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4 hours ago
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Prime Video's ‘Reacher' Follow-Up Premieres to Lackluster Rotten Tomatoes Rating
There's no denying that Alan Ritchson's role as Jack Reacher in the Prime Video series has led to immense success for the streaming platform. Already on its way to a fourth season, Reacher has held its own with a promising 96% Rotten Tomatoes score. While the series, based on the Lee Child books, has no plans of stopping anytime soon, Prime Video released Butterfly in a hopeful attempt to capture the same audience. After its Aug. 13 premiere on the streaming platform, Butterfly has received less-than-desirable reviews with only a 72% score on Rotten Tomatoes. It's possible the series needs more time for word of mouth to grow and for audiences to catch up. "Though the series has all of the components that make for a compelling thriller, it's more smoke and mirrors than gritty character-driven material," commented Variety in their review of the series. Some of the reviews aren't 100% negative, with the Los Angeles Times commenting, "The series, which is no worse and somewhat better than 'perfectly fine,' certainly has its points, Kim and Hardesty not the least among them." "While the series, created by Steph Cha and Ken Woodruff, never quite takes that intriguing premise to its fullest potential, its mix of sentiment and thrills makes for a pleasantly innocuous addition to the platform's ever-growing catalogue," reviewed The Hollywood Reporter. Butterfly is a six-episode spy thriller based on the Boom! Studio graphic novel series created by Arash Amel. Lost alum Daniel Dae Kim stars as David Jung, a former U.S. intelligence operative who faked his death nine years ago to protect his family. Now living in South Korea, his life is upended when he becomes determined to reunite with his daughter, Rebecca (Reina Hardesty). But she's not the young girl she once was and is now a skilled assassin working for Caddis, a sinister spy organization led by David's former partner, Juno (Piper Perabo). The only problem is that Rebecca has been tasked with eliminating David, unaware that her father is alive. Butterfly is a whirlwind story of family and espionage, as Rebecca's loyalty lies with Juno after she was abandoned by David. Butterfly is available to stream on Prime Video. Prime Video's 'Reacher' Follow-Up Premieres to Lackluster Rotten Tomatoes Rating first appeared on Men's Journal on Aug 14, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
NZ Herald
6 days ago
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Book of the day: Reacher: The Stories Behind the Stories
Tom Cruise: His Reacher movies paid for author Lee Child's English country house. Photo / Supplied New Zealand is, as Lee Child says, 'the world capital of Reacher madness'. Per capita we buy more Jack Reacher novels than anywhere else. As Child said in one TV interview, New Zealanders probably like his giant vigilante hero because he's a bit like the archetypal Kiwi: 'quiet, undemonstrative, not
Yahoo
18-07-2025
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Reacher season 4: everything we know so far about the hit Prime Video show's return
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Reacher season 4: key information - Filming has officially begun- Release date currently unknown- Plot will be based on Child's 13th book, Gone Tomorrow- Eight new cast members announced- Official trailer yet to be unveiled- Neagley spin-off wrapped filming in June Reacher season 4 is officially filming. No surprise given season 4 was officially renewed back in October 2024. But, very welcome news nonetheless. And boy, do we have a lot to talk about. Finding it's home on Prime Video, one of the best streaming services, Reacher has been a standout hit from the very beginning. And now, three seasons deep, we're excited to hear that one of the best Prime Video shows is gearing up for its big return. Based on the novels by Lee Child, action-packed thriller follows Jack Reacher, an ex-military police officer, who finds himself continuously embroiled in conspiracies and dangerous missions after being wrongly accused of murder. And with 29 books published (and counting), there's plenty more Reacher action to unleash. A tumultuous season 3 ending hints at more full throttle fights and government conspiracies, so here's everything we know about Reacher season 4 from a release date, to confirmed cast, plot rumors, trailer and more. Full spoilers follow for Reacher season 3 and the previous seasons. Plus, spoilers for Reacher season 4 will also appear. Reacher season 4 release date prediction There's no Reacher season 4 release date just yet, but we do know that the show was renewed back in October 2024. Speaking to The Mirror in February, Child said: 'So we're ready to go on season four. Obviously, we can't reveal anything yet, but it's another