in 1975, but seen today it’s just a tad dated and musty — like some old, moth-eaten clothes you find in the attic. The 2017 version is vastly superior, which boasts an all-star cast consisting of Daisy Ridley, Michelle Pfeiffer, Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp and more.
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Director Kenneth Branagh stars as Hercule Poirot, the world-famous Belgian detective compelled to solve the mysterious murder of the reprehensible Edward Ratchett (Depp) on a train he’s riding with several other passengers-turned-suspects. Was it Mary (Ridley), the fresh-faced governess who hides a dark secret from her past? Or is it Princess Natalia Dragomiroff (Judi Dench), an aristocrat who is also hiding something about her past history with the victim? Poirot will have to solve the case fast, or he could be the killer’s next victim.
Murder on the Orient Express is a British crime mystery at its very best, with excellent production design, terrific costumes and a talented cast who seem to be having a grand time. You won’t guess the ending simply because it’s so absurd, but that’s typical of a story by famed author Agatha Christie.
Murder on the Orient Express is streaming on Prime Video.
‘The First Omen’ (2024)
No one asked for another Omen movie, which is probably why this 2024 prequel flopped hard at the box office. What stinks is that this is one of the rare modern cash grabs that’s actually really good, with a lead performance by newcomer Nell Tiger Free that was one of the year’s best.
She stars as Margaret, a young American nun assigned to work at a church orphanage in Italy. She soon witnesses strange occurrences, like a senior nun immolating herself and whispers of a conspiracy involving the birth of the Antichrist. As the evidence mounts, Margaret soon realizes she’s been selected to be the human vessel to birth the Devil’s son — and there’s seemingly nothing she can do to stop it.
The plot is straight out of a cheesy exorcism horror movie, but The First Omen executes with surprising grace. The movie evokes a dark, sinister world of shadowy cults and religious fervor, which effectively pulls you into the fairly ridiculous story. Free commits fully to it all, giving a performance that’s deep and purposeful. She’s a sister you’d want in your corner if you’re battling the supernatural — or even a creepy priest.
The First Omen is streaming on Prime Video.
‘Love Hurts’ (2025)
To the outside world, Mavrin Gable (Ke Huy Quan) is a successful real estate agent still mourning the loss of his lady love, Rose (Ariana DeBose). What most people don’t know is that Marvin is actually an assassin who works for his estranged brother, Alvin (Daniel Wu). Alvin ordered Marvin to kill Rose a few years ago, but he instead warned her and allowed her to escape. Alvin still wants Rose dead, and he’ll stop at nothing, including eliminating his brother, to do so.
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Released last spring, Love Hurts didn’t win over audiences at the box office. That makes sense, as it’s the perfect movie to watch on the small screen. The action sequences are kinetic and eye-catching, blending John Wick-style intensity with a light, comedic touch. Huy Quan is a refreshingly non-traditional action hero, one whose heart is as big and powerful as his fist. He’s a Romeo who isn’t afraid to punch, kick and kill to win the heart of his Juliet, Rose.
Love Hurts is streaming on Prime Video.
