With three seasons completed, “Reacher” has proven to be a consistently successful series on Prime Video, largely thanks to Alan Ritchson’s portrayal of Jack Reacher, who delves into mysteries while often finding himself in physical altercations. Ritchson has pushed his physical limits to embody the character, showcasing his dedication as an actor. Fans of the show have a new film to anticipate.

“Motor City” was recently shown at the Toronto International Film Festival after premiering globally in Venice. It hasn’t been picked up for distribution yet, but its classic revenge narrative makes it appealing. The story centers on John Miller (played by Ritchson), who falls for a mobster’s girlfriend, Sophia (Shailene Woodley). Consequently, the gangster frames Miller for a crime he didn’t commit. Upon his release from prison, Miller is determined to reclaim his love and seek revenge on those who betrayed him. The movie stands out because it’s almost silent, with co-star Ben Foster revealing to Collider that it contains only “five lines of dialogue.” Set in 1970s Detroit, the narrative unfolds through music, sound, and dynamic action scenes.

Therefore, “Motor City” appears to be an ideal watch for enthusiasts of “Reacher.” Jack Reacher isn’t known for verbose speeches; rather, Ritchson drew inspiration from Kevin Costner’s reserved approach in “Waterworld” during his “Reacher” audition, relying on physical presence, which perfectly aligns with “Motor City.”

While dialogue has been a staple in film since “talkies” emerged in the late 1920s, viewers will need to focus on “Motor City” to grasp character motivations without lengthy explanations. Ritchson embraced the challenge, as he mentioned to Variety, about navigating the portrayal of Miller’s inner conflict. “I think the temptation is to lash out in a physical way,” Ritchson shared. “But I think a composure, where we’re trying to keep the lid on, that is more interesting. For me, this film was more about the duel between the stillness in the internal rage and that wanting to percolate outwards.”

“Motor City” has so far garnered positive reviews, currently holding a 73% rating on Rotten Tomatoes with 15 reviews from festival screenings. Critics unanimously praise Ritchson’s nearly mute performance, with FandomWire noting: “I thought we saw an emotional level to his acting with just the use of facial expressions and pure emotion that we had yet to see from him. This is Ritchson’s best acting performance to date.”

As fans await the fourth season of “Reacher,” “Motor City” offers an enticing diversion (assuming it secures distribution and is released before the new season airs). Should it succeed, the film might spur decision-makers to cast Ritchson as the next Batman.