good'un, I'll tell you. It's going to be great.' He added: 'I'll see you next year and we'll talk about it,' possibly hinting that Reacher season 4 will premiere in 2026. If we take previous seasons as a guide for season 4, season 1 came out in 2022, season 2 ran from 2023 to 2024, and season 3 in 2025. If Prime Video continues releasing annually, it could well be early 2026. When Child discussed future seasons of Reacher in an exclusive chat with TechRadar, he revealed filming will commence sooner than you might think: 'It's written and it's ready to go. It's going to start shooting in the summer.' And it appears the Reacher cast and crew have commenced filming with an official Instagram post from Alan Ritchson posting photos from set as surprise guest Joe Biden as his family dropped by. Reacher season 4 trailer: is there one? Given the cast and crew only commenced filming in June, there's no trailer to share. Historically, trailers come out a lot nearer to the release of the show. So, for a Reacher season 4 trailer, we imagine a wait until at least late 2025, early 2026. Reacher season 4 confirmed cast Full spoilers follow for Reacher season 3. Here are the Reacher season 4 cast that have been revealed so far, including main characters and guest stars: Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher Maria Sten as Frances Neagley Christopher Rodriguez-Marquette as Jacob Merrick Sydelle Noel as Tamara Green Agnez Mo as Lila Hoth Anggun as Amisha Hoth Kevin Weisman as Russell Plum Marc Blucas as John Samson Kevin Corrigan as Detective Docherty Kathleen Robertson as Elsbeth Samson Given that the main characters that appears alongside Reacher each season tend to change given he moves onto a whole new story, Neagley has shown up in every season so far. So, I'd expect we'll see her again. And while Christopher Rodriguez-Marquette has been cast to play Jacob Merrick, that wasn't always the case. Variety reported the casting announcement for the eight new roles on June 13 with Jay Baruchel as Jacob. On June 26 though, Deadline followed up with news of a recasting as Baruchel was "forced to exit the series to attend to a personal matter". Reacher season 4 plot details & rumors Full spoilers follow for Reacher seasons 1 to 3. Potential spoilers also follow for Reacher season 4. Jack Reacher is a man on a mission, or several missions actually if you take all seasons so far into consideration. Over three seasons so far, he's been repeatedly ensnared in conspiracies that put a lot of lives at risk, including his own. From false murder accusations to going deep undercover to retrieving a lost DEA agent, following Lee Child's novels has given plenty of plot for the show to follow along with. And season 3 saw Reacher's feud with villains (new and old), Xavier Quinn and Zachary Beck, come to a head. The finale episode, titled 'Unfinished Business', saw Reacher's team break down a crime syndicate, run by Beck, by infiltrating his base. But, in order to do so, he had to come up against Beck's towering bodyguard, Paulie. And that led to an almighty fight placing brains against brawn. At the end of it all, he sat down with Neagley and talked about the real reason Reacher gets embroiled in so much trouble, because he hates the "big guy". While Reacher season 1 was adapted from Killing Floor, Child's debut novel, season 2 from Bad Luck and Trouble, his 11th novel, and season 3 from Persuader, his 7th novel, it's clear they're not going in book order, but they're certainly going from the books. And Reacher season 4 will follow Child's 13th book, Gone Tomorrow. If you've read the book, you'll know what's coming. But, without giving too much away, the official announcement gives us some insight into what season 4 will be like. Gone Tomorrow opens on a New York City subway train, which was previously hinted at in Alan Ritchson's Instagram post of the season 4 script laying on a subway seat (featured above) before official confirmation. And in the Instagram post that confirmed it all, Ritchson included the quote: "The thing about subway cars is you step on one and you never know what's going to happen". And that's exactly what's about to unfold. In Gone Tomorrow, Reacher has an encounter with a stranger that goes incredibly wrong. Suspecting her to be a suicide bomber, she ends up shooting herself unexpectedly as he approaches. Afterwards, Reacher wants to find out who she was and why it happened. And, in true Reacher fashion, the truth takes him deeper into government deception and conspiracy than he ever thought possible. Speaking to The Independent Child supports that the show can jump around the book order, saying he: 'very deliberately wrote the book series so you did not have any prior knowledge". Adding: "I wanted people to be able to pick up any title anywhere and have a really satisfying story, so we can take the same approach.' Where to watch Reacher Reacher seasons 1 to 3 can be streamed exclusively