12 Action-Packed Shows Like ‘Jack Ryan’, from ‘Reacher’ to ‘Echo 3’

Prime Video's first foray into the Ryanverse has come to an end, and we're already feeling theJack Ryan-shaped void.

Over the course of four seasons, we saw the rookie CIA analyst—played brilliantly byJohn Krasinski—morph into a mighty action hero as he tackled dangerous field assignments, from uncovering a terrorist plot to investigating internal corruption in the CIA. But now that the political action thriller is over, we're on the hunt for high-stakes, action-packed shows likeJack Ryanto meet our escapism needs.

Fortunately for us, we'll soon return to the Ryan universe through Prime Video'sspin-off series, starring Michael Peña as Ding, a fellow CIA agent. But until it premieres, we're biding our time with these 12 binge-worthy gems, includingReacher,Echo 3and more.

• Cast:Richard Armitage, Andrew Lincoln, Philip Winchester, Sullivan Stapleton, Amanda Mealing
• Seasons:8

High-stakes missions and explosive action sequences are a major part of what makesJack Ryanso binge-able—and the same can be said for this action drama, inspired by Chris Ryan'snovel of the same name. The series follows the adventures of Section 20, a secret branch of the British Secret Intelligence Service, as they travel the globe and embark on a number of intense (and sometimes deadly) missions. Thanks to the star-studded cast, you'll recognize a few faces, includingThe Walking Deadstar Andrew Lincoln.

• Cast:Alan Ritchson, Malcolm Goodwin, Willa Fitzgerald, Maria Sten, Chris Webster, Kristin Kreuk
• Seasons:1

Countless fans who've read Lee Child's famousJack Reacherbooks can attest to the show's faithfulness to the original material—and some would say that Ritchson's interpretation of the character even surpasses Tom Cruise's portrayal in the film adaptation. This stirring action-crime centers on Jack, a former military police officer who uncovers a major conspiracy after being wrongfully convicted of murder. Using his special skills and smarts, he must do whatever it takes to get to the bottom of the matter. The show does a phenomenal job of balancing fast-paced action with fun humor.

• Cast:Piper Perabo, Christopher Gorham, Peter Gallagher
• Seasons:5

安妮·沃克,一个没有经验的CIA实习,becomes a seasoned spy after taking on a number of field assignments without any formal training, thanks to her many impressive skills. There's no shortage of hand-to-hand combat and sexual innuendos are aplenty, but what makes this show especially compelling is Annie's character growth throughout the series. Perabo brings the character to life in a captivating way, and to see her transformation from wide-eyed trainee to hardcore operative is fascinating.

• Cast:Richard Madden, Keeley Hawes, Gina McKee, Sophie Rundle
• Seasons:1

Madden shines as Police Sergeant David Budd, a Scottish war veteran who deals with PTSD while working at London's Protection Command. Although he's tasked with protecting Home Secretary Julia Montague, he feels convicted over his loyalties because he opposes her views. To make matters even more complicated, he becomes involved in a major conspiracy that puts both him and Julia in danger.

• Cast:Tom Hiddleston, Hugh Laurie, Olivia Colman, Tom Hollander, Elizabeth Debicki
• Seasons:1

Based on John le Carre's novel,The Night Managerfollows the exploits of Jonathan, a former British soldier and night manager of a luxury hotel. His life is uprooted when a member of the Foreign Office task force recruits him to infiltrate the inner circle of a terrifying arms dealer named Richard. Hugh Laurie steals practically every scene as the villainous character, and it's packed with suspenseful moments that'll make you hold your breath.

• Cast:James Spader, Megan Boone, Diego Klattenhoff, Ryan Eggold, Parminder Nagra
• Seasons:10

Liz, a young FBI profiler, is stunned to learn that Raymond Reddington, one of the most notorious fugitives, wants to speak to her before agreeing to help the FBI catch the world's most dangerous criminals. Questions are raised about his true intentions as he lends his expertise, and Liz's life is turned upside down as she partners with the criminal mastermind.Jack Ryanfans will be happy to know that the series explores some of the same themes, from terrorism to political corruption.

• Cast:Andreas Prochaska, Christopher Smith, Rebecca Gatward, Jon Jones, Brian O'Malley
• Seasons:2

Alex Rider's life as a normal teenager is short-lived when he's approached by MI6 (the Secret Intelligence Service) and recruited to go undercover at a corrective academy to investigate a case. Although the spy is quite young, his incredible, action-packed journey will appeal to both kids and adults. Fans ofJack Ryanare sure to get their espionage fix, and the series boasts a talented, diverse cast.

• Cast:Max Irons, Kristen Hager, Bob Balaban, Jason Smilovic, Richard Charney, Shane Elrod
• Seasons:2

If you've been scouring the web for an action series that has a similar plot toJack Ryan, it's your lucky day.秃鹰followsJoe Turner, a millennial CIA analyst who stumbles upon a major conspiracy while working from the office. When professional killers murder fellow agents in the research and development department, Joe discovers that his supervisors were involved and is forced to go on the run as he investigates why his agency wants him dead. (Okay, so the plot isn'texactlythe same, but Joe's story arc will definitely remind you of Jack.)

• Cast:Kiefer Sutherland, Natascha McElhone, Adan Canto, Italia Ricci, LaMonica Garrett
• Seasons:3

一场毁灭性的爆炸破坏了国会大厦的构建ing during the State of the Union, killing the country's president and all of his successors. But a designated survivor, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Thomas Kirkman, is sworn in as the country's new leader, forcing him to investigate the truth behind the attack and several other issues facing the country, despite his inexperience. The series is packed with strong performances and has more than enough twists and turns to keep you watching.

• Cast:Kiefer Sutherland, Dennis Haysbert, Elisha Cuthbert, Carlos Bernard
• Seasons:9

Jack Ryan has been in multiple scenarios where he had to race against the clock while dealing with chaos, and Jack Bauer knows the feeling all too well. In each episode of24, the counter-terrorist federal agent tackles a variety of cases over the course of 24 hours, ranging from bomb scares to assassination attempts. On the downside, his involvement with these high-profile cases often takes a toll on his private life.