Jack Reacher 2012
“The law has limits. He does not.”
What is Jack Reacher?
Jack Reacher is a 2012 film centered on an investigation following a shooting in an ordinary town. After five people are killed in a seemingly random attack, all evidence points toward an ex-military sniper who is promptly taken into custody.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2012
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 130 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 20, 2012
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Skydance Media, TC Productions
- Budget
- $60,000,000
- Revenue
- $218,300,000
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller, Action
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Overview
Jack Reacher is a 2012 film centered on an investigation following a shooting in an ordinary town. After five people are killed in a seemingly random attack, all evidence points toward an ex-military sniper who is promptly taken into custody. During his interrogation, the suspect provides a single written note that demands the authorities get Jack Reacher. Reacher, an enigmatic ex-Army investigator, initially believes that the police have apprehended the correct individual. Despite this, he agrees to assist the defense attorney representing the sniper. As Reacher begins to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the crime, he discovers that the case is far less clear-cut than it first appeared. This realization initiates an extraordinary chase for the truth. Throughout the investigation, Reacher finds himself pitted against an unexpected enemy who possesses a distinct skill for violence. The film documents his efforts to uncover the reality behind the shootings as the situation becomes increasingly complex and dangerous for the investigator.
Should you watch it?
“A mysterious sniper case leads ex-military investigator Jack Reacher into a deadly conspiracy.”
- Tom Cruise delivers a committed physical performance as the titular character
- the plot deepens into a layered conspiracy beyond the initial setup
- some may find the pacing methodical to a fault
- the villain's motivations are not fully explored
you enjoy procedural thrillers with a strong, silent protagonist.
The film contains violence and gun-related content typical of an action thriller.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this based on a book?
Yes, it is based on the novel One Shot by Lee Child.
Does Jack Reacher have a military background?
Yes, he is a former Army investigator.
Who plays the main character?
Tom Cruise portrays Jack Reacher.
Is the sniper the real killer?
The investigation reveals the case is more complex than it first appears.
Does this movie have a sequel?
Yes, there is a sequel titled Jack Reacher: Never Go Back.