The John Wick series still only consists of the direct sequels with Keanu Reeves in the leading role. At the latest after John Wick: Chapter 4, which is currently in cinemas, the franchise splits up. John Wick 5 is coming. In addition, a series and a spin-off are firmly planned. There are also a number of rumours. Here you get an overview of the rapidly growing contract killer universe. Spoilers follow.
The Main Series: When is John Wick 5 Coming?
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John Wick: Chapter 5 was supposed to be filmed alongside John Wick 4. Nothing came of it, but the scrapped plan bodes well for the future of the series. Another part from the main series with Keanu Reeves will follow – no matter how part 4 ended.
The first series spin-off: the start and story of The Continental
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The Continental is a prequel. The three-part event series focuses on the history of Winston Scott, who wants to seize the iconic hitman hotel in New York in 1975. Mel Gibson plays a major role in the series. Here you come to the cast. In Germany, the series runs on Amazon Prime Video.
The first film spin-off: Launch and concept of Ballerina
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Ana de Armas in No Time To Die
Ballerina is a classic spin-off, except the main character hasn’t appeared in the universe yet. The plot: A young woman, who was brought up as a contract killer, goes in search of the murderers of her family. The main actress: Ana de Armas from the last Bond film. Keanu Reeves, among others, is set to make a cameo appearance in the film.
The yet-to-be-announced new spin-off: Rina vs. Caine?
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Erica Lee, a producer from the John Wick circle, spoke about the further plans in the universe. Another spin-off will be announced in the next two months. Most obvious: A film about Akira, Caine or Akira vs. Caine. In the post-credits scene of John Wick 4, Akira (Rina Sawayama) and Caine (Donnie Yen) confront each other. John Wick’s two allies still have a score to settle. Caine killed Akira’s father. The revenge film writes itself.
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Those are all just the solid and most likely ways to expand the John Wick universe. The possibilities are endless. In recent years, the action series has built a dense mythology around the actually simple assassin plot. Even if Keanu Reeves were to eventually step down, the universe might go on.