Alan Ritchson Returns in Reacher Season 3: What to Expect

Alan Ritchson is reprising his role as Jack Reacher in the highly anticipated third season of the hit Prime Video series. With the conclusion of Reacher Season 2, fans are eager to know what adventures await the formidable special investigator.

The official announcement of Reacher Season 3 came even before the second season premiered, a testament to the show’s success. Furthermore, Alan Ritchson recently hinted at the filming of the new season by sharing a photo of himself covered in mud, captioned, ‘Welp, we’re back.’ This strongly suggests that production for Reacher Season 3 is already underway.

While the gap between the first and second seasons was nearly two years, there is hope that the wait for Season 3 will be shorter, especially with Ritchson already filming. An early 2025 release may be a possibility, although external factors, such as the ongoing pandemic, could impact the timeline.

As for the storyline of Season 3, it remains uncertain which Jack Reacher novel will serve as the source material. With a vast array of 21 Lee Child novels yet to be adapted, the selection process is challenging. However, Ritchson alluded to the show being based on one of Child’s favorite Reacher books, which often appears on “every top 10 list” in the series. Could it be Tripwire, set in Florida, or 61 Hours, set in snowy South Dakota? Although beloved books like One Shot and Never Go Back have already been made into Tom Cruise movies, it seems unlikely they will be revisited so soon. Fans eagerly anticipate the official announcement.

Reacher Season 2 introduced new characters, reflecting Reacher’s nomadic nature as he encounters fresh faces and challenges in different locations. While Alan Ritchson will reprise his role as Jack Reacher, it remains uncertain which characters from previous seasons will return. So far, Maria Sten‘s Frances Neagley and Malcolm Goodwin’s Oscar Finlay have played substantial roles in both seasons, with the latter only making a cameo appearance in Season 2. Neagley seems a likely candidate to return, but until the book for Season 3 is revealed, it remains anyone’s guess. Ritchson’s comment about a “whole new world” indicates the possibility of another new cast.

If you find yourself yearning for a show to fill the Reacher-sized hole in your heart, there are a couple of great recommendations. For those who enjoy season-long TV mysteries, Apple TV‘s Intelligence, a fantastic British spy series featuring impressive action, witty comedy, and a standout performance from Gary Oldman, may be the perfect choice. On the other hand, if your true desire is watching a formidable man pummel his adversaries, the Crime City movie series from Korea’s The Outlaws franchise offers exactly that. With intense action and a righteous protagonist, these movies deliver the satisfaction you seek. Catch up before the upcoming release of The Roundup: Punishment this year.