As a die-hard fan of the Jesse Stone series, I must say that these latest updates have filled my heart with joy and anticipation! Having grown up watching Tom Selleck portray this complex character, it feels like reuniting with an old friend after a long absence.
Tom Selleck, renowned for his roles in shows like “Magnum P.I.” and “Blue Bloods,” is also recognized as Jesse Stone, a popular TV law enforcer that has garnered high ratings and gained the affection of older viewers. Initially introduced through a series of mystery novels by Robert B. Parker, Jesse Stone debuted on screen in 2005 with the made-for-TV movie “Jesse Stone: Stone Cold.” The “Jesse Stone” series combines elements of cop drama and detective mysteries, and it tends to stay true to the source material.
Tom Selleck enthusiastically embarked on a string of nine “Jesse Stone” television movies, which he took pleasure in producing. In an interview with Parade, he expressed his eagerness to continue creating these stories, stating, “I’m not doing it for the money.
How to watch Jesse Stone in release order
Typically, starting with a franchise that has multiple entries can be made simpler by following its release order, and this certainly applies to the Jesse Stone movies. For quite some time, CBS was producing around one Jesse Stone film per year until a pause separated the series from the network. Then in 2015, the Hallmark Channel took over for the last installment. Here’s the sequence of the films as they initially aired on television:
- “Jesse Stone: Stone Cold” (2005)
- “Jesse Stone: Night Passage” (2006)
- “Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise” (2006)
- “Jesse Stone: Sea Change” (2007)
- “Jesse Stone: Thin Ice” (2009)
- “Jesse Stone: No Remorse” (2010)
- “Jesse Stone: Innocence Lost” (2011)
- “Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt” (2012)
- “Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise” (2015)
You might find it easiest to start with the “Jesse Stone” series by following the release order, as there are nine books in total, which is also the number Robert B. Parker wrote for the character. Yet, this isn’t the only method to get into this mystery series.
How to watch Jesse Stone in chronological order
It’s often assumed that the “Jesse Stone” movies follow a chronological storyline. However, this is not the case and such an assumption would be incorrect. The reason for the film “Stone Cold” being produced first, even though it traditionally occurs after “Night Passage,” remains unclear. Interestingly, the second movie, which serves as a prequel, provides valuable insights into Jesse’s drinking problem and his reasons for leaving California for New England initially. Consequently, some viewers might find it beneficial to rearrange the first two films in their viewing order to better follow Jesse’s storyline. Here is how the movies are actually ordered within the series’ timeline.
- “Jesse Stone: Night Passage” (2006)
- “Jesse Stone: Stone Cold” (2005)
- “Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise” (2006)
- “Jesse Stone: Sea Change” (2007)
- “Jesse Stone: Thin Ice” (2009)
- “Jesse Stone: No Remorse” (2010)
- “Jesse Stone: Innocence Lost” (2011)
- “Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt” (2012)
- “Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise” (2015)
What order should one read the Jesse Stone books in?
If you enjoy the “Jesse Stone” films, particularly those where Tom Selleck plays law enforcement characters, you might also be interested in reading Robert B. Parker’s original mystery novels that form the Jesse Stone series. The first book in this series, “Night Passage,” was published in 1997 and initiated the Jesse Stone saga. Since Parker’s passing in 2010, other authors have continued the Jesse Stone story, including Michael Brandman, Reed Farrel Coleman, and Mike Lupica. Here is the recommended reading order for the entire “Jesse Stone” collection:
- “Night Passage” (1997) by Robert B. Parker
- “Trouble In Paradise” (1998) by Robert B. Parker
- “Death In Paradise” (2001) by Robert B. Parker
- “Stone Cold” (2003) by Robert B. Parker
- “Sea Change” (2006) by Robert B. Parker
- “High Profile” (2007) by Robert B. Parker
- “Stranger In Paradise” (2008) by Robert B. Parker
- “Night And Day” (2009) by Robert B. Parker
- “Split Image” (2010) by Robert B. Parker
- “Robert B. Parker’s Killing the Blues” (2011) by Michael Brandman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Fool Me Twice” (2012) by Michael Brandman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Damned If You Do” (2013) by Michael Brandman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Blind Spot” (2014) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s The Devil Wins” (2015) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Debt To Pay” (2016) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s The Hangman’s Sonnet” (2017) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Colorblind” (2018) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s The Bitterest Pill” (2019) by Reed Farrel Coleman
- “Robert B. Parker’s Fool’s Paradise” (2020) by Mike Lupica
- “Robert B. Parker’s Stone’s Throw” (2021) by Mike Lupica
- “Robert B. Parker’s Fallout” (2022) by Mike Lupica
It’s worth noting that not every Jesse Stone movie is adapted from a book. After the fourth film, “Sea Change,” the remaining movies were original stories written solely by Tom Selleck, with contributions from co-writer Michael Brandman, who succeeded Parker in his role as writer.
Will there be any more Jesse Stone movies or books?
Since there hasn’t been a new “Jesse Stone” movie since 2015 or a book since 2022, fans have been pondering if the popular Paradise police chief has reached his final chapter. An unassuming retirement isn’t quite the kind of conclusion everyone had envisioned for the character, and readers and viewers of the books and Tom Selleck films are eager for more. Luckily, we can share some positive news.
After the release of “Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise” in 2015, Selleck shared with the Wall Street Journal that Hallmark had purchased rights to two more movies. The actor also expressed his intention to continue playing the character as long as he is physically able, which fans will be happy to hear. Unfortunately, “Blue Bloods” has prevented Selleck from revisiting Jesse Stone for some time, but since CBS’ premier police drama has now ended (with Selleck having his own opinions about this), it might be time to go back to Paradise. In 2024, Selleck told Parade that if “Blue Bloods” doesn’t get renewed, there may be room for more Jesse Stone movies as he has written them. Selleck also mentioned that he still loves the character and that he would be different, having aged since the last movie.
Enthusiasts of books can look forward to more joy, because Penguin Random House has confirmed that the 22nd installment in the Jesse Stone novels, titled “Robert B. Parker’s Buried Secrets,” written by newcomer Christopher Farnsworth, will be available on bookstore shelves in February 2025. After a decade-long wait, it appears that a revival of the Jesse Stone series is taking shape.
Where to watch the Jesse Stone movies
If this piqued your interest in watching Tom Selleck as Jesse Stone, the police chief of Paradise, then it would be a great idea to check out Prime Video for your next binge-watching session! Interestingly, all nine films in the series are accessible for streaming (as well as rent and purchase) on Amazon’s platform. However, that’s not the only option available. You can also stream each episode individually on The Roku Channel.
- “Jesse Stone: Stone Cold” (2005) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Night Passage” (2006) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Death in Paradise” (2006) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Sea Change” (2007) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Thin Ice” (2009) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: No Remorse” (2010) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Innocence Lost” (2011) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Benefit of the Doubt” (2012) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
- “Jesse Stone: Lost in Paradise” (2015) on Prime Video and The Roku Channel
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2024-09-29 17:00