Prime Video has renewed 'Reacher' for a sixth season, according to multiple outlets, with the announcement coming shortly after the season four finale and before season five has premiered.
Deadline reported the renewal came just 12 days after the season four finale and four months after season five was ordered, marking the first time the show has received two renewals in the same year.
According to Deadline, season four amassed 66 million viewers in 28 days. Variety noted the series has been a consistent hit for Amazon since it launched in 2022.
The series stars Alan Ritchson in the title role. Outlets across the spectrum framed the renewal as another example of the show's pattern of early pickups.
How each side covered it
Left
- Reported the season six renewal as part of a continuing streak of early pickups for the show.
- Noted the series has been a consistent hit for Amazon since its 2022 launch.
- Highlighted that Alan Ritchson stars in the title role.
“‘Reacher’ Renewed for Season 6 Ahead of Season 5 Premiere” — Variety
Center
- Reported the season six renewal came 12 days after the season four finale.
- Cited season four viewership of 66 million in 28 days.
- Noted this is the first time the show received two renewals in the same year.
“‘Reacher’ Gets Early Season 6 Renewal Shortly After Season 4 Wraps With 66M Viewers In 28 Days” — Deadline
Right
- Emphasized that season five had not finished filming when season six was renewed.
“Reacher Season 5 isn’t even done filming!” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened with 'Reacher' and Prime Video?
Prime Video renewed its drama series 'Reacher' for a sixth season shortly after the season four finale, while season five was still in production, according to multiple outlets.
Who stars in 'Reacher'?
Alan Ritchson stars in the title role, according to Variety and Deadline.
How many viewers did 'Reacher' season four get?
According to Deadline, season four of 'Reacher' drew 66 million viewers within 28 days.
Is this the first time 'Reacher' has been renewed twice in one year?
Yes, according to Deadline, this marks the first time the show has received two renewals in the same year.
When will 'Reacher' season 5 premiere?
The supplied sources do not specify an exact premiere date, only that season five was still in production or not yet finished filming at the time of the season six renewal.
Sources · 4 outlet reports
- The Hollywood ReporterLeft-leaning‘Reacher’ Scores Season 6 Renewal at Prime Video
- VarietyLeft-leaning‘Reacher’ Renewed for Season 6 Ahead of Season 5 Premiere
- DeadlineCenter‘Reacher’ Gets Early Season 6 Renewal Shortly After Season 4 Wraps With 66M Viewers In 28 Days
- New York PostRight-leaning‘Reacher’ Has Already Been Renewed For Season 6 On Prime Video