Maria Sten leads the first Reacher spin-off as Frances Neagley, a role she has played since 2022. The eight-episode season arrives on Prime Video on September 16, 2026, dropping all episodes at once after the Reacher Season 4 finale. The story moves the action to Chicago, where Neagley works as a private investigator. She digs into the suspicious death of an old friend and runs into a dangerous cult hiding behind a false front. Alan Ritchson returns as Jack Reacher in a guest role, while a group of new series regulars join the case.
When and Where to Watch Neagley Season 1
Prime Video will release all eight episodes of Neagley on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The show premieres in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide at the same moment the Reacher Season 4 finale drops. Viewers in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and India can watch the full season on the same day through the Prime Video app and website.
The series is produced by Paramount Television Studios and Amazon MGM Studios. Nick Santora and Nicholas Wootton serve as co-showrunners and executive producers. Lee Child, Don Granger, Sam Hill, Adam Higgs, and Lisa Kussner also executive produce. Sam Hill directed the first two episodes.
Maria Sten Returns as Frances Neagley
Maria Sten steps into the lead role after playing Frances Neagley across multiple seasons of Reacher. Her character is a former member of the Army’s 110th Special Investigations Unit and a close friend of Jack Reacher. She now works as a private investigator in Chicago.
Sten is a Danish actress, writer, and director born in Copenhagen. She was crowned Miss Denmark 2008 and competed at Miss Universe before moving into acting. Her earlier credits include Swamp Thing, Channel Zero, and Narcissa. She has also written for the TV series Big Sky.
Showrunner Nick Santora described the character’s unique place in the Reacher world at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2026. He called Reacher a “Silverback Gorilla,” then added that Neagley is “like the cute little kitten that crawls around on his shoulders.” Sten has said the character’s complexity drew her to the role, and she has teased that the new series will explore Neagley’s backstory in greater depth.
Alan Ritchson Guest Stars as Jack Reacher
Alan Ritchson appears as Jack Reacher in a guest role. His character shares a deep history with Neagley from their Army days. In the trailer, Reacher shows up during a fight scene and tells Neagley, “You know you could have called me if you needed help.” She replies, “You always have my back.”
Ritchson has led Reacher since 2022. His other credits include War Machine, Fast X, and Runner. His return in Neagley keeps the connection between the two shows alive without pulling focus from the new lead.
Greyston Holt Plays Detective Hudson Riley
Greyston Holt joins the cast as Detective Hudson Riley. The character appears to be an investigator working alongside Neagley on the case. Holt is a Canadian actor born in 1985. He is known for his roles in The Night Agent, Riverdale, and Bitten. His move from one action-heavy series to another has been noted by fans of the genre.
Adeline Rudolph Plays Renee Birdwhistle
Adeline Rudolph takes on the role of Renee Birdwhistle. Details about her character remain limited, but her name suggests a key role in the mystery. Rudolph has built a strong following through roles in Mortal Kombat II, Hellboy: The Crooked Man, and Resident Evil. She also appeared in Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.
Jasper Jones Plays Keno
Jasper Jones appears as Keno. In the trailer, Keno explains the details of the accident to Neagley, offering information that pushes her toward the truth. Jones has appeared in films such as King Ivory, Bleeding, and To Die For. His role in Neagley marks one of his biggest television projects to date.
Matthew Del Negro Plays Pierce Woodrow
Matthew Del Negro plays Pierce Woodrow. Del Negro is an American actor born in 1972. His credits include Mayor of Kingstown, City on a Hill, Scandal, and The Sopranos. He brings years of television experience to the ensemble.
Damon Herriman Plays Lawrence Cole
Damon Herriman appears as Lawrence Cole. Herriman has a long list of credits in both film and television, including Justified, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, and Mindhunter. His presence adds weight to the show’s supporting cast.
Additional Cast Members
The series also features John Bregar as Mason and Rebecca Liddiard as Judith Gray. Further cast details will become clear when the season arrives.
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What the Story Is About
Frances Neagley learns that a close friend from her past has died in what looks like a suspicious accident. She refuses to accept the easy answer and starts digging. Her search leads her to a group that presents itself as a helpful organization but is actually a cult. Using the skills she learned from Jack Reacher and her time in the 110th Special Investigations Unit, she puts herself in danger to uncover the truth. The trailer shows knife fights, car chases, and Neagley promising to burn the cult compound to the ground.
The series was created by Nick Santora and Nicholas Wootton, who previously worked together on Prison Break. Santora also developed the main Reacher series based on Lee Child’s books.
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