The Terminal List

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Season 1
Season #: 2, 1
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 115 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 92 out of 115
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 115
  3. Negative: 15 out of 115

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  1. Oobie51129
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    The lens by which critics view this series…

    White Male lead: -20
    Protagonist is unapologetically Christian: -10
    No woke virtue preaching: -20
    Doesn’t trash the U.S.: -20
    Pro U.S. Military: -20
    Something Americans will actually watch: -10

    Spoiled delusional elitist critic rating: 0
  2. GI_Biochip
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    I enjoyed this, a good revenge and justice story, and I thought it was great not seeing Chris Pratt in a comedy role.
  3. MortalClayman
    Jul 3, 2022
    9
    A great and diverse cast. Some truly terrific scenes from Christ Pratt. A really fun show and easy to recommend. And great pacing. They really find a good balance between thriller and conspiracy. I find a lot of shows/movies lean far to heavy into one or the other and you either get action with no substance or a drama that’s too slow. Kudos to the cast and crew.
  4. Sincityknight
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Good pacing, had heart and solid action. Good show. Hope for more seasons following the books.
  5. dmdcsm
    Jul 13, 2022
    8
    Overall it’s an enjoyable special forces ride and Chris Pratt is believable as an operator. The show does a 180 turn in episode 3 and I’d have rather been guessing if he was actually losing his grip on reality a little longer. However, I agree with other user reviews that the critics panned the series more for what it represents than the actual show. If you enjoyed Black Hawk down andOverall it’s an enjoyable special forces ride and Chris Pratt is believable as an operator. The show does a 180 turn in episode 3 and I’d have rather been guessing if he was actually losing his grip on reality a little longer. However, I agree with other user reviews that the critics panned the series more for what it represents than the actual show. If you enjoyed Black Hawk down and Reacher (the series) then you’ll find a lot to like.… Expand
  6. Ahlgren
    Jul 6, 2022
    8
    One off the best shows this year.
    A good skript and dialog.
    It took me 2 days to finish watching this show...
  7. Zane01
    Jul 7, 2022
    9
    Superb action and an intense performance by Pratt facilitate a great watch. A little formulaic and derivative in places it still gets you in a virtual army headlock forcing you to watch what happens next.
  8. chikiponmex
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    Powerful great thriller series
    Wow this beat my expectations as I a am a fan of the books and was not sure how this was going to be. It is really good - Pratt does an excellent job with the PTS and showing by his features and face the internal turmoil of loss and trauma. Production values are solid and the story is well paced and each episode makes me want more. Plus I buy into the whole    Powerful great thriller series
    Wow this beat my expectations as I a am a fan of the books and was not sure how this was going to be. It is really good - Pratt does an excellent job with the PTS and showing by his features and face the internal turmoil of loss and trauma. Production values are solid and the story is well paced and each episode makes me want more. Plus I buy into the whole premise of people needing to pay a price. This thriller is not for the faint of heart I highly recommend it. And for the book series the audible version is also excellent. I listen to it on long runs or hikes.
