Reacher (2022)

Kernel Score: 91% · 2,674 ratings

Genres: Action & Adventure, Drama, Crime

First aired: 2022-02-03

Seasons: 3 · 24 episodes

Is Reacher worth watching?

Worth watching. A huge ex-military investigator drifts into a small town and ends up fixing a murder case with his fists. It's pulpy, violent fun with a charismatic lead, if you take it as an action show and not a mystery.

Watch it if you

  • like big, muscular action thrillers
  • enjoy a lone hero solving crimes
  • want an easy binge

Skip it if you

  • want realism or subtle writing
  • dislike heavy violence

Best for: Action binge weekend

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Reacher

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Jack Reacher, a veteran military police investigator, has just recently entered civilian life. Reacher is a drifter, carrying no phone and the barest of essentials as he travels the country and explores the nation he once served.

Reacher parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that Reacher is a TV-MA action crime drama featuring a military veteran involved in violent confrontations and conspiracies.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — Action-driven crime drama with guns, assassins, and physical confrontations consistent with its TV-MA rating.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-MA rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Shows like Reacher

If you liked Reacher, these are the shows we'd watch next.

  • The Terminal List (2022) — 87%: Rough, revenge-driven action series with a military lead.
  • The Night Agent (2023) — 86%: Fast thriller with a hero stuck in a conspiracy.
  • Marvel's The Punisher (2017) — 89%: Violent, brooding ex-soldier hunting criminals.
  • 24 (2001) — 88%: Relentless, ticking-clock action.
  • Marvel's Daredevil (2015) — 91%: Hard-hitting crime action with a determined hero.
  • Prison Break (2005) — 91%: Twisty, high-stakes thriller built on escalating plans.

Cast

  • Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher
  • Maria Sten as Frances Neagley
  • Sonya Cassidy as Susan Duffy
  • Johnny Berchtold as Richard Beck
  • Roberto Montesinos as Guillermo Villanueva
  • Olivier Richters as Paulie
  • Brian Tee as Xavier Quinn
  • Anthony Michael Hall as Zachary Beck

Reacher FAQ

Is Reacher worth watching?

Worth watching. A huge ex-military investigator drifts into a small town and ends up fixing a murder case with his fists. It's pulpy, violent fun with a charismatic lead, if you take it as an action show and not a mystery.

Where can I watch Reacher?

In the US you can stream Reacher on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.

Is Reacher OK for kids?

Reacher is rated TV-MA. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Reacher is a TV-MA action crime drama featuring a military veteran involved in violent confrontations and conspiracies.

What shows are like Reacher?

If you liked Reacher, try The Terminal List, The Night Agent, Marvel's The Punisher and 24.