Get ready to indulge in a cinematic feast as Prime Video unveils its latest additions for May 2024. From captivating dramas to side-splitting comedies, there’s something for everyone. Let’s dive into the exciting lineup of films awaiting you!
Comedy, Drama
21. Biloxi Blues (1988)
Synopsis: Follow a group of young recruits as they navigate boot camp during World War II in Biloxi, Mississippi, in this comedic yet poignant tale based on Neil Simon’s play.
Director: Mike Nichols
Stars: Matthew Broderick, Christopher Walken
Available: May 1
22. The Birdcage (1996)
Synopsis: Join a gay cabaret owner and his drag queen companion as they concoct a plan to impress their son’s conservative future in-laws in this uproarious comedy.
Director: Mike Nichols
Stars: Robin Williams, Nathan Lane
Available: May 1
23. Blame It on Rio (1984)
Synopsis: When two best friends and their daughters vacation in Rio de Janeiro, romantic entanglements ensue, leading to comedic chaos.
Director: Stanley Donen
Stars: Michael Caine, Michelle Johnson, Demi Moore
Available: May 1
24. The Blues Brothers (1980)
Synopsis: Join Jake and Elwood Blues on a mission to save the Catholic home where they were raised by reuniting their old R&B band, all while evading the police in this musical comedy.
Director: John Landis
Stars: John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd
Available: May 1
25. Blues Brothers 2000 (1998)
Synopsis: Elwood Blues must reunite the old band with some new members for another “Mission from God” in this rollicking sequel.
Director: John Landis
Stars: Dan Aykroyd, John Goodman
Available: May 1
26. Bottle Rocket (1996)
Synopsis: Three friends’ plans for a simple robbery spiral into comedic chaos as they find themselves on the run.
Director: Wes Anderson
Stars: Luke Wilson, Owen Wilson
Available: May 1
27. Brigsby Bear (2017)
Synopsis: After emerging from an underground bunker, a man sets out to create a movie based on the only TV show he’s ever known in this heartwarming comedy-drama.
Director: Dave McCary
Stars: Kyle Mooney, Jorge Lendeborg Jr.
Available: May 1
28. California Suite (1978)
Synopsis: Follow the misadventures of four groups of guests at the Beverly Hills Hotel in this comedic drama set in sunny California.
Director: Herbert Ross
Stars: Jane Fonda, Alan Alda, Maggie Smith, Michael Caine
Available: May 1
29. The Change-Up (2011)
Synopsis: When two friends switch bodies after a fateful night, hilarity ensues as they navigate each other’s lives in this fantasy comedy.
Director: David Dobkin
Stars: Jason Bateman, Ryan Reynolds
Available: May 1
30. Chocolat (2000)
Synopsis: Witness the upheaval of a small village’s rigid morality when a French woman and her daughter open a chocolate shop in this heartwarming romance.
Director: Lasse Hallström
Stars: Juliette Binoche, Johnny Depp
Available: May 1
Biography, Crime, Drama
31. Capote (2005)
Synopsis: Truman Capote delves into the chilling case of a Kansas family’s murder, forming a complex relationship with one of the killers, in this gripping biographical crime drama.
Director: Bennett Miller
Stars: Philip Seymour Hoffman, Clifton Collins Jr.
Available: May 1
32. Cry Macho (2021)
Synopsis: Join a washed-up horse breeder on a journey to redemption as he helps a young boy escape his troubled home life, teaching him valuable life lessons along the way.
Director: Clint Eastwood
Stars: Clint Eastwood, Dwight Yoakam
Available: May 1
Drama, Romance
33. Call Me by Your Name (2017)
Synopsis: Experience the blossoming romance between a seventeen-year-old student and his father’s research assistant in 1980s Italy in this poignant love story.
Director: Luca Guadagnino
Stars: Timothée Chalamet, Armie Hammer
Available: May 1
34. Cold Mountain (2003)
Synopsis: Follow a wounded soldier’s perilous journey home to reunite with his sweetheart amidst the waning days of the American Civil War in this epic romance.
Director: Anthony Minghella
Stars: Jude Law, Nicole Kidman, Renée Zellweger
Available: May 1
35. Coco Before Chanel (2009)
Synopsis: Witness Coco Chanel’s ascent from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of the fashion world in this captivating biographical drama.
Director: Anne Fontaine
Stars: Audrey Tautou, Benoît Poelvoorde
Available: May 1
Drama
36. Breathless (1983)
Synopsis: Join Jesse Lujack on a reckless journey from Las Vegas to LA as his criminal escapades escalate, leading to inevitable consequences.
Director: Jim McBride
Stars: Richard Gere, Valérie Kaprisky
Available: May 1
Drama, Comedy
37. Clockstoppers (2002)
Synopsis: A teenager gains the ability to manipulate time, leading to comedic adventures as he navigates through life with his newfound power.
Director: Jonathan Frakes
Stars: Jesse Bradford, French Stewart
Available: May 1
Drama, Romance, TV Movie
38. Call Me Crazy: A Five Film (2013)
Synopsis: Delve into the lives of individuals affected by mental illness in this anthology of short films featuring A-list talent, exploring themes of resilience and hope.
Directors: Laura Dern, Bryce Dallas Howard, Bonnie Hunt, Ashley Judd, Sharon Maguire
Stars: Jennifer Hudson, Sarah Hyland, Melissa Leo
Available: May 1
Prime Video promises an exhilarating viewing experience for audiences in May 2024 with its diverse range of films spanning various genres!