All the biggest Prime Video news from Amazon’s Upfront
All the biggest Prime Video news from Amazon’s Upfront
Fans were treated to reveals about top Prime Video titles like ‘Fallout,’ ‘The Rings of Power,’ ‘Teminal List,’ and more at the presentation.
Upfront presentations are ostensibly a way for programmers to show advertisers their upcoming programming slates. But in recent years, upfronts have turned into widely followed events by both media analysts and fans alike, as TV networks and streamers have turned these presentations into increasingly over-the-top spectacles designed to make big announcements about their respective top titles.
Amazon’s upfront presentation on Tuesday did not disappoint in that regard; Prime Video made some major revelations about existing shows, as well as titles still to come for the streamer. Check out the biggest news emanating from Amazon’s upfront presentation below.
All of Prime Video’s top announcements from Amazon’s 2026 upfront presentation
Adaptation of ‘Fourth Wing’ ordered to series
One of the biggest announcements from Amazon’s upfront presentation was the revelation that “Fourth Wing,” a romantasy drama based on the Rebecca Yarros novel of the same name. The series will follow young Violet Sorrengail, who is forced by her mother to enter the Basgiath War College. There, she joins hundreds of candidates who strive to become dragon riders. Michael B. Jordan’s Outlier Society is helping to produce the series.
‘The Terminal List’ Season 2 release date
Based on the novel series by Jack Carr, “The Terminal List” stars Chris Pratt as James Reece, a Navy SEAL commander who battles unseen conspiratorial forces around the world. At its upfront, Amazon announced that Season 2 of the show would be released on Oct. 21, with all eight episodes due to drop on the same day.
‘Thursday Night Football’ kickoff game announced
“Thursday Night Football” is headed back to Prime Video for a fifth season of exclusive national coverage. The streamer announced at Amazon’s upfront that its debut game of the season would feature a matchup of the Buffalo Bills taking on the Detroit Lions. The game includes two of the better teams in the NFL over the past few seasons, and will take place at the Bills’ new Highmark Stadium.
‘The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power’ Season 3 release date
The epic fantasy series “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” will return with its third season this year, as revealed at the presentation. The show will debut its Season 3 premiere on Nov. 11; Season 3 of “Rings of Power” will center on the distribution of the newly forged rings by the Dark Lord Sauron, as well as his creation of the One Ring.
Elsie Silver’s ‘Rose Hill’ ordered to series
Elsie Silver’s romance novel series “Rose Hill” is getting an adaptation on Prime Video, the streamer has announced. “Rose Hill” follows best friends West Belmont and Ford Grant through their romantic adventures (and misadventures) in a rugged mountain town.
Brett Goldstein’s ‘Escorted’ gets series order
Brett Goldstein of “Ted Lasso” fame is certainly making hay while the sun shines. Goldstein will executive produce, write, and star in “Escorted,” a new single-camera comedy series following a divorced dad in Manhattan who accidentally becomes a male escort.
‘Ride or Die’ starring Spencer, Waddingham gets premiere date
Oscar-winner Octavia Spencer co-stars with Hannah Waddingham in “Ride or Die,” a comedy series that will debut on Prime Video on July 15 with all eight episodes. The show follows Debbie Claybourne (Spencer) and Judith Burton (Hannah Waddingham), two best friends who thought they knew everything about each other. But when it’s revealed that Judith is an international assassin, their lives are turned upside down!
‘Reacher’ renewed for Season 5
The action-packed “Reacher” is nearing the release of its fourth season, but Prime Video took away any suspense as to whether it would be renewed at its upfront presentation. “Reacher” Season 5 has officially been greenlit, with more details to be available at a later date. Season 4 will return to Prime Video sometime in 2026.
Aaron Paul joining ‘Fallout’ Season 3
The video game adaptation “Fallout” has quickly become one of Prime Video’s top shows. The series has already been renewed for a third season, and at its upfront, Amazon revealed that Aaron Paul of “Breaking Bad” fame will be joining the cast for Season 3. Annabel O’Hagan and Dave Register have also been added as regulars.
New reality series ‘Reality Retreat’ gets greenlight
Prime Video has given the go-ahead to a new reality series titled “Reality Retreat.” The show brings together some of the most talked-about and recognizable women in television for a wellness retreat designed to challenge their identities, relationships, and personal growth. The show will debut in 2027 and will feature names like Hilaria Baldwin, Julie and Savannah Chrisley, and more.
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