    Watched it a second time with my son who also enjoyed it and was reading the book at the same time - big thumbs up for us and episodes 4 and 5 were stand outs for different reasons and the whole progression of action to psychological thriller to conspiracy thriller to a time of reckoning works really well.    … Expand
  9. SoManySaltySJW2
    Sep 30, 2022
    10
    WOW! We need more series like this! Awesome production value, cinematography, acting, writing, dialogue, and action sequences. I can't see any weak aspects, but I gave it a 9 just to be restrained. Could very easily been a 10! Maybe an actual specops person would be more critical, but that's not me. Loved every second of it! Sad it ever had to end!
  10. blufnx
    Sep 24, 2022
    7
    Poor Chris Pratt. I don’t think there is anyway he could make the critics happy. But I hope he knows he still made a crowd pleaser. Don’t worry about the critics Chris!
  11. Mcgreen_21
    Sep 23, 2022
    10
    What happens when those in power charged with protecting you betray you. Some what of a complicated story line but entertaining.
  12. Yugakhan
    Jul 5, 2022
    8
    Chris carries this show on his back and dose a great job doing it. the show is a classic revenge with some fresh takes on an old formula. Max Payne meets the Punisher
  13. OutlawTX
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
    One of the best tv series I’ve seen in years. I couldn’t stop hitting “next episode” and ended up watching it all in a day.
  14. bignoisedoyle
    Aug 10, 2022
    9
    Old school action, grit and masculinity that we lack these days. Most audience will like it, shill liberal critics won't. Great character depth, solid action and no shoe horning current media thing/ politics and narratives down your throat. More of this please!
  15. HamishIII
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Wow - each episode gets better this is not for the faint of heart as it’s an r-rated revenge thriller. Pratt rocks the PTS and stare of trauma and war and seriously pulls it off this is no P&R or Guardians role. He plays the warrior well and the supporting cast is perfect / the production values are excellent and episode 5 is a stand out for some pay offs and some scenes that rival those in Heat. Again this is no PG effort - for fans of thrillers from Tom Clancy to Brad Thor / Carr’s James Reece stands up for the modern day warrior. And I really like that there is no The Message in this / just good old fashioned storytelling characterization and twists. And remember to follow the money and go to the source. Take that into what is happening now. Do your own homework. And La Familia is everything.… Expand
  16. LegionMatt
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    Another great series on Amazon Prime, different than Reacher, but just as enjoyable.
  17. cmhh
    Jul 2, 2022
    9
    Critics must be watching a different series. The use of the Dylan track in episode 4 alone was amazing.
  18. R_1974
    Jul 10, 2022
    10
    Die Serie ist Schweinegeil. Kann nicht verstehen wieso die "Fachpresse" sie zerreisst....komisch. Egal ,Top Serie, bitte mehr davon.
  19. mrlegend
    Jul 4, 2022
    9
    Great TV show!!! the Critics who reviewed the show (especially on rotten tomatoes) clearly just hate Pratt for no reason. The show has great plot twists and had me wanting to immediately watch the next episode. First 30 min of first ep wasn't the best (a bit slow) but after that, the show is great.
  20. Mike1942
    Jul 6, 2022
    10
    Great show, leaves you enough clues to guess what's going to happen next. Kids can watch it too.
  21. truerock
    Jul 11, 2022
    7
    An action-military-revenge series with what I would call a fairly predictable plot. Lots of guns, explosions, car chases, etc.

