Tom Clancy's Jack Ryan

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Season 1
Season #: 4, 3, 2, 1
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6.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 160 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 23 out of 160
  3. Negative: 33 out of 160
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  1. Sisyphus
    Sep 2, 2018
    7
    Here’s how it went down probably. No, most certainly.
    Showrunners pitching their “spy thriller” to Amazon.
    Amazon Executives, “Pfft Mr.Cuse we are familiar with your illustrious resume which includes writing for movies such as Rampage and Prestige TV Dramas like ‘The Strain’ but what you have here, I mean – Nuclear weapons, Chemical weapons, Bio weapons, we have all seen it. The show    Here’s how it went down probably. No, most certainly.
    Showrunners pitching their “spy thriller” to Amazon.
    Amazon Executives, “Pfft Mr.Cuse we are familiar with your illustrious resume which includes writing for movies such as Rampage and Prestige TV Dramas like ‘The Strain’ but what you have here, I mean – Nuclear weapons, Chemical weapons, Bio weapons, we have all seen it. The show “24” dedicated a season each to them, the initial ones not the crap that came after. ‘Homeland’ did it. What exactly is different about this “show” of yours”.
    Showrunners look at one another, knowing glances are shared and then one voice (a talentless hack named Carlton Cuse) breaks the silence, “But have you seen a show where the bad guy uses all three in eight episodes”.
    There is a stunned silence in the room. Amazon execs wonder who are these intrepid creators claiming to do what has never been done before. Long pause.
    One young Amazon studio exec finally asks the big question, “That is admittedly brilliant but why will people care even if you have a show like that”
    Carlton Cuse drops the following line, it feels like a bomb went off, he says, “One word, ‘Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan'”.
    Amazon execs stare at them in awe. Ten minutes later the Showrunners walk out with a piggy bank filled with 100 million dollars to create this masterpiece.
    Scene.
    FU AMAZON STUDIOS !!
    My takeaway after watching “Jack Ryan” was, 1) Amazon has Sh&# ton of money 2) Did no one realized after “The Office” ended that John Krasinski had a future on screen?
    Let’s just talk about the show. It is evident lot of money was thrown at it, what you see isn’t in the same league as say early 24, Homeland’s first two seasons or ‘The Americans’.If you were to strip this show of Tom Clancy’s name – I doubt even the charismatic lead could have carried it.
    John Krasinski is not an acting powerhouse but he’s very watchable and I honestly believe he could not have landed a role which was even more tailor made for him. He is a great pick. There is decent work by Wendell Pierce.
    The bad guy…there is screen time devoted to his past in the name of giving him motivation but, I didn’t buy it.
    There’s no effort to shoot action sequences in an interesting way, matter of fact they are poorly edited, you can’t always tell what’s going on. Way more talent was needed behind the screen. Writing is mostly serviceable and plain bad at times. It is not what someone might refer to as a ‘taut’ script.
    MY MASSIVE GRIPE IS ALSO THIS – The trailer ruined so much. Who made it? Did an algorithm design it with the objective of getting someone to pay for prime? I’m really not sure how the Retail and Studio business correlate. The trailer gives away something that would happen towards the latter half of the season. Bad guys and the good guys are after the same person(s), they do manage to build some tension, things might go wrong, you don’t know how it’s going to play out, and hmm…you do actually BECAUSE THE TRAILER REVEALED IT!
    I’m a sucker for such shows so I did binge watch it. I’m not a pro critic I don’t have to rate it strictly on merit, the one question I asked myself after it ended was, “Did it entertain me”, miraculously i found myself nodding and whispering, "Yes, it did". If you like the spy genre and can suspend disbelief then you’ll probably be satisfied with this 100 million dollar mess. Amazon does have another spy drama on its roaster, one not getting too much hype. It’s called ‘Patriot’ – that one I highly recommend. This version of 'Jack Ryan' is only for genre fans.    … Expand
  2. eberman123
    Sep 11, 2018
    8
    This is a solid production. The acting ( John Krasinsk is great), story and direction are terrific. If love this genre, you will enjoy this show, Recommended.
  3. Shekky
    Sep 5, 2018
    8
    Some episodes can seem to drag on but the overall feel is very similar to the movies portraying the same character utimately the show is quite interesting and I like these kinds of shows.
