Studio Confirms Multiple Spinoffs in Development, Including John Wick 5

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Lionsgate confirms that scripting began for John Wick 5 right as the WGA strike started, and it has now resumed following the strike's conclusion.

In addition to the spinoff movie Ballerina featuring Ana de Armas, there are further confirmed developments of various John Wick spinoff projects following The Continental. Director Chad Stahelski and star Keanu Reeves have indicated their potential involvement in John Wick 5, emphasizing that they will only commit if the story holds substantial value.

John Wick 5 receives a positive update on the script and more spinoffs within the franchise are confirmed to be under development. After the thrilling conclusion of John Wick: Chapter 4, which left fans in suspense, the world of the assassin series was expanded with the release of the spinoff show, The Continental, and the upcoming movie Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas. While Lionsgate wasted no time in announcing a fifth installment in the Keanu Reeves saga, Reeves and director Chad Stahelski have been more cautious when discussing their involvement in future films.

During a recent earnings call (via ComicBook.com), Lionsgate Motion Picture Group Chair Joe Drake provided an update on John Wick 5 and hinted at future expansions within the franchise. It appears that the fifth film is now in the script stage, following the conclusion of the Writers Guild of America strike, and additional spinoffs are also in the works. See Drake's full statement below:

We have several spin-offs and a fifth installment of Wick on the horizon. We began working on it during the writer's strike and resumed as soon as it concluded on the Wick side.

What's Been Said About John Wick 5

After the box office success of John Wick: Chapter 4, it was not surprising when Lionsgate announced the development of a fifth film. However, the fourth installment ended with Reeves' character appearing to succumb to his wounds after a duel with Donnie Yen's character, Caine. The ambiguous ending of John Wick: Chapter 4 leaves room for the character's potential return, but comments from Stahelski and Reeves suggested that they intended the fourth film to be the conclusion of the assassin's story.

Now, approximately eight months after the release of the latest installment, which is now available for streaming on STARZ, Stahelski's responses regarding John Wick 5 have been slightly different. While Reeves has been unable to comment due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, which recently ended, Stahelski has expressed a willingness to return, but only if the story aligns with their vision.

"We have an abundance of ideas," Stahelski recently stated in an interview with Inverse, "However, we have yet to finalize a concrete storyline." When asked about Reeves' potential return, Stahelski confidently affirmed, "If we had a compelling narrative, Keanu would eagerly take on the role again." Building on the recent update from Drake, it appears that the production company is actively searching for the perfect plot to reunite this dynamic duo for another thrilling adventure. While the possibility of John Wick 5 materializing remains uncertain, it is evident that Lionsgate is eager to capitalize on the immense popularity of this beloved franchise.

Editor's P/S

As a Gen Z netizen, I am thrilled to hear about the confirmation of multiple spinoffs in development for the John Wick franchise, including John Wick 5. The action-packed franchise has captivated audiences with its intense fight scenes, stylish visuals, and charismatic characters, and I am excited to see what new stories and characters will be introduced in the upcoming spinoffs.

The announcement of John Wick 5 is particularly exciting, as it suggests that the story of the legendary assassin is not over yet. Despite the ambiguous ending of John Wick: Chapter 4, it seems that there is still more to be explored in this dark and gritty world. I am curious to see how the filmmakers will bring John Wick back from the brink and what new challenges he will face.