Stream It or Skip It?
Decider • • entertainment
Key Points:
- "Neagley," the first spinoff from the Reacher universe, stars Maria Sten as Frances Neagley, a prickly yet loyal private investigator based in Chicago, who takes on a personal case involving the suspicious death of a childhood friend.
- The series blends investigative drama with action, featuring Neagley's military background and her unconventional methods as she collaborates with a Chicago detective to uncover connections involving a farming commune and a pharmaceutical entrepreneur.
- Alan Ritchson makes a cameo as Reacher, linking the show to its origins, while Maria Sten's performance as Neagley is highlighted as a standout, capturing the character's toughness and moral code.
- The show maintains a gritty, hard-boiled tone with occasional adult content consistent with the Reacher series, and offers viewers a deeper look into Neagley’s personal and professional life.
- Overall, the series is recommended for streaming, especially for fans of Reacher, as it successfully centers on Neagley’s investigative skills and character development.
