Since its debut in 2022, Reacher has emerged as a breakout hit for Prime Video , becoming one of the streamer's most-watched returning shows over three seasons. Although one might suspect that the Alan Ritchson -led action series is one of the more expensive TV productions for Prime Video, that's not the case. Despite Reacher 's incredible setpieces, stunning production values, and elaborate stunt work, the highest-budgeted Prime Video action series to date is actually Citadel — but how did this project become one of the most expensive television shows in history ?

'Citadel' Suffered From Various Production Issues

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Citadel possessed a strong pedigree, starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra as two rogue spies, as well as great

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