3 movies on Prime Video worth watching: "The Tomorrow War", "Air", and "Sound of Metal".

Calendar 8/24/2026

This article is an English translation of our original Polish review. Read the original on Wybierz.tv.

If you're in the mood to fire up Prime Video tonight but don't want to spend dozens of minutes browsing the catalog, we have three solid recommendations. Each of these films represents a completely different genre and offers something unique. The Tomorrow War is a big-budget sci-fi packed with action and special effects, Air tells the true story behind one of the most important partnerships in sports, and Sound of Metal leans primarily on emotion and the powerful story of its protagonist.

"The Tomorrow War" is a spectacular sci-fi film for fans of big action

"The Tomorrow War," released in 2021, is aimed at viewers who primarily want a large, spectacular action movie. The story begins when people from the future arrive on Earth and inform present-day society that humanity is losing a war against mysterious, highly aggressive creatures. To improve their chances of survival, the future starts recruiting soldiers from the present.

The main character is Dan Forester, a former soldier and teacher who is sent to the future to fight the alien race. The film quickly shifts from a calm introduction to spectacular sequences of combat, chases, and confrontations with massive creatures. The production doesn't try to be particularly complex science fiction, but it works very well as light evening entertainment. If you like big Hollywood-style blockbusters, lots of action, and the theme of fighting for humanity's survival, "The Tomorrow War" will be the easiest choice of the three.

"Air" and "Sound of Metal" show a completely different side of Prime Video

"Air" from 2023 transports the viewer into the world of sports and business, telling the story of Nike's attempt to sign a contract with a young Michael Jordan. The film shows how the partnership that ultimately led to the creation of one of the world's most recognizable athletic shoe brands, Air Jordan, came about. It focuses less on Jordan's career than on the negotiations, business risks, and the people trying to persuade the athlete and his family to sign on.

By contrast, "Sound of Metal" from 2019 is a much more intimate and emotional experience. The film follows drummer Ruben, whose life is completely altered when he begins to lose his hearing. For the musician, this means losing the fundamental element of his life, so he must learn to function in an entirely new reality. The film stands out not only for its story but also for its treatment of sound and silence, allowing the viewer to feel the protagonist's situation much more intensely. It's definitely the most demanding film of the three, but at the same time it can offer the most satisfying experience to viewers looking for something beyond simple entertainment.

If you're looking for a movie on Prime Video, these three picks offer very different experiences. "The Tomorrow War" is the best choice for an evening with plenty of action, special effects, and spectacular fights with aliens, "Air" is ideal for those interested in sports, business, and the true stories behind big brands, and "Sound of Metal" is a powerful, emotional drama that focuses on hearing loss, music, and the struggle to find yourself in a completely new reality. So whether you're in the mood for a blockbuster, a fact-based story, or a more ambitious drama, it's easy to find something for you among these three films.

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