The Terminal List: Dark Wolf (2025) – The Hunt That Started It All
The hunt begins before the list.
Before betrayal carved scars into James Reece’s soul, before the name Ben Edwards became synonymous with secrets and treachery, there was Dark Wolf — a raw, unflinching look into the shadows that built the world of The Terminal List.
Premiering on Prime Video this August 27, The Terminal List: Dark Wolf is not just a prequel — it’s a pulse-pounding origin story that adds emotional depth and brutal realism to the franchise. Set five years before the events of the original series, it traces Ben Edwards’ transformation from loyal Navy SEAL to covert CIA operative, navigating a labyrinth of black ops, dangerous allegiances, and moral compromise.
Taylor Kitsch delivers the performance of his career as Ben Edwards. He’s not just a soldier — he’s a ticking time bomb of repressed emotion, trained violence, and haunted loyalty. Kitsch brings an emotional intensity that is equal parts stoic and devastating, pulling viewers into the psyche of a man walking the fine line between hero and weapon.
Chris Pratt returns as James Reece in a supporting role, a subtle reminder of the future darkness yet to come. Tom Hopper and Luke Hemsworth round out the cast, adding grit and gravitas to an already potent ensemble. The on-screen chemistry crackles, elevating the tension in every scene.
From its first frame, Dark Wolf throws viewers into a world where no one is safe and every decision bleeds consequence. The cinematography is cold and unforgiving, mirroring the world Edwards must survive. Missions are brutal, choices are morally murky, and trust is a currency easily burned.
With three episodes dropping on day one and weekly releases through September 24, Dark Wolf is designed for high-intensity binge-watching. Each episode ends with revelations that hit like a gunshot — quick, jarring, and impossible to ignore.
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf is more than just an action thriller — it’s a descent into the soul of a man who would become both ally and betrayer. Relentless, gripping, and emotionally charged, this is the kind of series that stays with you long after the final shot is fired. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original or diving in fresh, Dark Wolf delivers — and then some.
Rating: 9/10 – A must-watch thriller that redefines the meaning of loyalty in a world built on shadows.
