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Alan Ritchson is one of the most common fancasts for the Caped Crusader within the newly birthed Dcu. He’s proven he can act in Reacher and is not a stranger when it comes to superhero universes having starred as Hawk in Titans and made an appearance as Aquaman in Smallville, and he definitely has the physical presence to be a very menacing version of Batman. Although, he’s still most recognizable to many folks as Thad Castle from Blue Mountain State.

Now, Ritchson’s Reacher co star Roberto Montesino has weighed in on Ritchson playing the Dark Knight, and he loves the idea. Speaking to ScreenRant, Montesino had the following to say:

“What would he bring to that role? First of all, his work ethic, his research, his command of a character. For example, in Lee Child's books, when you're reading the book? Reacher walks into a room,...

2025 has been a slow year for movies so far, as new and original films that people have been craving underperformed severely. Just recently, exciting motion pictures like the sci-fi satire Mickey 17, the action comedy Novocaine, and the spy thriller Black Bag have been pulling in less-than-stellar financial numbers despite the critical praise they've gotten. This current trend has movie fans worried that the products they're enjoying won't make a huge commercial splash.

It's not just the current year of 2025 either. 2024, the year before, also had its fair share of fantastic movies that failed to make a grand impact at the box office. These films had either spectacular action, brilliantly executed concepts, an engaging true-story narrative, or became an unexpectedly magnificent installment in a long-running franchise. Between Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Transformers One, and Better Man, these otherwise acclaimed 2024 movies were unfortunate box office disappointments.

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Following the huge success of such action shows as The Terminal List, Jack Ryan, and the pop culture phenomenon that is Reacher, Prime Video has now teased what could be their next big genre hit. The streamer and studio has now begun to release details about their upcoming action-drama series, Costiera, which finds Grey's Anatomy and Only Murders in the Building star Jesse Williams in the lead role as a former marine-turned-fixer.

As per a report by Variety, the first teaser for the Italian action drama was shown during a recent showcase hosted by the streamer, with Williams revealed to be playing “a fixer at a luxury hotel tasked with finding the owner’s daughter.” Costiera is due to land on the streaming platform later this year.

During the event, Prime Video’s head of originals for Southern Europe, Nicole Morganti, revealed that, despite the series having both an American director,...

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Reacher season 3 has provided one of the most action-packed seasons so far. Now the time has come for the final episode to release. The entire season 3 has been building up for the finale to witness the confrontation between Reacher and Quinn. Reacher fans can stream the episodes exclusively on Amazon Prime.

Jack Reacher in Reacher Season 3 | Credit Prime Video

Apart from the final encounter between Jack Reacher and Xavier Quinn, there is another catch to the show. A highly anticipated fight may follow between the ex-military officer Reacher and Paulie, which is considered to be one of the most intense fight scenes of the entire series. Ready to witness the action-packed episode 8 of Reacher season 3? Know how you can watch the show.

Jack Reacher is all set to go out with a bang this week with the finale of the third Season on Amazon Prime Video.

Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher | Credit: Amazon Prime Video.

Based on Lee Child’s Jack Reacher book series, Reacher Season 3 was easily one of the most anticipated shows of 2025. Dropping on February 20th, it was met with acclaim and admiration, with the fans praising the storyline and performance of the cast.

The show follows Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson), a former U.S. military police major who tries to fight crime, uproot corrupt systems, and establish justice in a twisted way, albeit based on his moral code.

Related“Alan was born to play Reacher”: Jack Reacher Author Reveals Why Tom Cruise Was a Horrible Choice as Alan Ritchson Returns for Season 3

A nomad by nature, Reacher travels from state to state, tackling dangerous criminals and teaming...

Actor Alan Ritchson has become a fan-favorite actor. First introduced to many in his roles as Aquaman in Smallville and Thad in Blue Mountain State, Ritchson would become increasingly well-known thanks to playing Hank Hall in the Titans TV series. His subsequent leading role in Reacher as Jack Reacher would solidify his action acting chops. A co-star credit in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare alongside Henry Cavill would further cement his status as a star.

Yet, before the roles modern Ritchson had become known for, he attempted to break into the industry in a big way by writing, directing, and starring in the comedy action film, Dark Web: Cicada 3301. The movie was largely overlooked upon release and has become a side note in Ritchson's career. But should the movie be unearthed and re-visited? Does it say anything about Ritchson as a creative? Here is what you need to know...

Originally published March 15; updated March 24 at 12 p.m. Pt

Emmy season is upon us, and while many of this year's eligible contenders premiered in the second half of 2024, several new entries made their debuts in early 2025.

Television critics have been sounding off about all of their latest favorites, and we've noted their top 2025 picks in the alphabetic listing below. We'll keep updating it throughout the season as more shows arrive on the scene.

