“Without Remorse” (2021) is an action thriller film based on the 1993 novel of the same name by Tom Clancy. Directed by Stefano Sollima, the movie stars Michael B. Jordan as John Kelly, a Navy SEAL seeking revenge for the murder of his pregnant wife.

The plot centers on John Kelly’s transformation into John Clark, one of the most prominent characters in Tom Clancy’s Ryanverse. The story begins with a mission in Syria where Kelly and his team extract a CIA operative from a Russian military installation. In retaliation for this mission, Russian operatives kill Kelly’s wife, Pam, and his unborn child, leaving Kelly critically injured.

Determined to avenge his family’s death, Kelly embarks on a relentless quest for justice. He discovers a conspiracy that runs deeper than he initially suspected, involving high-ranking government officials and international tensions. With the help of fellow SEAL Karen Greer (Jodie Turner-Smith) and CIA agent Robert Ritter (Jamie Bell), Kelly uncovers a plot that aims to incite a war between the United States and Russia.

As Kelly delves deeper into the conspiracy, he must navigate betrayal and deception while utilizing his skills as a highly trained operative. His mission becomes not just about personal revenge but also about preventing a global conflict. Throughout his journey, Kelly exhibits extraordinary combat prowess and strategic thinking, eventually uncovering the truth behind the conspiracy and those responsible for his family’s murder.

“Without Remorse” blends intense action sequences with a gripping narrative of vengeance and redemption, setting the stage for Kelly’s evolution into John Clark, a key figure in the broader Clancy universe. The film explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the moral complexities of warfare.