Missed President Obama's final State of the Union address? You can watch it on Amazon Prime

The State of the Union address is arguably the most important speech given by any president and what will be included in the context of it is sometimes a mystery. We generally have an idea as rumors leek out, perhaps on a controlled basis.

While watching isn't a requirement for a citizen -- this isn't North Korea (and I'm not sure it's even required there, we know so little of what goes on) -- it is a good idea for responsible people. After all if you don't know, you really can't complain, though that doesn't stop some people.

While the address did get, as always, broadcast live on all major networks, as well as news channels like CNN, Fox and MSNBC, those are far from the only places with the event. Amazon Prime also plans a recast for the next week.

The retailer not only streamed the speech live, but also has it on demand for the rest of the week, just in case you missed the event.

In a preview video about the State of the Union, President Obama said: "I don’t think I’ve ever been more optimistic about a year ahead". He also says, "This address will be for you". Amazon claims "we've taken both of these messages to heart, in an effort to meet people where they are".

You can access Amazon Prime from any computer, tablet, phone or set-top box, as well as many smart TVs and Blu-ray players.