Some of their choices are enjoying serious 2025 Emmys buzz, including Netflix's Adolescence, which follows a 13-year-old boy who is accused of murdering a classmate, and Apple TV+'s Severance, back for a second season of sci-fi superfluity after a three-year break. Critics are also heaping praise on series that have so far had trouble connecting with Emmy voters, like Dark Winds' third season and The Righteous Gemstones' fourth season.

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We're almost another season down, Reacher fans. One of Prime Video's best original series is about to reach the end of its third installment, and we still can't believe how quickly the season has flown by. It feels like just yesterday we were thrown back into the world of Jack Reacher, watching him take on his next high-stakes mission, and now we're gearing up for what will surely be a thrilling, action-packed finale!

Based on the book Persuader by Lee Child, Reacher season 3 has given fans another adrenaline-pumping ride filled with intense action and unforgettable moments. Like previous seasons, Reacher finds himself in the thick of dangerous situations. There's a new big bad in Reacher season 3, and Reacher shares a dark past with him, one that makes their confrontation personal. Hopefully, you've been catching up on all the new episodes because the Reacher season 3 finale is set to be released very soon,...

Alan Ritchson’s Jack Reacher returns to Prime Video this Thursday for a season finale showdown. “Unfinished Business” sets the stage for a confrontation with Reacher’s primary antagonists, Paulie and Quinn, bringing Season 3’s twisting narrative to a head. Based on Lee Child’s novel “Persuader,” this season has seen Reacher infiltrating a criminal enterprise while attempting […]

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“Reacher” star Alan Ritchson didn’t hold back in a recent GQ interview, where he opened up about his turbulent relationship with former high school classmate and controversial politician Matt Gaetz. The actor, known for his physical roles and intense presence on screen, got even more intense when discussing Gaetz—calling him an “adversary” and questioning how he continues to receive support from voters despite his scandals.

“That motherf**ker. We are adversaries,” Ritchson said, making it clear that their tension dates back to their school days in Florida. While he didn’t go into detail about the exact nature of their conflict, he expressed disbelief over Gaetz’s political endurance. “It’s shocking to me that the panhandle of Florida continues to vote for somebody—knowing everything we know about him… He’s just not a good dude.”

Ritchson even admitted the feud made him briefly consider entering politics himself,...

What Do We Know About the upcoming Reacher spin-off series centered on Frances Neagley? More than you may think. The Jack Reacher series starring Alan Ritchson has been a huge hit for Prime Video, and the spin-off has been in development for quite some time. From plot, casting news, and more, let’s dive in and look at what is coming up in the new addition to the Reacher franchise.

Who is Frances Neagley?

A key ally of Jack Reacher, Frances Neagley has been a recurring character in one Lee Child novel, Bad Luck and Trouble, the eleventh in the series, in 2007. Neagley was included in the first season of Reacher, based on the first novel, Killing Floor, which surprised many fans. Maria Sten’s performance became an instant hit with fans, which has resulted in her inclusion in all three seasons of Reacher to date, along with her own spin-off.

The role of Batman in the Dcu has yet to be cast, and Reacher actor has thrown his name into the cowl to potentially get the part. This possibility had garnered the endorsement of one of Ritchson's Reacher co-stars.

Roberto Montesinos, who plays DEA Agent Guillermo Villlanueva in Reacher, commented to Screen Rant on the potential casting of Ritchson as Batman in a live-action project. Montesinos explained that, in addition to his physique and work ethic, Ritchson is extraordinarily talented in how well he's able to convey emotions with just his facial expressions. Altogether, it makes Montesinos feel very confident that Ritchson would be the best Batman that fans have ever seen.

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"What would he bring to that role? First of all, his work ethic, his research, his command of a character," Montesinos said. "For example, in Lee Child's books, when you're reading the book? Reacher walks into a room,...

In a world of sitcoms, cameos are often a chance for actors to surprise the audience and create a multiverse of artists. Brooklyn Nine-Nine was no stranger to surprise cameos. But in a moment that delighted the B99 fans, Adam Sandler made a surprise appearance in the first season of the beloved police procedural sitcom.

Andy Samberg as Jake Peralta in Brooklyn Nine-Nine | Credit: Fox

Not only did it lead to one of the series’ funniest moments, but it also revealed a close-knit friendship between Sandler and the Nine-Nine star. The two actors’ bond even stretches back to their work on the big screen and even the late-night show, Saturday Night Live.

Adam Sandler had one of the best cameos in favor of Brooklyn Nine-Nine star

Adam Sandler appeared in Brooklyn Nine-Nine Season 1, Episode 15, titled Operation: Broken Feather, where he portrayed a fictionalized version of himself. In the episode, Jake...

