Alan Ritchson returns, bigger and badder than ever, in Amazon's thrilling third season of Reacher. IGN critic Luke Reiller praises the season, noting its divergence from the source material but highlighting Reacher's increased ruthlessness and overall entertainment value. Facing a formidable new threat embodied by "The Dutch Giant," Olivier Richters, Reacher must utilize all his cunning and strength to overcome this challenge.
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Where to Stream Reacher Season 3

Reacher Season 3
Based on Lee Child's novel "Persuader," Reacher plunges into a vast criminal underworld while rescuing a DEA informant. Stream it exclusively on Prime Video. Prime Video subscriptions start at $8.99/month or are included with Amazon Prime memberships (starting at $14.99/month). A 30-day free trial is available for new subscribers.
Reacher Season 3 Episode Release Schedule
Reacher Season 3 premiered with three episodes on February 20th, with subsequent episodes released weekly through March. The season consists of eight episodes.
- Episode 1: "Persuader" - February 20
- Episode 2: "Truckin'" - February 20
- Episode 3: "Number 2 with a Bullet" - February 20
- Episode 4: "Domnique" - February 27
- Episode 5: "Smackdown" - March 6
- Episode 6: "Smoke on the Water" - March 13
- Episode 7: "L.A. Story" - March 20
- Episode 8: "Unfinished Business" - March 27
What Is Reacher About?

Persuader: A Jack Reacher Novel
Reacher skillfully navigates a complex criminal enterprise.
Season 3 adapts Lee Child's seventh Jack Reacher novel, "Persuader." For newcomers, the show's overarching premise is: Retired Military Police Officer Jack Reacher is wrongly accused of murder, thrusting him into a conspiracy involving corrupt cops, shady businessmen, and manipulative politicians. Using his intellect and skills, he must unravel the truth in Margrave, Georgia.
Reacher Season 4 Release Date
Deadline reported a Season 4 renewal in October 2023, while Season 3 was still in production. Given the roughly yearly gap between Seasons 2 and 3, a 2026 release for Season 4 is plausible.
How to Watch Previous Seasons of Reacher
As an Amazon Original, Reacher streams exclusively on Prime Video. However, Season 1 is available for free with ads, even without a Prime membership. Both previous seasons are also available on physical media.
Reacher Season 1
Stream: Prime Video (free with ads)

Reacher Season 2
Stream: Prime Video (subscription required)

How to Watch the Jack Reacher Movies
For those seeking more Reacher adventures, the Tom Cruise films offer a different perspective.
Jack Reacher (2012)
Stream: Paramount+ Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back (2016)
Stream: Paramount+ Rent/Buy: Prime Video
Reacher Season 3 Cast

Created by Nick Santora, based on Lee Child's novels, Reacher features a talented cast:
- Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher
- Malcolm Goodwin as Oscar Finlay
- Willa Fitzgerald as Roscoe Conklin
- Chris Webster as KJ Kliner
- Bruce McGill as Mayor Grover Teale
- Maria Sten as Frances Neagley
- Serinda Swan as Karla Dixon
- Shaun Sipos as David O'Donnell
- Ferdinand Kingsley as A.M.
- Robert Patrick as Shane Langston
- Sonya Cassidy as Susan Duffy
- Johnny Berchtold as Richard Beck
- Roberto Montesinos as Guillermo Villanueva
- Olivier Richters as Paulie
- Brian Tee as Francis Xavier Quinn