    In my opinion, acting, writing, directing, casting, etc comes together in a fairly exciting and immersive entertainment experience - assuming you enjoy this type of genre.
  22. lukehimself
    Jul 15, 2022
    10
    I wrote a detailed review of this show, just a few days after release.. Somehow, it disappeared..
    I can't believe after spending that much time writing something, it just vanishes.
    This was an amazing show, I believe this is my favorite performance from Chris Pratt, it was very realistic, if any CGI was used it was unnoticeable, which is how it's supposed to be. A show like this is just    I wrote a detailed review of this show, just a few days after release.. Somehow, it disappeared..
    I can't believe after spending that much time writing something, it just vanishes.
    This was an amazing show, I believe this is my favorite performance from Chris Pratt, it was very realistic, if any CGI was used it was unnoticeable, which is how it's supposed to be.
    A show like this is just refreshing, twists in the right places, turns in the right places.
    I'm not going to spend 15 minutes attempting to recall everything I previously posted, but this is what I could quickly remember!    … Expand
  23. bjmetacritic
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    I used to think Chris Pratt was overrated, but he really surprised me with this excellent performance. Writing, directing, and acting were all pretty solid. The only complaint I have is that pacing was a bit off here and there. Overall, a great show.
  24. rodrguinho_mend
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    Ótimo filme sem o politicamente correto que deixa de lado a obra e só pensa em lacra
  25. Jolly_zombie
    Jul 6, 2022
    9
    Smart, action packed thriller. The first episode was so intense that I was completely exhausted by the end. They did a great job leaving us with enough ambiguity that we’re not certain whether there is a conspiracy or if the main character is just suffering from a traumatic brain injury . You are also left with a lot of compassion for both our servicemen and for the members of the pressSmart, action packed thriller. The first episode was so intense that I was completely exhausted by the end. They did a great job leaving us with enough ambiguity that we’re not certain whether there is a conspiracy or if the main character is just suffering from a traumatic brain injury . You are also left with a lot of compassion for both our servicemen and for the members of the press that both want the best for their country.… Expand
  26. WatchinMovies
    Jul 9, 2022
    8
    This is a good show. It is violent but the show has an excellent plot and is carried out well within the number of episodes it has. It isn't rushed nor is it slow but is well paced. Kudos for a riveting and honest show.
  27. Nobilis1984
    Jul 2, 2022
    4
    Primitive series with two bad main actress. It's even worse than Jack Reacher.
  28. MOVIECRITICTY
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    Do not listen nor pay attention to ANY of the critics reviews. Mark my words, this is an fantastic and 5* performance for Pratt. Anyone marking this under an 8 deserves to be removed from any review site.
  29. DOHmetacritic10
    Jul 15, 2022
    9
    Everything you want from a series like this. Action, suspense, conspiracy, betrayal, and heart. Also, the most complex and accurate portrayal of SEALs ever. Pratt demonstrates more range with each role and hear he is excellent. We know why some people gave this show bad reviews. Which is just one more reason to watch and enjoy it. The Terminal List is what you want.
  30. PragnorVorn
    Jul 7, 2022
    10
    I love this show, it's not woke and it wasn't woke, it also wasn't woke, and while we talk about wokeness... it wasn't woke. Finally and most importantly it's not woke and has not woke talking points. :D
  31. Jefedemuchanina
    Jul 4, 2022
    8
    The fact that media reviews are bad and the all of 3 bad user reviews are crying about it being a right-wing fantasy should tell you everything you need to know about the series.
  32. FelicityFenwick
    Aug 8, 2022
    10
    Had me on the edge of my seat. So damned good. I love that this site has a "mixed" review category - calling this "rotten" on that other site is just stupid.
  33. Aradd
    Jul 28, 2022
    10
    Excellent. Top-notch. Highly recommended. Sorry it had to end. Hope there’s a season two.
  34. NotAGoonDick
    Jul 1, 2022
    5
    I could have predicted the exact kind of user reviews this thing would have gotten from a mile away and sure enough, some smug **** has already beat me to the punch by proving that exact point. Regardless of the quality of the show itself, it's always the same neckbeard self-proclaimed "libertarian" asshat who has a grandpa fetish that thinks just because a show gets called out forI could have predicted the exact kind of user reviews this thing would have gotten from a mile away and sure enough, some smug **** has already beat me to the punch by proving that exact point. Regardless of the quality of the show itself, it's always the same neckbeard self-proclaimed "libertarian" asshat who has a grandpa fetish that thinks just because a show gets called out for pandering to the sort of guy that worships the military even though they themselves wouldn't make it a week in BootCamp who insists the critics have some "anti-conservative" agenda and can't accept that their Blue Lives Matter adjacent show is nothing more than HOO-RAH propaganda and not much more. Read some Tom Clancy books or something if you want authentic military storytelling and stop giving Chris Pratt's generic ass attention. This is blatant war propaganda and how every insecure dude fancies seeing themselves in whatever **** made-up scenario they daydream in their head and not much else.… Expand
  35. OlivierPiel
    Jul 15, 2022
    7
    Very solid intrigue and very well paced despite what those bad-faith, biased, woketards of "professional" critics opine. A above-par entertainment.
  36. dave89791
    Sep 18, 2022
    2
    omg - terrible - I hope the books are better because my father likes them
    I only continued to watch this since my wife insisted
  37. CaseyJones
    Jul 18, 2022
    10
