The landscape of home entertainment is constantly being reshaped by the fresh and intriguing content that platforms like Amazing Prime Video offer. Viewers wait with bated breath for new releases, and this week, Amazing Prime Video does not disappoint. Several new titles are set to premiere, and among them is the much-anticipated second season of ‘Outer Range.’
‘Outer Range’ Season 2 will return on May 16, taking its audience back to the rugged expanse of Wyoming where the Abbott family’s tale continues to unfold. The seven-episode series, featuring the talents of directors Gwyneth Horder-Payton, Blackhorse Lowe, Deborah Kampmeier, Josh Brolin, and Catriona McKenzie, is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. At the heart of this gripping narrative is rancher Royal Abbott, played by the inimitable Josh Brolin, who, along with Lewis Pullman and Imogen Poots, leads a stellar cast. Season 2 promises to delve deeper into the darkness and mystery that surrounds the Abbott estate, especially the enigmatic void that has captivated and threatened everything Royal holds dear.
Sharing the May 16 spotlight with ‘Outer Range’ is ‘Friend in Low Places’ Season 1, a docu-drama featuring the beloved country music couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. Viewers are invited to join their intimate journey of realizing a dream to build their own honky-tonk in the musical haven of Nashville. Directed by Jim MacPherson, the series is expected to offer a personal glimpse into the lives and aspirations of Brooks and Yearwood, with Jenny Deathridge Bratt joining the cast.
Adding a touch of glamour to the week’s lineup will be the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards, taking place on the same eventful day. This dazzling ceremony will be hosted at the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas. Country music’s revered icon, Reba McEntire, will grace the stage for the seventeenth time as host, ensuring an evening full of stellar performances and memorable moments.
As if this wasn’t enough to pique the interest of subscribers, Amazing Prime Video also introduces ’99 (Manchester United)’ Season 1 on May 17. This documentary, directed by Sampson Collins, stars none other than football legends David Beckham, Alex Ferguson, and Gary Neville. The series takes fans on a nostalgic journey back to Manchester United’s treble-winning season of 1999, reliving the hard-earned victories and the spirit that led to their iconic success.
Reality TV aficionados looking for their next fix won’t be disappointed when ‘The G.O.A.T.’ Season 1 joins the fray on May 17. The series, directed by Michael Shea, brings together some of the most entertaining and competitive personalities from popular reality shows such as ‘Big Brother,’ ‘The Real Housewives,’ and ‘The Challenge.’ They will live together and vie for a substantial prize, promising drama, laughs, and unscripted thrills.
On the World Cinema front, viewers have the Korean film ‘12.12: The Day’ to look forward to, also premiering on May 17. The historical drama steps back in time to December 1979, unfolding the events following President Park’s assassination. The story delves into martial law and a gripping coup d’état spearheaded by Defence Security Commander Chun Doo-kwang, with Capital Defence Commander Lee Tae-shin countering as a military man against political manipulation. Directed by Kim Sung-su, the film offers a captivating look at a tumultuous time in Korean history.
The array of titles releasing on Amazing Prime Video ensures there’s something for everyone, from the supernatural to the historical, from reality antics to heartfelt country music journeys, and from football triumphs to prestigious award ceremonies. This week, Amazing Prime Video becomes a mosaic of genres, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in a spellbinding mix of storytelling.
