The Unforgettable Action Sequences of the John Wick Franchise

The Evolution of Action in the John Wick Franchise

The John Wick films are filled with great action. The John Wick franchise brings something special, innovative, and jaw-dropping to its action sequences with each new installment, and all four movies have at least a few stand-out fight scenes. John Wick successfully built upon itself, with each entry doing better both critically and financially, culminating in 2023's John Wick: Chapter 4, which seemingly saw an end to the character. While the franchise has continued on TV and in 2024's upcoming spin-off, Ballerina, the four-film saga of John Wick will be remembered for having some of the best action in modern Hollywood filmmaking.

John Wick fighting killa in the rain in John Wick 4

What makes the fight scenes in John Wick stand out among other action films is their commitment to beautiful choreography, and using movement to communicate the story. The best fight scenes do more than just look visually engrossing; they also reveal core aspects of the characters, and in the best of cases, are surprisingly funny in how they can throw the titular hero around. As the four John Wick movies go on, the budgets get bigger, and so do the action scenes, but there are still incredible movements from the earlier films that stand out in the franchise.

John Wick stares at Killa as he holds him at gunpoint, and Caine looks away as he holds Killa at gunpoint

John Wick (2014), John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), and John Wick: Chapter 3 \\u2013 Parabellum (2019) are all available to stream on Netflix. John Wick: Chapter 4 is available to stream on Starz.

John Wick with a gun in the The Club Himmel und Hölle

Stand-Out Action Sequences

The John Wick franchise is renowned for its unforgettable action sequences that have left a lasting impact on audiences. From the sleek and exciting action of the first movie to the elaborate and visually stunning scenes in the later installments, each film has brought something unique to the table.

John Wick enters a hall of mirrors in John Wick 2

Let's take a closer look at some of the most memorable action sequences from the franchise:

Keanu Reeves as John Wick, Halle Berry as Sophia and Dog in John Wick 3 Parabellum

Iconic Moments in the John Wick Franchise

The John Wick franchise has produced some of the most iconic and influential action moments in recent film history. These moments have redefined the genre and set new standards for action filmmaking.

John Wick being chased by a car in Paris in John Wick 4

Here are some of the standout action sequences that have solidified the John Wick franchise as a powerhouse in the world of action cinema:

Keanu Reeves as John Wick in John Wick 2's Catacombs scene