Review of Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014) by Dexter B — 15 Jun 2014

Not a bad movie or cast. Could have been better.

This review of Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit (2014) was written by Dexter B on 15 Jun 2014.

Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Heidi B (96) on 03 Jun 2017

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By Howard E (113) on 03 Aug 2016

This was an enjoyable movie based on the Jack Ryan character. It isn't as good as the Harrison Ford movies but it feels like it belongs…

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By Bill T (1,098) on 04 Jul 2018

Good, but not overly great Jack Ryan movie here. Going back to his origins (again.. he seems to have originated 3-4 times it seems)…

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By Russell S (521) on 26 Aug 2017

A good beginning though less pretty would be good. $8…

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