on Prime Video. Finished them all and eager for more? Check out these 6 muscular thrillers to watch while you wait. Will there be more seasons of Reacher? It's incredibly likely. Reacher season 4 was greenlit months before season 3 came out, and we wouldn't be surprised to hear about season 5 in a similar way. And, of course, there's all the books that Lee Child has written of the Jack Reacher series — currently totalling 29. But, it's not just Reacher that'll be on the scene. In October 2024, Prime Video announced spin-off series, Neagley, focused on none other than Frances Neagley (Maria Sten). And in June, as Reacher season 4 filming commenced, Maria Sten posted that filming on Negaley had officially wrapped. She added: "I hope you're ready cause it's gonna be a wild one!" Of course this isn't confirmation for more of the main Reacher show, but it's certainly the start of a new, no doubt adrenaline-filled, path. For more Prime Video TV-based coverage, read our guides on The Boys season 5, Mr and Mrs Smith season 2, The Rings of Power season 3, and Fallout season 2. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Get two Amazon First Reads e-books this month: just $1.99 each, or free with Prime
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. GET TWO FREE E-BOOKS: As of July 8, Amazon is offering two Amazon First Reads books for $1.99 each, or completely free for Prime members. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon / Danielle Prescod / Lee Child / Tamara L. Miller / Megan Chance / Angela Brown / Mallory Pearson Amazon First Reads Prime members get two free e-books. Non-Prime members pay $1.99 for the first two. Get Deal As if there wasn't enough to get excited about on Prime Day — seriously, check out the live blog, because this year's sale event is absolutely stacked — Amazon has thrown in something for First Reads fans too. As of July 8, Amazon First Reads is giving away two books for free to Prime members. But anyone without Prime can still take advantage by picking up two books for just $1.99 each. The deal actually runs for the entire month, meaning that it extends beyond the main Prime Day celebrations. SEE ALSO: The best Kindle for every type of reader — including those on your gift list If you're new to Amazon First Reads, this is how it works: First Read editors pick an exciting lineup of new novels every month, giving readers early access. Readers can read for free or at a reduced price, depending on whether they're Prime members. First Reads itself is actually free to join. Just sign up and you'll get a monthly Amazon email featuring all the latest First Reads picks. Whether you opt to join the First Reads program with Prime to take advantage of the free content, or you'd prefer to pay as you go, First Reads deals make fresh new literature accessible. Sign up now to get two free Amazon First Reads books with Prime, or two for $1.99 each without Prime. You can also stay on top of Prime Day and other deals with our handy guide on everything you need to know about Prime Day. Don't miss those bargains.
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28-06-2025
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Reacher Season 4 Cast Adds Agnez Mo, Jay Baruchel, & More
Amazon MGM Studios has officially enlisted eight new cast members to join the Season 4 cast for the next installment of the hit Prime Video series. Production on Season 4 is currently scheduled to begin this coming Sunday. 'When a chance encounter with a distraught stranger on a train goes horribly wrong, Jack Reacher is drawn into a complex and deadly game that pits him against ruthless foes from the highest echelons of power,' reads the synopsis for Season 4. Joining lead star Alan Ritchson in Reacher Season 4 are Indonesian superstar Agnez Mo (Pernikahan Dini, The Hospital) as Lila Hoth, Jay Baruchel (FUBAR, This is the End) as Jacob Merrick, Sydelle Noel (Black Panther) as Tamara Green, Anggun (Levitating) as Amisha Hoth, Kevin Weisman (Marvel's Runaways) as Russell Plum, Marc Blucas (My Life with the Walter Boys) as John Samson, Kevin Corrigan (Poker Face) as Detective Docherty, and Kathleen Robertson (The Expanse) as Elsbeth Samson. The next chapter will be based on the 13th book in Lee Child's global best-selling Jack Reacher novel series, titled Gone Tomorrow. The series is written and executive produced by showrunner Nick Santora. In addition to starring, Ritchson is also executive producing alongside Child, Don Granger, Scott Sullivan, Mick Betancourt, Lisa Kussner, Sam Hill, Amy Pocha and Seth Cohen, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Matt Thunell. It hails from Amazon MGM Studios, Skydance Television, and Paramount Television Studios. The first three seasons of Reacher are available for streaming on Prime Video. (Source: Variety) The post Reacher Season 4 Cast Adds Agnez Mo, Jay Baruchel, & More appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
