Although Keanu Reeves said he wanted to make John Wick 5, he stated that he had physical difficulties. The continuation of the legendary series remains uncertain.
Keanu Reeves, John Wick 5 He made statements that were both exciting and saddening. Speaking to CBS News, the famous actor stated that his heart wanted to make the fifth movie of the series, but physical fatigue and especially problems with his knees might prevent him from doing so. Reeves both gave his fans hope and made them think with his words, “My heart wants it, but my knees are saying ‘I can’t do another one’ right now.”
Uncertainty Continues for John Wick 5
Reeves stated that he was physically and emotionally exhausted after the fourth film of the series. Especially the difficulties brought by high action scenes in every movie have worn the actor out. “Making these movies is incredibly tiring,” Reeves said. “I feel almost exhausted at the end of the shooting,” he said.
John Wick: Chapter 4, released in 2024, completed the character’s story with an ambiguous ending. Although the movie contains scenes indicating the death of John Wick, fans of the series think that this ending is not certain. Director Chad Stahelski also stated that they shot an alternative ending and that in test screenings, audiences preferred the open-ended ending.
Keanu Reeves will appear before the audience again with his John Wick character in the side story called Ballerina, which will be released on June 6, 2025. While this movie expands the John Wick universe, it may give clues about the future of the series. However, it is stated that Lionsgate does not have a clear plan for John Wick 5.
Despite Reeves’ statements, fans remain hopeful for John Wick’s return. Lionsgate has previously expressed a desire to continue the series. However, Reeves’ physical limitations and exhausting shooting processes make the future of the series uncertain.