Joanna Mutton
❘ Published: 2024-01-23T10:18:11 ❘ Updated: 2024-01-23T10:18:17
Reacher Season 2 followed the hero and freedom-loving former soldier's journey. And the lead actor refuses to call it a “series for Darons.”
Jack Reacher continues to attract audiences: The character in Lee Child's books is described as a tall, imposing and muscular guy who has been traveling around the United States since leaving the army. His first appearance on the big screen was none other than Tom Cruise, but then his path crossed with that of actor Alan Ritchson.
In fact, the actor took on the famous character from the book for Prime Video and was considered a perfect incarnation of the written version. But the sentence quickly came up: This Jack Reacher would be ideal for fathers who follow his adventures from the sofa. So Reacher would be a “series for Darons”?
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The actor quickly said no: Jack Reacher isn't just for dads!
The Reacher series is for every member of the family
You're not dreaming, the debate is actually happening: Alan Ritchson disputes claims that Reacher only targets dads and is labeled a “show for dads”. His first argument: For other family members, the reflection seems inappropriate.
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It all actually starts with an interview with GQ in which the actor is asked about whether Reacher is cataloged in this unlikely category. And it doesn't take long for him to answer: “It's so strange. I see that all the time.”
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“It's funny: I showed the series to my children. I let her watch the first season – but I didn't let her see the naked man crucified on the wall [dont les attributs génitaux coupés avaient été mis de force dans sa bouche], but everything else was… Everything made sense in context. They loved it, man. For me it is not a “series for fathers”, but a “family series”. »“
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“I'm walking down the street and there are little ladies with their strollers [il adopte la voix d’une vieille femme décrépite] “Reacher… Reacher…” It’s a contradiction for me to call it a “show for dads.” But I'm a father and I love the series too. Maybe it works.”
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Whether or not Reacher is suitable for children is up to parents, but according to the star himself, the series is suitable for all ages. A few broken noses and villains in need of correction are no big deal in his eyes. The idea of reserving the story for “Dad” (the same one we hear in the phrase “Dad Jokes,” picked up on YouTube and originating from English-speaking countries), obviously doesn’t sit well with him.
Alan Ritchson on Why Women Really Love Jack Reacher
The actor takes his demonstration a step further and focuses on the interest that the female audience has in the series. No, in his opinion it can't just be a matter of attraction or fantasy. As with any film or series, it depends on the adventure and what the character stands for, regardless of gender or inclination.
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“It's confusing. The readership of the books is an unexpected demographic: women read these books as much as men. There was a strange article that repeated the idea: “Men want to be like him and women want to sleep with him.” , but there is an independence and freedom in Jack Reacher that women clearly seek too. We tend to think of freedom as a male mentality, but many women share the same desires. I think part of the success is that “Many more people have had their wishes fulfilled than originally expected,” said the actor.
The hero is a lone wolf by nature. Because of his military training and Army career, there are no real ties holding him back. He goes where his steps take him. His most valuable possession is his toothbrush, he only buys the essentials, doesn't carry a suitcase and doesn't worry about his savings. This freedom sometimes has its setbacks, but he accepts it, even if it means not committing to anyone. Which doesn't mean he ignores his friends in need, like in Reacher season 2.
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The freedom inherent in it is attractive, and there is no gender or age: this is probably what has made the series so strong since the first two seasons, and it is what will continue to attract audiences in Reacher's third season.