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The following contains spoilers for Reacher Season 3, Episode 7, "L.A. Story," now streaming on Prime Video.

The finale of Reacher Season 3 is just around the corner, and Alan Ritchson's Jack Reacher has kept proving he can't control his emotions. He lets personal feelings get in the way of the mission, and compromises his usual logic-driven approach.

Season 3 is all about him wanting revenge and hoping to kill Brian Tee's Francis Xavier Quinn. In Season 3, Episode 7, "L.A. Story," he keeps making stupid mistakes. But one error in particular could lead to a major betrayal that will rock Reacher's world to the core. It involves him hooking up with DEA agent, Susan Duffy, and how their wires get crossed in a very important job.

Reacher and Susan Duffy Are Distracting Each Other Duffy Thinks Reacher...

Prime Video's Reacher, now in its third season, has seen its titular character go up against a plethora of antagonists. However, none have been as formidable, at least size-wise, as Season 3's Paulie. Played by Olivier Richters, famously known as 'The Dutch Giant,' Paulie takes away one of Reacher's biggest trump cards: his size.

Having first gained fame in the bodybuilding field, Richters plays bodyguard and henchman to Zachary Beck (Anthony Hall) under the orders of Xavier Quinn, Aka Julius McCabe (Brian Tee). Suffice it to say that Alan Ritchson's Reacher and Richter's Paulie do not have a good relationship. However, the hostility between the duo is confined to screens. Richters has recently revealed that it was, in fact, Ritchson who helped him get the role of Paulie in Reacher Season 3.

Alan Ritchson Recommended Olivier Richters for the Role of Paulie in 'Reacher' Season 3

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Adapted from the novels of author Lee Child,Reacheris now one of Prime Video's most successful series. With an impressive 92% on Rotten Tomatoes' Tomatometer for its debut season, the series is now on its third leg, with the latest season taking to screens last month. Season 3 has managed to outperform Reacher's first season and match the show's second season in terms of ratings, with a near-perfect 98%.

Reacher Season 3 is based on Lee Child's seventh Jack Reacher novel, Persuader. While showrunner Nick Santora has chosen to deviate from the chronological order of Child's novels, he has ensured that the Prime series stays more or less faithful to the book that each season chooses to adapt. However, as with any adaptation, a certain level of creative freedom has been exercised in the Reacher series, and this remains true for Season 3. While the season, similarly to the novel, follows Reacher as he...

With castings regarding the Dcu making rounds every day, fans have been going wild with potential castings for the next Batman, a role that has often featured some of the brightest talents the showbiz has to offer. While it’s unlikely we’ll hear about an official Dcu Batman casting from James Gunn anytime soon, Alan Ritchson is making a great case for himself.

Reacher | Credits: Amazon Prime Video

Since the announcement of The Brave and the Bold, Ritchson has been at the forefront of fan castings, and the actor too has been giving it all, especially with his performance in the new Reacher episode.

Alan Ritchson goes full Batman in the new Reacher episode Reacher | Credit: Amazon Prime Video

In terms of physique alone, Alan Ritchson embodies the caped crusader from the comics, which is more apparent from his portrayal of Jack Reacher in the Amazon Prime series. And...

Known as the hunky muscular guy who turned out to be a better Jack Reacher than Tom Cruise, Alan Ritchson’s fame skyrocketed when he portrayed the lead role in the show Reacher.

Tom Cruise as the titular protagonist in his Jack Reacher film series. | Credit: Paramount Pictures.

Well, it seems that the actor might just take on another world-famous character after the fame that he has been receiving for his portrayal. This time, Alan Ritchson could very well take on the role… of Batman!

Alan Ritchson’s co-star wants to see him as Batman

A muscular 6ft guy should be enough criteria to don the cape and outfit of Batman and Alan Ritchson does fill that criteria. Although we already have Robert Pattinson, there’s no harm in having another Batman, right?

Sonya Cassidy and Alan Ritchson in Reacher / Credits: Prime Video

Roberto Montesinos is known for portraying the...

The question of who will play Batman in the Dcu has thrown up almost as many potential candidates as the list of James Bond hopefuls, and just like the casting of the world-famous super spy, we are still no closer to knowing who will step into the role. However, among those who would give anything to be cast as the next Dark Knight is Alan Ritchson, something with plenty of experience of beating up bad guys and certainly beefy enough for the role. And it seems one of his Reacher costars is advocating for his casting in the role.

Roberto Montesinos, who stars in the Amazon Prime Video series as DEA agent Guillermo Villanueva, believes that Ritchson has several qualities that would make him the perfect candidate to be Gotham’s next protector. Speaking to ScreenRant, Montesinos said:

"What would he bring to that role? First, his work ethic, his research,...

