Paramount Pictures releases the very first poster for the Jack Reacher film featuring Tom Cruise in the title role. See the poster after the jump.

From The New York Times bestselling author Lee Child comes one of the most compelling heroes to step from novel to screen—ex-military investigator Jack Reacher (Tom Cruise).

The story begins when a gunman takes five lives with six shots, all evidence points to the suspect in custody. On interrogation, the suspect offers up a single note: “Get Jack Reacher!” So begins an extraordinary chase for the truth, pitting Jack Reacher against an unexpected enemy, with a skill for violence and a secret to keep.

The ensemble of cast includes Tom Cruise, Rosamund Pike, Richard Jenkins, Werner Herzog, David Oyelowo and Robert Duvall. Jack Reacher will open nationwide on January 8, 2013 and is a United International Picture released through Solar Entertainment Corporation.