No, "Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" is not the first movie featuring the character Jack Ryan. It was released in 2014 and serves as a reboot of the Jack Ryan film series. The character, created by author Tom Clancy, first appeared in the 1990 film "The Hunt for Red October," played by Alec Baldwin. Other actors, including Harrison Ford and Ben Affleck, have portrayed Ryan in subsequent films. "Shadow Recruit" explores a younger version of the character's origin story.

"Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" is a 2014 action-thriller directed by Kenneth Branagh, featuring Chris Pine as the titular character. The film received mixed reviews, with some praising its action sequences and performances, particularly by Pine and Branagh, while others criticized the plot as formulaic and lacking depth. It serves as a reboot of the Jack Ryan franchise, introducing a younger version of the character. If you're a fan of spy thrillers and action films, it might be worth a watch, but it may not satisfy those looking for a more nuanced story.

"Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" was filmed in various locations, primarily in the United States and Europe. Key filming locations included New York City, where many urban scenes were shot, and several locations in London, England, which served as a backdrop for various international scenes. Additional filming took place in Istanbul, Turkey, to depict scenes set in Russia. The diverse locations helped create the film's global espionage atmosphere.