There's a moment in season 3 of "Reacher" where the titular ex-military policeman seems genuinely vulnerable in a way that he hasn't thus far in Prime Video's massively popular streaming series. The latest season of the show is based on the best Jack Reacher book, "Persuader," and sees Alan Ritchson's hero going undercover at the mansion of businessman Zachary Beck, whose business isn't exactly on the level. There, he encounters what might be his biggest challenge yet — "biggest" being the operative word.

Paulie, played by 7-foot 2-inch Dutch bodybuilder Olivier Richters, is the bodyguard who mans the front gate at Beck's mansion, and he's about as physically intimidating as they come. The hulking henchman somehow makes the already-massive Ritchson look small, and throughout season 3 of "Reacher," we're teased with an impending showdown between the two bruisers. But at one point prior to this ultimate clash, Paulie slaps Reacher and sends...

Alan Ritchson doesn’t just play a tough guy; he is one. Reacher season 3 is bringing the heat, and episode 8’s brutal showdown with Paulie (Olivier Richters) is set to be a bone-cruncher. Literally. Ritchson went all in for the fight scene, pushing his body to the limit. The result – broken shins, shattered tendons, and a whole lot of pain.

Alan Ritchson in a still from Reacher Season 3 | Credits: Amazon MGM Studios

But did that stop him? Nah. Training for the scene took a serious toll, but Ritchson’s dedication to making Reacher’s action feel real is next-level.

Alan Ritchson vs. the Dutch giant: Reacher’s biggest fight yet left him shattered Olivier Richters and Alan Ritchson in a still from Reacher Season 3 | Credits: Amazon MGM Studios

You know Reacher’s in trouble when there’s a guy even bigger than him. Reacher season 3 is racing toward an explosive finale,...

In Hollywood, stars often bring some of their personal life experiences to the television screens. As Bryan Cranston detailed in an interview, on how he used the characteristics of his father to play the antagonist Walter White. The same is true for Anthony Michael Hall as well, who used his real emotions in Season 3 of Reacher.

Anthony Michael Hall in a still from Reacher | Credits: Prime Video

Known as one of the most popular stars of the ’80s Hall has a plethora of projects to his name. And in a recent chit-chat, he detailed how growing up without his father helped him shape his character on screen and bring out a powerful performance.

Anthony Michael Hall’s personal story that makes his character even more powerful in Reacher

Starting his career as a beloved teen star in The Breakfast Club and Weird Science and moving on to more intense and complex roles,...

With the release of Season 3’s first three episode, Prime Video’s Reacher easily muscled its way back onto Nielsen’s U.S. ranking of streaming originals.

The Alan Ritchson-led book adaptation landed at No. 2 for the week of Feb. 17 with 1.81 billion minutes viewed across 19 available episodes — its second-largest weekly haul to date (trailing only its series debut in February 2022).

More from TVLineRatings: 1923 Viewership Has Soared 56% in Season 2, Says ParamountTVLine Items: Kiernan Shipka Joins Industry, Bosch: Legacy Castings and MoreReacher Stars Talk Filming Russian Roulette Scene - And Who Struggled to Hide Their 'Sad' Feelings About It...

Following the rip-roaring events of last week's episode in the Prime Video knockout Reacher, in which the titular protagonist (Alan Ritchson) finally came face-to-face with his arch nemesis Xavier Quinn (Brian Tee) and had to literally put the pedal-to-the-metal after his cover was blown, devoted viewers are growing more and more excited as the season finale draws nearer. An enraged Quinn sent the vicious behemoth Paulie (Olivier Richters) and his other henchmen to take out Reacher, but of course, they were no match for the formidable and fierce hero.

Worried that she has no way of ever finding Teresa (Storm Steenson) now that Reacher's been exposed as a rat, Duffy (Sonya Cassidy) is shocked when he claims that they may have another angle to work after all, ending Episode 6 on a cliffhanger when he declares they're heading to Los Angeles. With just two episodes left in the exhilarating third season,...

A few popular choices to play Batman in the new DC Universe become the Dark Knight in thrilling art that showcases just how great each of them would look as Bruce Wayne. James Gunn's Dcu will not use Robert Pattinson's version of the Dark Knight, which will remain separate in Matt Reeves' The Batman franchise. Instead, a new actor will be cast in the role for Batman's The Brave and the Bold movie. Since there have been few updates on the project, rumors have emerged about many actors, and some of the most popular choices appear in new DC art.

On Reddit, user Dry-Conversation9817 shared a series of portraits showcasing what Jensen Ackles, Alan Ritchson, Sebastian Stan, and Jake Gyllenhaal could look like as the Dcu's Batman.

