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Jack Reacher

2012·Movie
2h 10min·PG-13
61
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.0Metacritic506.4Rotten Tomatoes64%67%
IMDb7.0Metacritic506.4Rotten Tomatoes64%67%

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Hopefulness4
  • Romance3

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

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About

The law has limits. He does not.

One morning in an ordinary town, five people are shot dead in a seemingly random attack. All evidence points to a single suspect: an ex-military sniper who is quickly brought into custody. The interrogation yields one written note: 'Get Jack Reacher!'. Reacher, an enigmatic ex-Army investigator, believes the authorities have the right man but agrees to help the sniper's defense attorney. However, the more Reacher delves into the case, the less clear-cut it appears. So begins an extraordinary chase for the truth, pitting Jack Reacher against an unexpected enemy, with a skill for violence and a secret to keep.
Gritty Crime ThrillerLone Wolf InvestigatorHigh-Stakes MysteryTom Cruise CharismaPulsating TensionProcedural DeductionUrban Noir AtmosphereVigilante Justice

Crew

Directed by:
Christopher McQuarrie, Cliff Lanning, Jessica Lichtner
Written by:
Christopher McQuarrie, Lee Child
Produced by:
Tom Cruise, David Ellison, Barbara Harris
Composed by:
Alicia Stevenson, Anna Behlmer, Chris Navarro

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Questions about Jack Reacher

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Where can I stream Jack Reacher legally?

PrimeParamount+PeacockPhiloAMC+KanopyYouTube TVStarz

Jack Reacher is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, Peacock, and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Jack Reacher worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 64%, and Metacritic 50). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jack Reacher rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Jack Reacher?

2 h 10 min

Jack Reacher runs 2 h 10 min.

Is Jack Reacher based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Jack Reacher?

Critics57
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate Jack Reacher higher (67) than critics (57). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Jack Reacher a box office hit?

Budget$60 million
Box office$218 million

Yes. It cost about $60 million to make and earned $218 million worldwide, 3.6 times its budget.

What language is Jack Reacher in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jack Reacher?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Jack Reacher in 119 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Jack Reacher use?

Trap Is the Only OptionDefensive FailureThe ConspiracyRevealing SkillYour Princess Is in Another Castle!Persecuting ProsecutorSociopathic SoldierSomething Else Also RisesMook ChivalryRed HerringInter-Service RivalryOlder Hero Versus Younger Villainand 138 more

TV Tropes lists 150 storytelling tropes for Jack Reacher, including Trap Is the Only Option, Defensive Failure, The Conspiracy.