Breaking Down the Transphobia and Toxic Masculinity of 'Jack Ryan'

Amazon's Jack Ryan reboot recently came under fire from the trans and queer community for casually using a transphobic slur during its third episode. Coupled with accusations of misogyny, the queer criticism of Jack Ryan showcases how the show doubles down on ideals of toxic masculinity. However, the series' transphobic "joke" hides a much deeper disregard and belittlement of the very real dangers that transgender people face.

In her latest Nerd Out, Jessie Gender breaks down how Jack Ryan's transphobic and toxic masculinity is emblematic of a pervasive disdain for and misunderstanding of transgender issues within much of mainstream media.