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John Krasinski Brings Jack Ryan Back in Exciting New Film

Oct 30, 2024 7:44 PM

Amazon has officially announced the development of a Jack Ryan feature film, bringing back John Krasinski as the titular character. The movie also sees Wendell Pierce reprising his role as James Greer, along with Michael Kelly in negotiations for his part. Directed by Andrew Bernstein and featuring a script by Aaron Rabin, both familiar from the successful Jack Ryan TV series, the film is described as an extension of the show. While Amazon has not disclosed whether it will be released theatrically or directly to Prime Video, they emphasize this project as a pivotal evolution in the "Ryanverse." The announcement comes on the heels of the series’ popularity, boasting significant streaming numbers and ranking among Prime Video's highest-viewed series. Fans, initially believing the series had concluded after its fourth season, are surprised yet excited about this continuation.

When is the new Jack Ryan movie being released?

Currently, there is no official release date for the new Jack Ryan movie, but Amazon is actively developing the project.

The Jack Ryan franchise, based on Tom Clancy's novels, first gained traction in the late 1980s with film adaptations starring actors like Alec Baldwin and Harrison Ford. Krasinski's portrayal in the Amazon series has become particularly popular, showcasing a modern take on the CIA operative's adventures and highlighting significant geopolitical themes, thrilling both new audiences and long-time fans of Clancy's work.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-10-30 21:54:03
Sweet I love how they're expanding the Ryanverse; it's exciting to see John Krasinski back in action. It's a smart move to capitalize on the show's success, and I'm curious to see how they handle the shift from small screen to big screen
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-10-30 21:48:04
It's exciting to see the Jack Ryan universe expand, especially with John Krasinski back in the lead role—his portrayal really brought a fresh vibe to the character. I love how franchises are evolving into these interconnected worlds, and it’ll be interesting to see if they stick to the streaming service or take the theatrical route for this one
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-10-30 21:36:03
It's awesome to see the Jack Ryan franchise getting a cinematic boost, especially with John Krasinski back in the lead—he really brought a fresh vibe to the character. With the show's success, this film feels like a natural evolution, and I'm curious to see how they expand that universe
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