Neagley's Spin-off Surges in Popularity Amid Reacher Comparisons

WHO:

NY Post - Maria Sten stated that shaking the hand of Alan Ritchson's Reacher was her "favorite moment" of the new series, describing it as "pivotal" and showing "so much courage."

Collider - Alan Ritchson stars in the original "Reacher" series.

Collider - Maria Sten portrays Frances Neagley in the spin-off "Neagley."

WHAT:

TechRadar - The creator of "Neagley," Nicholas Wootton, teased that Season 2 could feature "deeper emotion" and "bigger action scenes" in new storylines.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has achieved a 95% critics' rating for the original "Reacher" series, compared to its own 90% rating.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has achieved a 90% critics' rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with an 87% user score, although fewer than 50 users have submitted reviews.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has surpassed "Ride or Die" and "Off Campus" to become the second most popular show on Prime Video globally and in the US, and it has also become the second most-watched piece of content on Prime Video in the US, beating all movies on the platform.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has surpassed "Ride or Die" and "Off Campus" to become the second most popular show on Prime Video globally and in the US.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has also become the second most-watched piece of content on Prime Video in the US, beating all movies on the platform.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has become the second most popular show on Prime Video globally and in the US, surpassing other series like "Off Campus" and "Ride or Die."

MovieWeb - "Neagley" has also become the second most-watched piece of content on Prime Video in the US, beating all movies on the platform.

MovieWeb - "Neagley" currently holds a 87% user score on Rotten Tomatoes, although fewer than 50 users have submitted reviews.

Screen Rant - "Neagley" includes a "meta" scene that would have fit into "The Boys."

Collider - The spin-off "Neagley" has topped the Prime Video streaming charts after all episodes premiered.

Coming Soon - "Neagley" currently holds a 90% "fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

Coming Soon - The Rotten Tomatoes score of "Neagley" is not surpassing that of the original "Reacher" series.

WHERE:

Collider - The spin-off "Neagley" is available on Prime Video.

WHEN:

Collider - All episodes of "Neagley" premiered on September 16.

WHY:

Coming Soon - Critics have noted that "Neagley" has elements that make it distinct from Alan Ritchson's "Reacher."

HOW:

MovieWeb - Nicholas Wootton stated, "We’d totally go into it in Season 2. There’s a big twist in there and a whole thing. It’s a really fun story for Renee, and Keno is tied into it as well because he’s helping her find him, and it’s the discovery of who he is. We have a whole storyline for it. We have it all figured out. It’s all written."

MovieWeb - Nicholas Wootton, the show's creator, stated, "We’d totally go into it in Season 2. There’s a big twist in there and a whole thing. It’s a really fun story for Renee, and Keno is tied into it as well because he’s helping her find him, and it’s the discovery of who he is."

MovieWeb - Nicholas Wootton, the show's creator, confirmed that they have a storyline planned for a potential second season, which includes a significant twist involving characters Renee and Keno, stating, "We have a whole storyline for it. We have it all figured out. It’s all written."

MovieWeb - Nicholas Wootton, the show's creator, stated that they have a storyline planned for a potential second season, including a significant twist involving characters Renee and Keno.

Screen Rant - "Neagley" is described as the first extension of Prime Video's Jack Reacher universe.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 21:00 UTC)

Nicholas Wootton, the creator of "Neagley," has teased that Season 2 will bring "deeper emotion" and "bigger action scenes," promising exciting new storylines. The original "Reacher" series has received an impressive 95% critics' rating, while "Neagley" holds a solid 90%. Wootton also revealed that Season 2 will include a significant twist involving the character Keno, who plays a crucial role in helping Renee uncover a major mystery, stating, "We have it all figured out. It’s all written."

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 19:59 UTC)

"Neagley" has achieved impressive ratings, boasting a 90% critics' score and an 87% user score on Rotten Tomatoes, although fewer than 50 users have weighed in. The show has also climbed the ranks to become the second most popular series on Prime Video globally and in the US, surpassing both "Ride or Die" and "Off Campus," and it now stands as the second most-watched content on the platform in the US, outpacing all movies. Nicholas Wootton, the show's creator, hinted at exciting developments for Season 2, stating, "There’s a big twist in there and a whole thing," suggesting a fun story for Renee as Keno helps her uncover a significant mystery.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 13:02 UTC)

In an exciting development for fans, Maria Sten shared that her favorite moment from the new series was shaking hands with Alan Ritchson's Reacher, calling it a "pivotal" scene that showcased "so much courage." Meanwhile, the show "Neagley" has climbed the ranks to become the second most popular series on Prime Video globally and in the US, even surpassing all movies on the platform. Show creator Nicholas Wootton has confirmed that they are already planning a storyline for a potential second season, which will include a significant twist involving characters Renee and Keno, stating, "We have a whole storyline for it. We have it all figured out. It’s all written."

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 07:57 UTC)

"Neagley" has surged to become the second most popular show on Prime Video globally and in the US, outpacing other series like "Off Campus" and "Ride or Die." It has also claimed the title of the second most-watched content on Prime Video in the US, surpassing all movies on the platform, while holding an 87% user score on Rotten Tomatoes, despite having fewer than 50 reviews. Nicholas Wootton, the show's creator, revealed that they have a storyline in mind for a potential second season, which includes a significant twist involving characters Renee and Keno.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 03:01 UTC)

A new scene from the upcoming project titled "Neagley" has been revealed, featuring a "meta" moment that fans of "The Boys" would likely appreciate. This intriguing detail was shared by Screen Rant, highlighting the connection between the two series. As anticipation builds, viewers are eager to see how this unique element will play out in the final product.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 02:08 UTC)

The new spin-off series "Neagley," featuring Maria Sten in the title role, has quickly climbed to the top of the Prime Video streaming charts following its premiere on September 16. With a solid 90% "fresh" rating on Rotten Tomatoes, "Neagley" is noted for its distinct elements that set it apart from the original "Reacher" series starring Alan Ritchson. This show marks the first extension of Prime Video's Jack Reacher universe, further expanding the franchise's appeal.