  4. shoulderoforion
    Sep 3, 2018
    7
    Jack Ryan was a solid 7 and i'd have given it a 7.5 if MC let me. Turned out much much better than I thought it would, or appeared to be from the trailer. It's in the same style as Black Hawk Down with some side/back story drama mashed in for color. It's by the numbers, but a good solid Labor Day Weekend binge watch all the same. I would definitely watch a season 2 if they make it.
  5. Mdp6725
    Sep 2, 2018
    10
    I really liked this version of Jack Ryan but unfortunately the Liberals are going to hate it because it may hurt someone's feelings. Great writing with big budget scenes that leave the viewer wanting more, I can't wait for season 2!
  6. LeahMaines
    Sep 3, 2018
    9
    This fast-paced show kept me engaged during all the episodes. The acting was good. The writers did an excellent job of bringing Tom Clancy’s beloved character to the small screen. While there was nothing shocking or unexpected, it was still very entertaining. I eagerly await the next season.
  7. RichardSayre
    Sep 9, 2018
    9
    The first season of Amazon's JACK RYAN is a perfectly paced, smash-mouth love affair with all things that made Tom Clancy a household name. John Krasinski gives us the best Jack yet and the good characters certainly don't stop there. The story is fresh and relevant, and with a second season already on the way, I can confidently say JACK RYAN is one of the best shows of 2018.
  8. Shalom200
    Sep 1, 2018
    10
    Still, Amazon's Jack Ryan succeeds by spinning a suspenseful, big budget adventure around terrorism around the blandness hero in the business.
  9. Shalom
    Sep 1, 2018
    10
    Another solid installment of a classic action franchise. When CIA analyst Jack Ryan stumbles across a suspicious line of bank transfers, the search retrieves him from the office worker's security and fires him into a fatal cat music game across Europe and the Middle East while an escalating terrorist leader prepares a massive attack on the United States and its allies.
  10. Sawlyn
    Aug 31, 2018
    8
    ---- Review in Portuguese, coming soon in English. ----
    Se as outras adaptações de Jack Ryan não conseguiram vender o que queriam, a versão de Krasinski do personagem faz de forma convincente de que é seu cérebro, não suas habilidades de combate, que o diferenciam como um herói.
    Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, é ainda mais impactante por sua contenção e alcance, oferecendo um excelente drama    ---- Review in Portuguese, coming soon in English. ----
    Se as outras adaptações de Jack Ryan não conseguiram vender o que queriam, a versão de Krasinski do personagem faz de forma convincente de que é seu cérebro, não suas habilidades de combate, que o diferenciam como um herói.
    Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan, é ainda mais impactante por sua contenção e alcance, oferecendo um excelente drama baseado em personagens que estão relacionado a muito mais do que apenas o seu homônimo. Como por exemplo, ao retratar o dilema de uma mulher síria que enfrenta crises pessoais e políticas, ou do dele, ao enfrenta os demônios do passado, ou mesmo quando seu código moral é testado.
    Mas, como não é perfeita, essa serie tem alguns pontos que achei desnecessários estarem presentes ou que pode incomodar algumas pessoas. Como exemplo, a nudez, que foi completamente injustificada e desnecessária, eu entendo que Hollywood é obcecada em transformar pessoas atraentes em objetos para serem olhadas, mas honestamente, se você quer nudez, você sabe onde procurar. Assim como as pessoas em volta dos personagens principais as vezes parecerem desprovidos de sensatez ou perspicácia. Ou ao que se tratar do Islã, que será com certeza um dos pontos de discursão por causa da neutralidade da série ao abordá-lo, com certeza umas pessoas vão querer critica-lo, outras defende-lo.
    Temos que lembrar que isso é base do que está por vir, alguns podem até achar que a história pode ser considerada genérica ou que ela peca em alguns pontos, mas quem conhece a obra, é uma adaptação muito bem-feita, emocionante e energético, com pontos a melhorar, mas, com uma possibilidade de excelência real no futuro.
    Parece permanecer fiel ao personagem com mudanças para atualizar os tempos de quando Clancy o escreveu. A política espelha o presente e não ao tempo da Guerra Fria, onde o original estava situado. Então não espere que isso corresponda ao melhor de Clancy. Tenho certeza que Ryan não era um gênio financeiro originalmente, mas se encaixa dada a situação atual. O senso de propósito antagonistas parecem críveis, mas acho que podem fazer melhor aqui. Greer é um pouco diferente, mais nervoso e aparentemente um pouco mais rebelde.