    Such a good show. I honestly haven't seen a show this good in a long time. These fake critics who are paid for activists have truly played their cards and shown they don't actually care about giving honest critiques. A condemnation from critics is always a recommendation for viewers.
  38. thenakedmole
    Jul 5, 2022
    6
    I am half way in and honestly I wish it followed the book more. They changed a ton of stuff from the beginning of the book and made it much worse. It definitely has some badass action but I do feel the story would have worked better as a movie then 8 hour series.
    This is my opinion from being a pretty big fan of the book.
  39. Drael6464
    Aug 21, 2022
    8
    Absolutely solid action thriller. If you like this type of story content, you'll binge it.
  40. monthofsundaes
    Jul 9, 2022
    6
    I cannot believe the public response to this. It does not have the wit of Reacher or the writing/acting chops of The Old Man, but boasts the same kind of scores. Must be something in the water. It is decidedly average in every respect. It is serviceable entertainment, if slightly slow. But if you have a broad range of content at your disposal, you will almost certainly have somethingI cannot believe the public response to this. It does not have the wit of Reacher or the writing/acting chops of The Old Man, but boasts the same kind of scores. Must be something in the water. It is decidedly average in every respect. It is serviceable entertainment, if slightly slow. But if you have a broad range of content at your disposal, you will almost certainly have something better to watch any night of the week. And why RottenTomatoes has stopped the vote at 94% is puzzling.… Expand
  41. MetacriticOnur
    Jul 22, 2022
    6
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  42. moth3
    Sep 26, 2022
    0
    This show is conservative propaganda/kill the bad guys/ us against them; covering every reason why America is mocked. It ranking so high on the user's list just shows me how little I can trust the tasteless bros who takeover the reviewing over here. What a waste of time and a complete embarassment for Amazon video.
  43. foxbrasuka
    Jul 2, 2022
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito bom a série a série e investigação e policial acredito que seja uma série top para todo mundo que adora investigação… Expand
  44. danielago
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    LOVE IT! Waiting for the second season !!
    and is so good to not have woke virtue preaching!
  45. Clutcher
    Oct 3, 2022
    10
    Unrelenting from start to finish
    This show is easily one of the best shows I've ever personally had the opportunity to watch. I saw a preview about a week prior to the release and a few buddies and I just happened to be drinking and browsing for something to watch when this was dropped a few hours ahead of schedule. I COULD NOT stop watching this... every episode was like a mini movie,    Unrelenting from start to finish
    This show is easily one of the best shows I've ever personally had the opportunity to watch. I saw a preview about a week prior to the release and a few buddies and I just happened to be drinking and browsing for something to watch when this was dropped a few hours ahead of schedule. I COULD NOT stop watching this... every episode was like a mini movie, and the story could not have been more perfectly written. Chris Pratt deserves Emmy after Emmy for this... he brought to life the character and the authenticity that was observed was undeniable. Congrats on a true masterpiece and shame on any of these completely biased and so called "critics" who gave this review anything but stellar marks. This show is nothing short of incredible in ever way.    … Expand
  46. kevinCHON
    Dec 16, 2022
    10
    as much action/political thriller as it is psychological i think this was a great show
  47. Padiddy
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    The so called critics hate it of course because it is not based around a strong diverse female character fighting patriarchy. Thank god!!! No whacky woke bs here -just top tier action!
    People who want to be entertained the good old school way will love it.
    It is hard action, solid acting and directing. No intelectual masterpiece but it is not supposed to be one. It is supposed to do what    The so called critics hate it of course because it is not based around a strong diverse female character fighting patriarchy. Thank god!!! No whacky woke bs here -just top tier action!
    People who want to be entertained the good old school way will love it.
    It is hard action, solid acting and directing. No intelectual masterpiece but it is not supposed to be one. It is supposed to do what movies and series used to be good at - ENTERTAIN US!
    Have fun with it!    … Expand
  48. maxmadmax
    Sep 4, 2022
    10
    Great production, great story, thrilling, keeps you at the edge of your seat. I wish Amazon would focus on stuff like this.
  49. chuck_Vindaloo
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    Good show. Very entertaining. First two or three episodes with a mind bender. I was hooked on it. Satisfying ending.

Awards & Rankings

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#14 Most Discussed TV Season of 2022

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Metascore
40

Mixed or average reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 25
  3. Negative: 13 out of 25
  1. Movie Nation
    Reviewed by: Roger Moore
    Jul 3, 2022
    38
    As for the plot, there’s no “sizzle until it fizzles” because the story never really gets off the ground, never gets up and running.
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  2. Newsday
    Reviewed by: Robert Levin
    Jul 1, 2022
    75
    Fans of quality action and thriller storytelling will have a good time with "The Terminal List," even if they'll probably be able to predict exactly where it's going.
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  3. Decider
    Reviewed by: Joel Keller
    Jul 1, 2022
    30
    The personality of The Terminal List can best be described as “grim,” as are the performances of Pratt and the rest of the cast. Life right now is pretty grim as it is; we don’t need this much monotonous darkness in our entertainment, too.
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