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All actors sport modern takes on Batman's classic costume, with his iconic logo,...

This article contains spoilers for "Reacher" season 3, episode 7.

"Reacher" season 3 differs from the previous two seasons in many ways. This is the first time we've seen Alan Ritchson's hero undercover, sleuthing his way around a mansion just as his literary counterpart does in Lee Child's book, "Persuader," on which this season of "Reacher" is based. It's also a big change from season 2, which saw the titular ex-Army man joined by members of his 110th Special Investigations unit. But there's one big theme that has characterized all three seasons of the streaming series thus far: Revenge.

Season 1 saw Reacher gain revenge for the death of his brother, season 2 followed him and his former Army colleagues as they sought vengeance for the death of erstwhile 110th unit members, and season 3 sees Reacher once again seeking revenge, this time for the death of his former protégé and Army sergeant Dominique Kohl...

Alan Ritchson’s approach to building an intimidating physique that inspired everyone is anything but conventional. The Reacher star is known for his towering frame and Olympian-level build.

Alan Ritchson in Reacher | Amazon MGM Studios

He’s been turning heads not just by his action-packed performances, but also for his diet and workout. So let’s dive into the details of how he maintains his larger-than-life presence on screen.

Alan Ritchson’s Instagram feasts and indulgence Alan Ritchson in Reacher | Amazon MGM Studios

Alan Ritchson’s uploads on Instagram are a treasure trove for his fans. In a recent video, he quipped, “Welcome to another episode of you’re gonna watch me eat this crap, and you’re gonna like it.” The spread included a mountain of food such as steak, white chocolate, cakes, crème brûlée, potatoes, and scallops.

It seemed like a feast for a king, or in his case,...

We've got two episodes left of this thrilling season of Prime Video's smash-hit series, Reacher, which people can't get enough of. And while we're sad that we won't see Alan Ritchson for a while, let's enjoy him while we can. Ahead of tomorrow's penultimate episode, Collider is thrilled to present an exclusive sneak peek at one of our favorite series, with Episode 7 — entitled "L.A. Story" — putting the pieces into place for what is sure to be an explosive conclusion to the best season of Reacher yet. In the episode, Reacher and Duffy (Sonya Cassidy) travel to Los Angeles to cut a deal with one of Quinn’s colleagues. Meanwhile, Quinn (Brian Tee) makes final preparations for a massive criminal sale that is about to go down.

Tom Cruise is one of Hollywood’s most beloved actors. He has drawn attention to himself due to his action-packed roles and interest in doing his own stunts, no matter how absurd and dangerous they might get—from hanging from a flying plane, jumping a bike off a cliff, and taking a huge leap from one building to another, which even broke his foot.

Despite the dangers, he has not backed away from adding authenticity to his films. Due to this quality, he has become the symbol of great cinema. If he is acting in a movie, viewers consider it a must-watch, expecting top-tier performances and thrilling stories.

He gained a lot of fame after his role in Tony Scott’s film Top Gun (1986), and since then, he has gained a reputation for acting in action-packed movies. However, there are a lot of great underrated movies that have flown under the audience’s radar,...

Prime Video’s Reacher has been a massive hit, with the latest season pulling in impressive viewership numbers. But for the equally impressive Alan Ritchson, who brings the towering ex-military investigator Jack Reacher to life, the real excitement comes when his character faces a true challenge on screen. While Reacher has always leaned into the character’s imposing physicality—faithfully adapting Lee Child’s vision of a near-unstoppable force with hands the size of Turkeys and abs that can't be penetrated by bullets—Ritchson argues that an invincible hero makes for dull storytelling. True, although a man whose muscles are so big from digging swimming pools is still hilarious.

Reacher star Alan Ritchson recalls "crushing" his lengthy audition and winning the lead role in the show, despite Amazon having promised it to someone else. Based on Lee Child's Jack Reacher novel series, the hit Prime Video adaptation premiered in 2022, following Ritchson as the titular former military police officer as he travels from town to town taking down criminals. Reacher recently returned for season 3, earning some of the show's most positive reviews yet with its adaptation of Child's Persuader novel, propelling Ritchson to yet new heights as a leading man.

In a recent video for Wired in which he answers questions suggested by Google's autocomplete search feature, Ritchson reveals that he wasn't actually the original choice to star in Reacher and that another actor had been promised the part. Though Ritchson doesn't reveal the name of the other actor in question, he explains that he was ultimately...

When it comes to thrilling shows online, only some manage to grab the full attention of the viewers. In this, adaptations hold a special place, given the huge popularity of Game of Thrones, which was based on the novels of author George R.R. Martin. The same was true for Reacher as well, which was based on Lee Child’s Jack Reacher books.