    Mas no fim, acho entregaram o que os fãs da obra querem, uma história com uma forte narrativa, repleto de personagens bem desenhados e batidas de ação que estão perto da qualidade dos grandes sucessos da grande tela.
    A série pode pecar um pouco ao tentar atrair novos fãs do personagem, e causar estranhes aos velhos fãs ao ser trazida para os tempos modernos, mas se encaixa bem ao nosso tempo, ou mesmo parece destinado ao nosso tempo, onde coisas ambíguas parecem inequívocas, onde ser corruptível, mesmo que um pouco, passou ser o certo, e que preço das nossas ações não é pesado demais se as consequências forem para outrem...
    Krasinski é o rosto de Jack Ryan, e apesar de tudo, foi um prazer assistir.
    Até a próxima temporada.
    Saulo    … Expand
  11. Guardsman117
    Sep 2, 2018
    7
    Though there is an action set piece in every episode to elevate the show, its the performances by the main cast which shine a light upon this show. Jon Krasinski is going to be a tour-de-force if more projects like this come more for him and he rightfully deserves it as he carries quite weight with a steep history from all previous Jack Ryan incarnations. towhich he does not disappoint.Though there is an action set piece in every episode to elevate the show, its the performances by the main cast which shine a light upon this show. Jon Krasinski is going to be a tour-de-force if more projects like this come more for him and he rightfully deserves it as he carries quite weight with a steep history from all previous Jack Ryan incarnations. towhich he does not disappoint. The supporting cast bring extra weight to the show with its main anTAGONIST and support in the CIA by various actors. The one weakness I feel is that maybe the show could of shaved an episode to compact the story a little bit. Other then that this deserves a 7.5/10. Hopefully with what they learned in their freshman season, can take more effect in its sophmore next year… Expand
  12. Dragonloup
    Sep 2, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I must admit i have been pleasantly surprised by the serie . Krasinsky is beleivable in the role, Pierce steal the attention every time he shows up but he is a bit too similar to his role of Zane in suit . Cornished deserved a better character development. She had massive potential but despite a predictable plot and a few "stupid" plot holes (spoiler : being under CA protective custody and having access to internet , or entering the country while your face is on tv 24h/7 as ennemy number 1, ...o-0 ) i really appreciated that they did the effort to "humanise " the bad guys (drones pilots//terrorists) . Apply the same traumas and you can relate to their motivations or at least understand where they are coming from . Obviously as it s an american show there is a bit of propaganda to over look (we are the best and blah bla blah) but over all it was an enjoyable experience. Easy watch… Expand
  13. SchroederRock
    Nov 4, 2018
    8
    Engaging, thrilling, and excellent pacing - all perfect adjectives for Jack Ryan in its first season. Instead of being a super spy thriller from the get-go, Jack Ryan picks up from the moments just before character's transition from boring analyst to gifted spy which makes for a nice character development opportunity. I love the casting choices across the board and the rest of the showEngaging, thrilling, and excellent pacing - all perfect adjectives for Jack Ryan in its first season. Instead of being a super spy thriller from the get-go, Jack Ryan picks up from the moments just before character's transition from boring analyst to gifted spy which makes for a nice character development opportunity. I love the casting choices across the board and the rest of the show falls into place nicely from a writing and filming standpoint. I don't know why anyone wouldn't enjoy the show unless they aren't into the espionage genre and turmoil in the middle east. Otherwise, Jack Ryan quickly grabbed me and made me believe Amazon had a meaningful series that has the ability to reload with each season as if the seasons were books themselves. Some may not prefer that but it will allow a fresh take with each season and not try to generate cliffhangers (which sometimes are cheap and artificial feeling depending on how talented the writers are and how much a crew is forcing another season on its audience). Much love for Jack Ryan and I think it has a chance to be even better in its second season. I just wish they had a few more episodes to offer but if a tighter 10-episode season is what it takes to deliver quality with this series, so-be-it.… Expand
  14. norse
    Nov 2, 2018
    9
    Amazingly good. The characters are detailled, the story interesting and the series is tightly plotted. I didn't expect to like it yet ended up binging it on a long weekend. Good job Amazon, great OC!
