The Terminal List (2022)
Navy SEAL Commander James Reece turns to vengeance as he investigates the mysterious forces behind the murder of his entire platoon. Free from the military’s command structure, Reece applies the lessons he’s learned from nearly two decades of warfare to hunt down the people responsible.
Details
First Air Date
6/30/2022
Last Air Date
6/30/2022
Network
Prime Video
Rating
8/10 (908 votes)
Status
Returning Series
Production Companies
Amazon Studios, Civic Center Media, MRC, Fuqua Films, Indivisible Productions, DiGilio Films
About The Terminal List
The Terminal List is a one-season action and drama series that draws on themes of vengeance and government conspiracy. The show centers on a Navy SEAL Commander investigating the murder of his platoon. With a plot rooted in a novel, the series follows the protagonist as he uses his military experience to pursue those he holds responsible. It has a TV series status of 'Returning Series' with 8 episodes. The series has a runtime that is not specified.
The series explores a character operating outside the military's command structure, focusing on individual retribution. This approach places the narrative firmly within the thriller genre, driven by personal motives rather than official channels. Its IMDb rating of 7.9, based on over 127,000 votes, and a TMDb vote average of 8 from 908 votes, indicate a generally positive reception from viewers.
The narrative structure relies on elements common to military thrillers, such as a war veteran protagonist and a plot involving systemic cover-ups. The series uses the protagonist's specialized skills and knowledge to navigate a dangerous situation, highlighting a singular focus on achieving justice.
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People are often searching for this series due to its connection to Chris Pratt, specifically noting his transformation from comedic roles like Andy Dwyer to a believable action star. Other searches reflect attempts to recall specific scenes, such as those involving a man being followed in a restaurant, or broader themes like a muscular ex-military character, indicating that the show's action sequences and lead performance resonate with viewers.
What reviewers are saying
One reviewer found the series to be slow, predictable, and overly reliant on military clichés, ultimately leading to unrewarding violence, despite good acting.
Read the full reviewA different review praised the show as an excellent revenge story, highlighting Chris Pratt's convincing performance in an action role after his previous work on 'Parks and Recreation'.
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You can stream *The Terminal List* on [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.justwatch.com/us/tv-show/the-terminal-list). It is available with a subscription or for free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads.
*The Terminal List* is not based on a true story; it is an American action thriller television series based on the 2018 novel of the same name by Jack Carr. The story follows a Navy SEAL who seeks to avenge the murder of his family.
Currently, there is one season of *The Terminal List* available, which premiered on July 1, 2022. A second season has been renewed and is set to premiere on October 21, 2026.
Audience reviews for *The Terminal List* are generally positive, with an IMDb rating of 7.9/10 and 4.6 out of 5 stars on Prime Video. Critics, however, gave the series mixed to negative reviews, with Rotten Tomatoes showing a 40% approval rating.