Amazon is giving away £5 credits to spend on Prime Video – here’s how to check if you can claim

At this time of year, there’s nothing better than curling up on the sofa for a movie night. If you’re looking to rent or buy a film, you’re in luck, as you may be able to claim £5 in credit from Amazon – and you don’t need to be a Prime member.

From classics such as Titanic and Pride and Prejudice to new releases such asThe Handmaid, Hamnet and Marty Supreme, there are thousands of films to choose from. However, you have to pay a fee to watch some films, even if you’re signed up for Prime, so it’s worth checking if you could get this free credit.

Not everyone will be able to claim this freebie, so, below, I’ve explained how you can check if you’re eligible. Plus, I’ve listed some extra ways to save on Amazon Prime and other streaming services, such as Disney+ and Netflix. Keep scrolling for all the details.

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It’s not clear who exactly is eligible for this deal but, fortunately, there’s an easy way to check.

Simply head to Amazon’s website, sign in or create and account, and click ‘Activate now’. If you’re eligible, you should be taken to a landing page saying you’ve successfully activated the credit.

Then, buy or rent a film on Prime Video and your discount will be applied automatically. If your purchase or rental costs more than £5, you’ll need to pay the difference. Your credit will be valid for 30 days before it expires.

Typically, when you rent a film, you’ll have 30 days to watch it. Once you’ve started it, you’ll usually need to finish it within 48 hours, so don’t let your credit go to waste.

This offer is set to run until the end of 2026, though Amazon says it could withdraw it any time without notice.

We’re all looking to cut costs on our household bills, so here are a few more tips to help you watch TV and films for less:

Unless you’re constantly watching shows and films on Netflix, Prime and Disney+, there’s no need to pay for them all at the same time. Most major streaming services allow you to cancel your monthly subscription free of charge, so you can save by paying for one at a time and switching when you’ve finished the show you’re currently binge-watching.

If you don’t want to swap between different streaming platforms, you’ll usually save money on subscribing by locking in for a year. For example, Amazon Prime is £8.99 per month, or £95 a year, so you’ll save £12.88 by opting for an annual subscription.

Some streaming services will offer a better deal to encourage you to stay, so if you want to save, click ‘cancel’ to see if you’re offered a lower price.

New streaming offers are always popping up, so make sure you do a quick online search before starting a subscription. We’ll make you aware of the latest streaming offers in our dedicated deals section.