Presenting actor Alan Ritchson as the lead, the show quickly gained a huge fan following and broke several records on Prime Video when it premiered in 2022.

Alan Ritchson as Jack Reacher in Reacher | Credits: Prime Video

Since then, fans have been hooked on its amazing storylines and complex characters. Now, the show has broken yet another record and solidified its place as one of the most sought-after shows on a streaming platform.

Reacher Season 3 breaks Prime Video’s biggest streaming record

With its well-built characters and storylines, Reacher...

Throughout film history, filmmakers have resorted to a plethora of methods to balance an actor’s height in the context of the scene, whether utilizing some special tools or forced-perspective framing. Tom Cruise allegedly used shoe lifts for his work, a method Don Adams used during his stint on Get Smart, which starred Barbara Feldon, who was considerably taller than him.

Alan Ritchson in Reacher | Credit: Amazon Prime Video

Although one would assume Alan Ritchson wouldn’t need such treatment, given his stature, interestingly, the show does use certain tricks to display Reacher’s towering build.

Even Alan Ritchson had to undergo special tricks to achieve Reacher’s towering build

In Lee Child’s novels, Reacher towers almost everyone he encounters, and to emphasize this aspect of the character, the showrunners incorporated some subtle changes in some of Alan Ritchson‘s shots. From his visit to the thrift shop to the pawn shop,...

Smallville's Justice League comes back together for a new adventure in exciting DC art that imagines an older version of the team with armored superhero suits. Tom Welling's Clark Kent only became Superman in the final episode of the live-action DC TV show. However, he went on multiple missions with other heroes, such as Alan Ritchson's Aquaman, Justin Hartley's Green Arrow, and Serinda Swan's Zatanna, throughoutSmallville's ten seasons. Some of the show's heroes ended up becoming part of Smallville's prototype version of the Justice League, and they now return in new DC art.

On Instagram, @buffy2ville shared what Tom Welling's older Superman and Smallville's Justice League could look like today with armored, modern suits.

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The DC fan art sees Welling's Man of Steel wear the hero's iconic black suit. Superman...

Alan Ritchson tells the amusing story of how he scored a role onNew Girlas a man with a micro-penis. The Reacher star is as huge as can be right now, both in terms of physical bulk, and when it comes to his acting career. But there was a time before Ritchson was quite so big, when he was willing to take on just about any job, including a small part in a sitcom playing a man with an unfortunate condition.

Ritchson’s New Girl season 4 guest spot as Jess’s poorly-endowed paramour gave the future action hero a memorable early-ish role, and as it happens, the story behind how he got the role is itself memorable, as he recalled during a recent appearance. Ritchson begins his story by recounting the time he was trying his hand as a screenwriter and needed a nocturnal pick-me-up (via Wired):

Oh my god,...

If there are two things Jack Reacher is going to do, it's crush bad guys with his bare hands and drop extremely obscure references to middle infielders who once played for the New York Yankees ... and he's all out of bad guys to crush. "Reacher" season 3 has been busy living up to the hype as the best installment of the Prime Video series since the first, throwing Alan Ritchson's brawny title character and his newfound ally/love interest Susan Duffy on a collision course with some of the biggest bads in author Lee Childs' entire franchise. But as much as these episodes have been taking their cues from the best of the books, one particularly funny moment from the season 3 premiere has to do with Reacher's trademark personality quirk from the source material: an encyclopedic knowledge of random Major League Baseball players.

Reacher using the name of Rob Refsnyder...

The performer who appeared as Batman opposite Jason Bateman in the viral "Batman vs. Bateman" State Farm ad has been revealed. While DC fans initially speculated that the performer sounded like Will Arnett—who voiced the Caped Crusader in the Lego movies—makeup artist Eliza Mollie Till has revealed that the Dark Knight was played by Nicholas Hayner.

Till recently shared on Instagram several behind-the-scenes makeup tests for the State Farm ad. In the caption, Till wrote that the ad campaign was a "mighty production to work on & I'm beyond grateful I got to be involved. Head of Department [Dominie Till] entirely reimagined & designed FX Make Up & Hair for all the iconic DC characters that inhabit the [State Farm] City of Gotham." The makeup artist then revealed at the bottom of the caption that Batman was brought to life by Nicholas Hayner, a.k.a. Nick Filoiali'i, a stunt performer/actor whose...

Reacher has just bulldozed its way back onto Prime Video, and, according to the streamer, Season 3 has smashed the performance of its previous seasons to deliver the biggest debut of the series so far. As per Variety, the show’s latest outing has drawn a surge in viewership that eclipses the impressive debuts of Seasons 1 and 2 combined. For fans who’ve been tracking the series since its inception, it suggests that Alan Ritchson could get his wish of wanting to play Jack Reacher for a long time to come.

