URGENT UPDATE: Carlton Cuse, co-creator of the hit series Jack Ryan, has responded to a viral clip from the show’s 2019 Season 2, which eerily mirrors recent real-world events in Venezuela. This comes on the heels of a U.S. military operation leading to the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
The clip, which has resurfaced online, features CIA analyst Jack Ryan declaring Venezuela as “a major threat on the world stage” due to its abundant oil and mineral wealth. “Venezuela is arguably the single greatest resource of oil and minerals on the planet,” he says, highlighting the country’s humanitarian crisis, where poverty has surged “by almost 400%” and the economy has been cut “by half.”
In an exclusive statement to Deadline, Cuse reacted to the clip’s renewed attention. He stated, “What always surprises you as a storyteller is how often real-world events catch up to fiction.” He clarified that the intent behind the storyline was not to predict the future, but to portray the complex geopolitical landscape of Venezuela.
Cuse noted that the narrative, developed over seven years ago, was crafted to explore the nation’s strategic relevance, rather than to forecast specific outcomes. “We weren’t making a statement — we were telling a fictional character-driven thriller,” he explained.
The plot involved the fictional president being removed from power after a confrontation in the presidential palace, followed by an election. While the show’s climax features a helicopter infiltration leading to regime change, the recent real-life event involved a direct military action by the United States.
Cuse reflected on the implications of U.S. military intervention, stating, “Any time the United States uses force abroad, it’s a moment that deserves reflection. The consequences are borne most significantly by people who have very little control over events.” He expressed hope for stability and peace for the Venezuelan populace.
As tensions rise and international scrutiny intensifies, viewers and critics alike are left to ponder the intersection of fiction and reality in today’s rapidly changing geopolitical climate. This story continues to develop, and many are watching closely as the situation unfolds.
For ongoing updates, stay tuned as we monitor this unfolding story and its implications on global affairs.
