‘What Kind Of Fun Is That?’ Reacher’s Alan Ritchson Just Got Real About Sparring With Another Big Guy In Season 3

It appears that the latest season of Reacher has been a popular choice among many Prime Video subscribers, with the streaming service boasting about the high viewership numbers for Season 3. Not only is the show attracting widespread acclaim, but star Alan Ritchson is also thoroughly enjoying his role, as it presents an opportunity for his character to engage in intense confrontations with a formidable adversary who could potentially cause harm to Jack Reacher.

In the creation of Jack Reacher by author Lee Child, the intention was to develop a strong and intimidating character, someone who towers above others, which was a key factor behind the less-than-satisfactory reception of the Jack Reacher films starring Tom Cruise among fans. This portrayal of Reacher as an inevitable victor in any fight takes away from the suspense for viewers, as Ritchson notes on our sister site GamesRadar. However, it’s important to note that some actors might argue for this invincible character trait, yet it fails to generate tension among the audience. Ritchson added…

In this contemporary era, it seems like the acting world is brimming with numerous talents. Yet, I find myself drawn to those individuals who seem to strive for invulnerability on stage or screen. However, isn’t the charm of entertainment in witnessing characters that are relatable and flawed?

It’s not necessary for Alan Ritchson to explicitly mention names, as it’s already known that some famous actors like Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham have provisions in their contracts that ensure their on-screen characters won’t appear weak. This is information that has been reported previously.

Watching the protagonist effortlessly defeat their adversaries can diminish the intensity of those scenes, especially when we’re aware that the hero is virtually invincible from the outset. Characters like Jack Reacher are built to prevail in any fight. However, the series has devised alternative methods to keep tension high and challenge the character in ways other than physical combat.

However, given Jack Reacher’s immense size, encountering someone even larger amplifies the tension in the scenario. Such a matchup is uncommon for Reacher, making it intriguing for the audience as they ponder the unfolding events. Ritchson elaborates…

It’s more enjoyable to have a character like Reacher paired with someone who creates doubt about his survival, as opposed to making him appear invincible or superhuman.

It’s generally understood that the good guy usually comes out on top in most stories. Although there are exceptions where they might lose, it’s rare. The main intrigue lies not in whether they’ll win but rather in finding out how. However, pitting Jack Reacher against an adversary who can give him a run for his money will definitely keep viewers guessing about how he’ll escape this predicament.

The fourth season of “Reacher” is coming soon. One of the biggest challenges for the show could lie in making the character of Reacher appear less invulnerable, given his formidable reputation.

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2025-03-19 16:09