Reacher opened its Prime video account with a strong Season 1. Readers of Lee Child’s novels were already well aware of the imposing ex-military policeman whose tactics often blur the lines between justice and vigilantism, and the casting of Alan Ritchson in the lead role delivered everything that fans had hoped for. Season 1 stuck close to the first Reacher novel, Killing Floor,...

The recently released third season of Prime Video's hit series Reacher is drawing viewership proportional to the size of its protagonist. Based on the book series by Lee Child, Reacher follows the exploits of the hulking Jack Reacher, played in the show by Alan Ritchson. The third season set the record for the highest-ever viewership for a returning series on Prime Video, and emerged as the streamer's biggest show since the video game adaptation Fallout, which debuted last year. Reacher accrued nearly 55 million views in the first 19 days of its debut, and remained the number one show on Prime Video each day of the past week.

Fans of Prime Video’s Reacher are well accustomed to Jack Reacher’s colossal stature and Alan Ritchson's imposing on-screen presence. Yet the actor recently hinted that one moment in Season 3 might overshadow even his trademark fistfights and deadpan one-liners. Ritchson wants viewers to turn a particular scene—where he tries using a hilariously minuscule phone—into the internet’s next viral meme.

For those who have no idea what this means, then you need to check out Season 3 of Reacher on Prime Video to discover the root of this meme-worthy moment. Ritchson has been teasing moments from Season 3 as the new episodes begin to roll out, and one of those teases involved him using a “tiny phone,” which Ritchson claims makes him look like he is holding a child’s toy. The man-mountain explained to Upi:

"They mailed the phone to my house, way before I got...

Jason Momoa is best known for his role as Aquaman in the Dceu, but he first gained his shot at fame with Game of Thrones. The actor played the Dothraki emperor Khal Drogo and was paired up with Emilia Clarke’s Daenerys Targaryen. Momoa’s brief but memorable performance as the silent and brooding Khal impressed fans and critics alike.

Looking at Momoa, it is obvious that he is a strong man, who has severely bulked up since his short stint on Game of Thrones. However, co-creator and showrunner David Benioff reportedly took the foolish journey to discovering just how strong Momoa was by challenging him to not one but two tests of strength, thus severely injuring himself.

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Any sane person would...

Quick LinksWhat Is Predator's Mud Scene?Reacher Copies the Mud Scene

The following contains spoilers for Reacher Season 3, Episode 6, "Smoke on the Water," now streaming on Prime Video.

One major hallmark of Prime Video's Reacher is the titular character's ability to improvise, and Season 3 is no different. In this case, it's not just about adapting to fights; Alan Ritchson's Jack Reacher has to pivot to make Zachary Beck and Francis Xavier Quinn think he is part of their criminal empire.

Unfortunately, that undercover ruse has come to an end. Season 3, Episode 6, "Smoke on the Water," finds Reacher's cover blown and the numbers against him. As he goes on the run, however, he copies an iconic scene from a classic 1980s film. More specifically, Reacher homages the mud scene from Predator, which makes perfect sense given the hero's combat style and attitude.

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Based on the series of books by Lee Child, each season of Reacher thus far has been adapted from one of Child’s novels. As the show progresses, some have questioned whether the series will continue beyond its source material. While there are plenty of shows that stray beyond the books they’re adapted from, Reacher doesn’t need to be one of them. Sure, the series could continue past Child’s numerous novels if it chose to, but it certainly doesn’t need to.

Ever since Reacher premiered on Prime Video in February 2022, the series has become a massive hit for the streaming service. The show follows a former Army police officer named Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson), who now spends his days roaming the United States with nothing more than the clothes on his back and a toothbrush in his pocket. Along the way, he encounters various situations in...

On his way to becoming Hollywood's next action star, Alan Ritchson has signed a deal to star in an upcoming Netflix movie called War Machine. Not much is known about the film, except that it stars Ritchson alongside a notable group of action icons. However, the actor who shot to fame by starring in Amazon Prime Video's action series Reacher has come out to say that War Machine will be Netflix's "biggest movie ever." Talk about confidence.

Ritchson was featured in Wired's web series "Autocomplete Interview," where he answered the internet's most-searched questions about him. One of the most frequent questions is "What new movie is Alan Ritchson in?," and the actor used the opportunity to talk about his upcoming feature film War Machine:

"Got like nine coming out, dude, it's crazy. War Machine for Netflix. I think, and you heard it here first, probably gonna be the,...

