Amazon's groundbreaking prequel series for Prime Video may breathe new life into an established franchise
Prime Video is set to expand its roster of franchises with the upcoming release of the prequel series, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf. Scheduled to drop on August 27, 2025, the series promises to offer a thrilling journey into the world of Citadel, focusing on the character Ben Edwards, played by Taylor Kitsch.
The eight-episode series will premiere with three episodes and conclude on September 24, 2025. Dark Wolf serves as a captivating origin story for Ben Edwards, tracing his transformation from a clean-cut Navy SEAL to a covert operative willing to bend the rules to a dangerous extent.
Taylor Kitsch, who demonstrated his ability to play a troubled character in the second season of True Detective, will reprise his role as Ben Edwards in Dark Wolf. Chris Pratt, who starred as James Reece in The Terminal List, will take on a supporting role, allowing Ben Edwards to take centre stage.
The series delves into the darker aspects of espionage and warfare, providing a character study of Ben Edwards' transformation. In Dark Wolf, Ben Edwards experiences a wartime scenario and potentially commits major crimes, adding an element of mystery and suspense to the action-packed narrative.
The release of Dark Wolf marks an interesting move for Prime Video in its search for franchises. The success of the prequel series will be crucial for the future of The Terminal List franchise. While Chris Pratt's character did not set the world alight in the original series of The Terminal List, his appearance in the Dark Wolf trailer hints at a possible larger role in the prequel.
If you're a fan of action thrillers, Dark Wolf could be a great option. The series will be released every three years, which might be too infrequent for success. However, with its intriguing plot and compelling performances, Dark Wolf is intended to capture interest when it starts streaming.
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Movies-and-TV enthusiasts can look forward to the upcoming action thriller series, "Dark Wolf," which is part of the vast entertainment library on Prime Video. Based on the popular franchises The Terminal List and Citadel, "Dark Wolf" promises a captivating origin story of the character Ben Edwards, offering a mix of espionage, warfare, and suspense.
