Amazon Recap Videos Arrive on Prime Video

Amazon is rolling out a fresh update for Prime Video, and viewers will love it. The platform is introducing Amazon Recap Videos, an AI-powered feature that creates fast, engaging season recaps. Now you can catch up on your favourite show without rewatching long episodes.

AI Turns Seasons Into Short Theatrical Recaps

Amazon says the feature uses generative AI to produce “theatrical-quality” summaries with synced narration, dialogue, and music. It starts rolling out in beta for select Prime Originals. The first titles include “Fallout,” “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” and “Upload.”

These Amazon Recap Videos work like mini trailers that rebuild entire seasons in minutes. The summaries feel more cinematic and less like quick text pop-ups. They aim to help viewers return to long-running shows without confusion.

Prime Video Builds on Last Year’s AI Tools

Prime Video launched X-Ray Recaps last year. Those text-based tools summarised episodes while avoiding spoilers. However, viewers wanted something more visual. Therefore, Amazon is now stepping into video summaries with its new AI engine.

Consumers already use AI for text summaries on phones and search engines. But turning full seasons into video recaps marks a bigger shift. It shows how streaming platforms plan to merge AI with entertainment.

Competitors Also Explore AI Features

YouTube TV already uses AI-driven Key Plays to help sports fans catch up while games are live. Netflix uses generative AI in production to create scenes and speed up design tasks. Despite ongoing debates within the film industry, streaming platforms continue to test new AI tools.

A Faster Way to Rejoin Your Favourite Show

Amazon believes Amazon Recap Videos will become a simple and helpful feature for users who keep returning to big franchises. And with more shows joining the list soon, viewers can expect quicker refreshers before new seasons arrive.