Reacher is gearing up to introduce a captivating character from Lee Child's novel, "Persuader," with Olivier Richters stepping into the shoes of Paulie, as reported by CinemaBlend. Dubbed "The Dutch Giant," the actor, who has left a lasting impression in films like "Black Widow" and "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," will embody the role of a deranged bodybuilder, serving as the guardian of Zachary Beck, a fresh character portrayed by Anthony Michael Hall.
Season 3 promises to follow the thrilling events chronicled in Child's "Persuader," where Reacher (portrayed by Alan Ritchson) ventures to the coastal region of Maine, infiltrating the secluded castle hideout of Beck, whose son narrowly escapes a kidnapping attempt. Beck, haunted by the fears of his employers, relies heavily on his team of bodyguards to safeguard his family, and Paulie stands out as one of them. Given Richters' imposing physicality, he perfectly embodies the description of Paulie in Child's novel, towering over Reacher by "six inches" and boasting shoulders "ten inches wider" across. This addition to the cast promises to add a layer of excitement and suspense to the already intriguing storyline of Reacher.
Hall excitedly unwrapped the casting secrets for the upcoming season to CinemaBlend, sharing that Richters was the perfect fit for the imposing character of Paulie. "I don't want to spoil too much, but let's just say they cross paths exactly as described in the book... You can imagine the sparks flying when Reacher and Paulie finally meet," Hall teased the outlet.
While the veil of secrecy surrounding the intricate details of the third season remains firmly in place, Hall assured fans that a thrilling confrontation between Ritchson's Reacher and Richters' Paulie is guaranteed to ignite the screens. The precise timing of Season 3's arrival remains a tantalizing mystery, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the show's triumphant return. Stay tuned for all the exciting revelations, and if you're eager to glimpse a glimpse of what's in store for Ritchson as he squares off against Richters, be sure to check out the electrifying clip of the new cast member locking horns in an intense arm wrestling match with David Harbour in Black Widow.