For any low-paid thug or arrogant hot head that doesn't mind their manners, Alan Ritchson can look pretty scary and has done so for three seasons of "Reacher" so far (read our review of "Reacher" season 3 right here). What's surprising is that the tower of heroism that regularly thumps bad guys was pretty scared himself to take on the role. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly about his journey to tackling the hero, Ritchson revealed the pressure he felt when auditioning for the part and the legacy that came with it. By that point, author Lee Child's hero was still thriving on bookshelves but not so much in the efforts of adapting him to the screen. Tom Cruise, for all his star power, couldn't make Reacher the big-screen blockbuster franchise he was setting out to make (Childs has since agreed that Cruise wasn't the right choice), so anyone picking up the...

Quick LinksWho Does Alan Ritchson Play in Fast X?Will Aimes Return in Fast X: Part 2?

Fast Xfollows the Toretto family as they engage in their biggest and most personal mission yet, setting up the final act of the long-running Fast & Furious franchise. Things grow chaotic Jason Momoa's new villain, Dante Reyes, vows revenge on Dominic Toretto and his crew for the death of his father (the main antagonist of Fast Five). Separated from his crew and desperate to escape with his life, Dom battles with his newest adversary, only to lose in the end. The film is meant to serve as the first in a two-part finale to the Fast Saga, with an eleventh and final film, tentatively titled Fast X: Part 2 set to hit theaters sometime in 2026.

During the long wait for Fast and Furious 11, several of the film's stars have moved on to other projects,...

Quick LinksReacher Season 3 Kills Off Major PowellReacher Season 3 Unleashes a Furious QuinnReacher Season 3's Romance Could Complicate MattersReacher Season 3 Has One Ace in the Hole

The following contains spoilers for Reacher Season 3, Episode 6, "Smoke on the Water," now streaming on Prime Video.

Reacher Season 3 is all about consequences, and Alan Ritchson's Jack Reacher is constantly reminded of this after infiltrating a criminal ring in Maine. No matter what, there are casualties left in their wake, as Reacher tries to expose gun-runners.

It's getting more personal by the second, as Reacher wants to personally bring down the boss, Francis Xavier Quinn. However, Reacher keeps making mistakes, effectively leaving bodies and breadcrumbs behind. Season 3, Episode 6, "Smoke on the Water," finds Reacher finally getting exposed after a big blunder. In the process, a crucial character dies, leaving Reacher desperate to claw out results and a sense of redemption.

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Exclusive: Strange Darling actress Willa Fitzgerald is joining Paramount Pictures’ feature adaptation of the Colleen Hoover 2019 novel Regretting You.

The Fault in Our Stars’ Josh Boone is helming and wrote the latest draft off Susan McMartin’s version (After). This movie hits theaters on October 24.

In Regretting You, a shocking car wreck takes the lives of two family members, unlocking a series of secrets, lies and regrets. The people left behind can’t move forward without looking at the past. The movie explores what’s left behind after a tragedy, the messiness and grief but also the beauty of life and love.

Fitzgerald joins a booming cast that includes Allison Williams, Dave Franco, Mckenna Grace, and Mason Thames (Black Phone).

Robert Kulzer is producing for Constantin Film alongside Brunson Green of Harbinger Pictures,...

The hit streaming action series "Reacher" is big for Prime Video in every way. The show, which is based on the Jack Reacher books by author Lee Child, follows absolute mountain of a man Jack Reacher (Alan Ritchson) as he travels around doing good deeds and beating the ever-loving heck out of bad people. Not only is Ritchson a huge guy with a massive following, but season 3 also features the show's biggest and best villain yet in the form of the absolutely gargantuan Paulie (Olivier Richters). It turns out that these big guys and their even bigger battles with one another have led to big bucks for Prime Video, as the streamer reports that season 3 has become the most-watched returning series ever on its platform.

According to The Wrap, more people have tuned in for the first few weeks of "Reacher" season 3 than any other series on Prime Video, making...

Prime Video subscribers can't get enough of Alan Ritchson's Jack Reacher. Amazon has just revealed that Season 3 of Reacher debuted to its largest audience yet.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, Reacher Season 3 brought in 54.6 million viewers worldwide in the 19 days after its Feb. 20 premiere, according to internal figures from Amazon. This is reportedly a slight uptick from Season 2 over the same amount of time, meaning that Reacher Season 3 is now the biggest returning series in Prime Video's history. With nine months left in 2025, it remains to be seen if Reacher Season 3 will rank as the #1 title on the streamer across all movies and series worldwide for the year, a title that Season 2 received for 2023.

Reacher is based on the Jack Reacher book series by Lee Child, which was first adapted as a film duology by Paramount Pictures with Tom Cruise as the eponymous drifter. After plans for a third film fell apart,...