Materialists

Materialists has built a devoted following in Australia on Amazon Prime Video, and in the US on HBO Max Amazon Channel and YouTube TV among viewers who want their romance taken seriously. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. 1,361 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. The chemistry Dakota Johnson brings to it is the real engine here. Put it on tonight on Amazon Prime Video and see for yourself.

Materialists arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. What makes Materialists work is that the obstacles feel real, not manufactured for the plot. A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex. Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans lead a cast that earns the romance rather than assuming it. Materialists came out in 2025. What makes Materialists work is that the leads feel like people first, a couple second. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Materialists is the kind of thing you watch without apology. If you have run out of similar titles to watch, this is a strong next pick. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Dakota Johnson is the anchor, and the work here is one of the more understated achievements in their career. The kind of thing you finish and immediately want more of.