The Exclusive Insight: John Wick Director Reveals Groundbreaking Future Approach with Keanu Reeves
John Wick director, Chad Stahelski, and Keanu Reeves are gearing up for the fifth film, but their return hinges on a single condition Get ready for more action-packed installments as they collaborate once again!
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Director Chad Stahelski hints at the possibility of a John Wick 5, but acknowledges that a good story is crucial before moving forward.
Stahelski and Keanu Reeves are willing to continue the franchise if there is a compelling story to tell.
The John Wick movies' success is credited to the support from fans and a studio that is eager to explore new paths within the universe, such as the upcoming spin-off film Ballerina.
Director Chad Stahelski has finally spoken up about the highly anticipated John Wick 5 and the future of the beloved franchise with Keanu Reeves. Fans can expect thrilling new developments in the action-packed film series, which has already seen great success with its first three installments. In John Wick: Chapter 4, Reeves once again dazzles audiences with his portrayal of the formidable assassin, leaving fans questioning the character's fate and eagerly anticipating the planned spinoffs and the future of the franchise as a whole.
In a recent interview with Inverse, director Stahelski discussed the possibility of a fifth installment in the John Wick franchise. While not confirmed, Stahelski explained that he and Reeves are considering it, but there are factors that make it uncertain. Stahelski mentioned having numerous ideas for potential John Wick movies, including numbers 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9, but emphasized the importance of having a solid story before proceeding. He expressed no interest in simply bringing back the character for the sake of profit. Stahelski confirmed that Reeves would be involved in future John Wick movies if they had a compelling story, leaving the possibility open. The studio also desires another film.
Stahelski highlighted the importance of fans and their impact on the franchise's success. He emphasized that they would not release another John Wick film unless they had a compelling story to tell. "Keanu and I are always interested, but we take our time to assess if we have something worth watching," he explained. Additionally, the studio backing the franchise has shown genuine interest in exploring new possibilities, not just driven by financial motives. They have been extremely supportive, allowing the team to branch out this year.
Over the past decade, the John Wick film series has received widespread critical acclaim, and each movie has outperformed its predecessor. The most recent installment, John Wick: Chapter 4, achieved tremendous success at the box office, generating over $432 million globally on a modest production budget of $100 million. It stands as the highest-grossing film in the franchise. While there is no official confirmation regarding a fifth movie, the John Wick universe will continue to expand with the spin-off film, Ballerina.
The film, featuring Ana de Armas in the protagonist role, is situated chronologically between John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4. In this movie, de Armas plays the character of Rooney, a ballerina assassin who seeks vengeance against her mother's murderers. Undoubtedly, fans are eagerly anticipating the fresh direction that the John Wick universe will take with this upcoming spinoff. However, it remains to be seen whether Ballerina will be able to captivate audiences in the same manner as the mainline franchise. You can stream the John Wick movies on Lionsgate Play.
Source: Inverse
