Prime Video's action-packed lineup has a clear hierarchy, and the latest viewership numbers put Chris Pratt's The Terminal List firmly in the shadow of Alan Ritchson's Reacher. While both shows have found dedicated audiences, the gap between them is now quantifiable—and it's significant.
According to recent Nielsen streaming data, The Terminal List has officially surpassed 100 million viewers on Prime Video. That's a milestone by any measure, but it pales next to Reacher's staggering 200 million-plus viewers worldwide. The numbers highlight how the two series, often mentioned in the same breath as Prime Video's top action offerings, have diverged in popularity.
The comparison is especially telling given that The Terminal List took a four-year hiatus between its first and second seasons—a gap that research suggests can hurt audience retention. For context, The Gentlemen saw a 45% drop in viewership for its second season after just a two-year break. The Terminal List faced a much longer wait, and the Nielsen numbers for its second season reflect that challenge.
In the week of October 19–25, The Terminal List landed at #5 on Nielsen's overall streaming chart with 830 million minutes watched. That's respectable, but it falls short of the 1.1–1.5 billion minutes Reacher averaged during its fourth season. Even the Reacher spin-off, Neagley, debuted with 1.78 billion minutes just weeks earlier—more than double The Terminal List's weekly total.
Both shows have spawned spin-offs, but Reacher has been a consistent ratings juggernaut, while The Terminal List has had to fight for attention. The latter's first season received mixed reviews (42% on Rotten Tomatoes), but Season 2 has fared better, earning a 73% score. Critics and audiences alike have praised Chris Pratt's performance, with one audience consensus noting that he "brings conviction to the explosive action and the personal toll his mission takes on him."
Pratt, who was fresh off blockbuster franchises like Jurassic World and Guardians of the Galaxy when he took on this role, has embraced his streaming audience. He's since starred in Mercy and is set to appear in Way of the Warrior Kid. The Terminal List universe is also expanding, with a third season already confirmed, adapting the novel Savage Son.
While The Terminal List may not be matching Reacher's numbers, it's still a major player for Prime Video. The show's ability to draw 100 million viewers is a testament to its appeal, even if it's not the platform's top dog. For fans of the genre, the competition between these two action titans is a win—more content, more thrills, and more reasons to stay subscribed.
As streaming continues to evolve, it'll be interesting to see if The Terminal List can close the gap with Reacher in future seasons. For now, the numbers are clear: Reacher remains the king of Prime Video's action hill, but The Terminal List is far from a slouch.
