10 Highest Rated Amazon Original Series Acc. To IMDb That Should Be On Your Watchlist

Lately, Amazon Prime Video has been coming out with a bunch of really good shows that will make you want to stay glued to your seats. And there are quite a number of names on the platform that have been garnering some attention. So, we decided to make a list of all the highest rated international shows according to IMDB that should be on your binge-watch list if you haven’t seen it already. 

1. The Test 

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Right at the highest place in IMDB ratings, the series follows the Australian cricket team and their efforts to rebuild their reputation after the massive Sandpaper Scandal that hit them and shocked the world of cricket in 2018. Based on the events following the Australian ball-tampering scandal, this docuseries is a must-watch for all those of you who love cricket. After all, which cricket fan wouldn't want to watch the behind the scene hard work?!

IMDB Ratings | 8.9
Watch Online Here | The Test 

2. The Boys

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The Boys is set in a universe where superheroes exist, yes with all their cool superpowers. Except, they’re kinda corrupt (wait, what?)! Yep, so it explores the story of a group of vigilantes who set out to straighten out these corrupt superheroes and it’s upon them to tame these bad boys. Now, isn't this something different? Well, whatcha waitin’ for, go watch it now!

IMDB Ratings | 8.7
Watch Online Here | The Boys 

3. The Grand Tour

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This reality series follows Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May travel the globe as the hosts. At each location such as Johannesburg, Lapland, Rotterdam, Stuttgart Whitby, Scotland, California, Nashville and Dubai, the team films inside their giant travelling tent instead of a studio. Then these hosts attempt extraordinary things, like becoming special forces soldiers at a secret training base, taking a powerful car on a test track and going on the traditional gentleman's tour of Italy. Yep, it’s a great way to sate your wanderlust from the comfort of your homes!

IMDB Ratings | 8.7
Watch Online Here | The Grand Tour 

4. Fleabag

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This comedy-drama series is based on a theatrical play written by Pheobe Waller-Bridge who also plays the lead in the series. It's about a woman figuring out her life in London while trying to overcome the grief of a personal tragedy. Fleabag is a free-spirited woman, who lives life one day at a time, and there are pretty high chances that you will fall in love with this character. So, do give it a watch!

IMDB Ratings | 8.7
Watch Online Here | Fleabag 

5. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel 

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Set in the late 1950s the series follows the story of Mrs. Maisel, an ordinary woman with a perfect husband, kids, and a beautiful New York apartment, but then one day she discovers a hidden talent of hers, what is it you ask? That she is quite an impressive stand-up comic. We know, unexpected right? Well, she’s here to serve some brilliant performance, and you’d be a fool to miss it. Start binging, folks!

IMDB Ratings | 8.7
Watch Online Here | The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel  

6. The Expanse

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This sci-fi series is based in a time that’s hundreds of years in the future, and things are different than what we are used to after humans have colonised the solar system! In fact, Mars has become an independent military power and there are rising tensions between Earth and Mars that have put them on the brink of war. Against this backdrop, a hardened detective and a rogue ship's captain come together to investigate the case of a missing young woman. Follow them on their investigation that takes them on a wild race across the solar system that encompasses some of the greatest conspiracies in human history.

IMDB Ratings | 8.5
Watch Online Here | The Expanse 

7. Making Their Mark

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This sports documentary gives you a glimpse into what’s one of the most challenging years of the Australian Football League (AFL). Watch the players and executives from six AFL teams are in pursuit of the ultimate goal of an AFL Grand Final victory. This unprecedented journey of the teams will make you realise that being an active part of these sports are no child’s play!

IMDB Ratings | 8.5
Watch Online Here | Making Their Mark 

8. James May: Our Man In Japan

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This one is also a docuseries wherein you will see James May, embark on a remarkable journey across Japan, from its icy North to its balmy South! He’ll see the sights, meet the locals and eat the noodles in a bid to truly understand the Land of the Rising Sun and you get to be a part of this incredible journey from the comfort of your homes. Sounds pretty darn amazing to us!

IMDB Ratings | 8.4
Watch Online Here | James May: Our Man In Japan 

9. The Challenge: ETA

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The next series on this list is an 8-episode documentary series about the Guardia Civil's fight against the Basque terrorist band ETA. A story about the fight that lasted for half a century, until the dissolution of the band and its definitive renunciation of weapons. The Challenge: ETA aims to mark a milestone in this important episode of the recent history of Spain. And if this sounds like something that might interest you, then do give it a watch!

IMDB Ratings | 8.4
Watch Online Here | The Challenge: ETA 

10. Patriot

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This comedy-drama series follows the turbulent and complicated life of an intelligence officer, John Tavner.  Follow him on his latest assignment, which is to prevent Iran from going nuclear. The assignment requires him to forgo all safety nets and assume a perilous non-official cover. It can be regarded as one helluva crazy ride of episodes with the perfect amount of thrill factor!

IMDB Ratings | 8.3
Watch Online Here | Patriot 

With this, we’ve reached the end of the list and so, if you haven’t seen these shows already, start your binge-watching sesh TODAY!