Key Takeaways:
– Netflix will remove the two Jack Reacher films, originally starring Tom Cruise, on Halloween.
– Fans critiqued Cruise’s role in the popular series due to physical differences from the book’s character.
– Despite the unfavorable feedback, Jack Reacher had sweeping success in box office sales.
– Alan Ritchson breathed new life into the character Reacher, making a substantial impact on Prime Video series.
– Adding to this, a spin-off centering around Frances Neagley is currently being developed.
Oh no! Reacher fans, our favorite action hero Jack Reacher’s Hollywood journey is taking a twist. Netflix rang the bell, announcing that the ride with the hotshot Tom Cruise playing Reacher ends this Halloween. We are going to miss those two sweet action films from 2012 and 2016.
The Journey of Reacher in Hollywood
Remember back in 1997 when our “nomadic ex-military guy” first came into our lives with Lee Child’s novel, Killing Floor? We’ve been hooked since then, waiting for a new adventure every year. We had a dream of seeing Reacher on the big screen someday.
But our imagined mountain of a man was played by the 5’7″ Tom Cruise instead. Fans expressed dissatisfaction with Cruise’s casting, highlighting the character’s towering height of 6’5″ in the books. Yet, Lee Child, our favorite author, backed the choice of Cruise, explaining that Reacher’s size was metaphorical for an unstoppable force.
Despite the hesitation, the 2012 film turned the tide with Cruise’s impressive portrayal of Reacher. The film adaptation of the 2005 novel One Shot succeeded beyond doubt, silencing the skeptics. Grossing $218 million against a $60 million budget, there was no stopping our hero’s Hollywood voyage. One success led to another, resulting in the 2016 sequel, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back.
Yet, the sequel couldn’t capture the magic of the first film. With a 38% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and $162 million in earnings against an identical budget, it didn’t perform as expected. This led to the cancellation of any future sequels, bringing Reacher’s big-screen journey to a stop—or so we thought.
Reacher Finds New Life On Prime Video
Fortunately, our favorite hero wasn’t gone for long. In 2022, Alan Ritchson rekindled the Reacher flame with the series on Prime Video. Finally, we had a hero who was the perfect embodiment of our imaginations. Ritchson, with his towering physique, presented the Reacher we had envisioned. His performance enthralled us, earning a 95% average rating on Rotten Tomatoes across two seasons. With Season 3 scheduled for release in 2025 and Season 4 already greenlit, we have more Reacher action to look forward to.
Exciting News for Reacher Fans – A Spinoff In Progress
Adding to our excitement, there’s a new spinoff series in development. This time our focus shifts to Frances Neagley, played by Maria Sten. Neagley, a master sergeant from the 110th Special Investigations Unit, was one of the few Reacher listened to in the series. We don’t have a release date yet, but with the early renewal of the main series, it’s clear that the world of Reacher is expanding.
In Conclusion
So, while we prepare to say goodbye to Reacher on Netflix this Halloween, we can also rejoice in the promising future of Reacher on Prime Video. Despite the rocky start with Cruise’s portrayal, the series seems to have found its stride with Ritchson. With a spinoff in the works, there’s no better time than now to be a Reacher fan. Let’s buckle up for more action-packed adventures!
