What do you get with Amazon Prime Video?

• Prime Video is available as a standalone service or as part of an Amazon Prime membership.
• Prime Video offers included content, rentals, purchases, and add-on premium channels.
• Viewers can access Prime Video on various devices like smart TVs, mobile devices, and game consoles.

Amazon Prime Video can be one of the biggest perks of an Amazon Prime membership, but it’s not always obvious what’s included, what costs extra and how to actually find the best content. From thousands of movies and TV shows to add‑on channels and live sports, Prime Video packs in a lot of entertainment benefits—if you know where to look.

Whether you’re wondering if Prime Video is free with Amazon Prime, what entertainment benefits come included or how Prime Video compares to other streaming services, here’s a clear breakdown of everything you can expect.

• Is Amazon Prime Video free with an Amazon Prime membership?
• What entertainment benefits are included with Prime Video?
• How can I watch Prime Video?
• Why do I have to pay for some titles if I have Prime Video?
• Why am I seeing ads on Prime Video?

Is Prime Video free with an Amazon Prime membership?

No, you do not need an Amazon Prime membership to access Prime Video. You can subscribe to Prime Video as a standalone service. However, an Amazon Prime membership includes Prime Video along with numerous other benefits, such as free shipping, access to exclusive deals and other platforms like Amazon Music, which might make it a more valuable option for you.

Sign up for Prime Video

Prime Video is Amazon’s streaming service that offers thousands of movies, TV shows and Amazon Originals, plus access to live sports, rentals and premium channels.

It’s included as part of an Amazon Prime membership, with some content available for an additional fee. Join Prime today

What entertainment benefits are included with Prime Video?

• Included with Prime: As part of your Amazon Prime membership, you get access to a rotating selection of movies and TV shows at no extra charge.
• Rent or Buy: Beyond what's included, you can also rent or purchase many other movies and TV shows for an additional fee, even if you're not a Prime member. Purchased titles are yours to keep, while rentals have a limited viewing period—you typically have 30 days to start watching, and then 48 hours to finish once you've begun.
• Subscription Channels: You can also subscribe to premium channels like Max, Showtime, and Starz directly through Prime Video for an extra monthly fee, allowing you to consolidate your streaming subscriptions in one convenient place.
• Pay-Per-View: High-profile live events or special releases may be available for a one-time purchase

How can I watch Prime Video?

You can watch Prime Video on a wide range of devices, including:

• Smart TVs with the Prime Video app
• Amazon Fire TV devices
• Mobile devices (iOS and Android) via the Prime Video app
• Game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox)
• Blu-ray players
• Set-top boxes and media players (Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast)
• Web browsers on computers

Why do I have to pay for some titles if I have Prime Video?

Not all content on Prime Video is included with Prime. Many titles are only available for rent or purchase, or through separate add-on subscriptions, even if you have a Prime Video membership. This approach allows Prime Video to offer a much wider selection of content.

Why am I seeing ads on Prime Video?

In early 2024, Prime Video began including ads on content "Included with Prime." To remove most of these ads, you have the option to upgrade to an "ad-free" subscription for an additional monthly fee.

How do I manage my subscription channels?

You can usually manage and cancel your subscriptions through your Amazon account settings under "Memberships & Subscriptions," or you can do so directly within your Prime Video settings.

How do I contact Prime Video customer support?

For customer support, you can usually find help options on the Prime Video website, which typically provides FAQs, forums, and direct contact methods such as chat or phone.

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