Chris Pratt, star and executive producer of The Terminal List, has confirmed hopes for a third season of the series, highlighting a significant condition tied to its development. The show, based on Jack Carr’s novels, has already seen a successful first season on Amazon Prime Video, followed by a prequel series titled The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, starring Taylor Kitsch as Ben Edwards, along with a renewal for Season 2 currently in production. Fans are eager to learn if Season 3 will continue the story.
With a rich source of material from Jack Carr’s books, the franchise offers numerous narratives to explore, giving room for multiple seasons and potential spin-offs. Chris Pratt expressed enthusiasm for expanding the universe beyond James Reece, the central character he portrays, suggesting future installments could focus on other figures within the same world.
Plans to Build the Jack Carr Cinematic Universe
Chris Pratt revealed that the long-term ambition for The Terminal List series is to establish a larger connected world known as the Jack Carr Cinematic Universe (JCCU). This approach would allow the adaptation of various books in the series, broadening the stories beyond the timeline of James Reece.
“Ultimately, [the goal] is to create what we are calling the JCCU, so the Jack Carr Cinematic Universe, so spreading out [the books].” — Chris Pratt, Lead Star
Pratt highlighted new material by Jack Carr, specifically mentioning the upcoming October release of Cry Havoc, a novel focused on Tom Reece, who is James Reece’s father. Cry Havoc covers espionage activities during the Vietnam War, set against the civil rights movement era.
“There’s a new book coming next October called Cry Havoc, which is based on Tom Reece, and we are really excited to get to that era of espionage around the Vietnam War, you know, set in the civil rights era. Savage Son is a really killer book, that’s the third book in the series. There’s one called The Devil’s Hand, and there’s another one called Red Sky Morning.” — Chris Pratt, Lead Star
The storyline of Cry Havoc spans 1968 and follows Tom Reece on a covert mission to uncover a conspiracy amid social turmoil. This era contrasts with the modern military thriller setting of The Terminal List’s first two seasons.
Challenges to Future Seasons and Character Continuity
While Pratt’s commitment to the series is clear, evidenced by his emotional attachment to playing James Reece and his team, he indicated that the transition to other novels and timelines might result in changes to the core ensemble cast. If the franchise moves towards stories set in earlier periods, the original main characters, including Reece, may not return in their leading roles.
“I mean, I would love it [to adapt multiple books]. If the audience calls for it, I love playing this character. I love the team we’ve put together. I’ll ride this mother until the wheels fall off.” — Chris Pratt, Lead Star
Despite the uncertainty of character continuity, Pratt’s dedication to the franchise confirms his intent to remain involved as long as the audience supports it.
Potential Storylines and Spin-offs for Season 3 and Beyond
The first season of The Terminal List concluded with a decisive ending for James Reece, leaving him a fugitive after eliminating everyone on his revenge list, including his best friend, Ben Edwards. This storyline sets the stage for the second season’s plot, focusing on Reece’s status as a target of the government.
Meanwhile, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf recently completed its debut on Amazon Prime Video, exploring Ben Edwards’ backstory as he joins the CIA’s ground branch. This expansion opens the door for interconnected spin-offs within the franchise.
Regarding Season 3, adapting Cry Havoc hinges on the resolution of Reece’s arc in Season 2, as it would justify exploring earlier decades and other characters. Alternatively, the third book in the series, Savage Son, which features James Reece teaming up with Raife Hastings—a prominent figure in Dark Wolf—to take on the Russian Mafia, might serve as the next story.
This narrative offers an opportunity to continue Reece’s story while introducing alliances and new adversaries. Other novels, such as The Devil’s Hand and Red Sky Morning, provide further material for future seasons or separate series, increasing the franchise’s potential to grow.
The Terminal List Franchise’s Growth Prospects
Thanks to the depth of Jack Carr’s novel collection, The Terminal List is poised to develop into a sprawling franchise with multiple timelines and characters. The creation of the JCCU would enable the storytelling to extend far beyond the initial military thriller, involving historical espionage and new protagonists. This model aligns with Amazon Prime Video’s recent investments and the series’ strong fanbase momentum.
Chris Pratt’s enthusiasm and commitment to his role highlight the show’s importance within the streaming platform’s lineup, though the direction of the series depends heavily on audience reception and the creative team’s vision. With Season 2 still filming and no confirmed release date, both viewers and producers anticipate how the narrative will unfold and whether a third season will come with the anticipated catch regarding its focus and characters.
