The most inventive action series in recent years,John Wickis returning for another adventure, though perhaps not in the way that fans anticipated. Director of the franchise,Chad Stahelski, recently announced, via Discussing Film onX(formerly Twitter), that next on the docket will be a documentary exploring the world of the prolific assassin. This news comes on the 10th anniversary of the little franchise that could. While many names likeKeanu ReevesandDavid Leitchwere attached to the firstJohn Wicksaga film, the revenge story almost didn’t get made.
Right before the deadline for financing,John Wickwas short $6 million. It was only by the grace ofEva Longoria, who contributed the amount out of her own pocket, did the film make it into production. Since then, theJohn Wickfranchisehas produced three sequels, a limited television series, and now a spin-off film entitledBallerina. For die-hard fans, there is even more content in store with a behind-the-scenes look at the immersive world.
“I have a few things coming up, some surprises, some not,” Stahelski announced. “We have a documentary coming out about the making of all theJohn Wicks.” While there is anoptimistic update on aJohn Wick 5, this news has the potential to open up the franchise even further.
‘John Wick’ Has Limitless Possibilities
Even since the first film,John Wickhas set itself apart from other revenge moviesof its kind. Not only has John’s (Keanu Reeves) destructive anger over the death of his dog been one of the most relatable motivations for a character of all time, but he lives in an expansive world that feels fleshed out and lived in. Chad Stahelski and his team have a real vision of what John’s world is like and they keep delivering.
A heightened reality where there is an underground network of assassins and tattooed hipsters working the bounty boards, it’s safe to say there is nothing else like theJohn Wickfranchise. This reason alone is why there have been so many sequels andupcomingJohn Wickspin-offsthat fans return to again and again. A documentary is the next logical step to get even more detail into how this world came to be. Everyone knows the classic story of Stahelski and Reeves being long-time collaborators in the stunt game, but to learn howJohn Wickcame to be would be a real treat for fans. Information about the documentary is limited at this time, but viewers can stay tuned to Collider for any updates.John Wickis available to rent or purchase on all digital platforms.
John Wick is a former hitman grieving the loss of his true love. When his home is broken into, robbed, and his dog killed, he is forced to return to action to exact revenge.
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