  15. AthanasiosT
    Sep 17, 2018
    9
    What I liked best about this show is that even though it'a all about islamic terrorism, it displays pretty well, the circumstances that lead to these confrontations. Of course it's mainly about CIA and US but still the "other guys" aren't always depicted as psychotic. Some very nice scenes from France, Turkey and other countries, show a good production, while acting and directing areWhat I liked best about this show is that even though it'a all about islamic terrorism, it displays pretty well, the circumstances that lead to these confrontations. Of course it's mainly about CIA and US but still the "other guys" aren't always depicted as psychotic. Some very nice scenes from France, Turkey and other countries, show a good production, while acting and directing are pretty good too. Solid good and a 9 for me.… Expand
  16. lager96
    Oct 1, 2018
    7
    I enjoyed Jack Ryan: Season 1 from beginning to end. The pilot episode is excellent and holds your attention for the entire runtime. Unfortunately, the episodes after that can never quite match it. That's not to say they are bad, they just aren't as captivating at the first. The story is a basic one but it's written well enough to keep you interested in what will happen next. The acting isI enjoyed Jack Ryan: Season 1 from beginning to end. The pilot episode is excellent and holds your attention for the entire runtime. Unfortunately, the episodes after that can never quite match it. That's not to say they are bad, they just aren't as captivating at the first. The story is a basic one but it's written well enough to keep you interested in what will happen next. The acting is great as well and John Krasinski is perfect as Jack Ryan. There is one side arc that seems rather useless in the long run and takes up some unnecessary amount of time because of that. It doesn't ruin the show but I do remember thinking "What was the point of that character?" Overall, this season is a good starting off point to a better season two and beyond.… Expand
  17. Acrofilo
    Sep 17, 2018
    9
    The bad reviews are really unfair and even stupid. One of them even says "all the Muslim males are terrorists" Did you even watch the series? Jack Ryan's boss is one of the good guys and he's a f*cking MUSLIM!
    The series is good, extremely bingeable and truly entertaining. It is well paced, interesting and balanced (you actually get to see some of the story behind the "bad guys"). It is    The bad reviews are really unfair and even stupid. One of them even says "all the Muslim males are terrorists" Did you even watch the series? Jack Ryan's boss is one of the good guys and he's a f*cking MUSLIM!
    The series is good, extremely bingeable and truly entertaining. It is well paced, interesting and balanced (you actually get to see some of the story behind the "bad guys"). It is well produced and it keeps you entertained, it may not be game changing, but what more do you need for the weekend?    … Expand
  18. superfields
    Oct 21, 2018
    10
    Pretty much a perfect show in every way! Smart, gritty, unpredictable. Story telling is first class, as are the actors. Takes you inside the world of the CIA in a compelling way.
  19. TheLee
    Oct 9, 2018
    9
    The show has some very thick exposition early on. But quickly narrows down the key points and characters you need to know in order to follow this thriller.
  20. hitzestau
    Jan 3, 2020
    8
    I watched the first season within a couple of days. A great mixture of action and thrill. The show has good actors and the location shooting adds to the realism. The storyline offers a few real surprises.
  21. badkarmaxv
    Apr 19, 2019
    9
    Huge fan of the books. Never thought the movies ever really did the books justice. Some better than others.

    This is fresh, keeps to the source material even as it moves the characters into the future.

    I hope season 2 stays on course and provides a continuation of the great characters created by Tom Clancey and not be hijacked by the progressive insanity of the left in Hollywood.

Awards & Rankings

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#98 Best TV Season of 2018
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#22 Most Discussed TV Season of 2018
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#72 Most Shared TV Season of 2018

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. Vox.com
    Reviewed by: Karen Han
    Aug 31, 2018
    60
    Ryan’s part of the story is a breeze: He’s the good soldier, here to save the day. Sometimes he’ll face some sort of moral dilemma, but it’s never too difficult to guess what the outcome will be. The rest of the series is much thornier, and all the more real for it.
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  2. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Aug 31, 2018
    70
    Ryan may be the shallowest figure here, an assemblage of reactions and attitudes more than a person we get to know--or seem to get to know, which is all the same in television. His early-episodes earnestness is appealing. ... He is forced to spend much of the middle episodes in a kind of balled-up funk as Ryan stews indignantly over the moral compromises he encounters "in the field." ... It gives all the best moments away to Pierce, who is as easily believable, and believably easy, as an old agency pro as he's been in every other part he's ever played. Still, the star handles the action well, when it comes.
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  3. Wall Street Journal
    Reviewed by: John Anderson
    Aug 30, 2018
    80
    It’s a smart show, for all its huffing and puffing. Mr. Krasinski might even grow on you.
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