The John Wick franchise is far from ending its thrilling journey, with Lionsgate recently announcing that John Wick 5 is officially underway. Jenefer Brown, studio’s EVP and head of Global Products and Experiences, confirmed the development but remained silent on whether Keanu Reeves would reprise his role as the legendary Baba Yaga. Equally uncertain is the return of director Chad Stahelski, adding to the speculation surrounding the forthcoming installment.
The explosive conclusion of John Wick: Chapter 4 left fans with questions, as the iconic hitman seemed to meet his end. Yet, in the universe of John Wick, death is rarely the end. This uncertainty only intensifies the excitement and curiosity about Keanu Reeves’ potential comeback.
While fans await updates on Reeves, the John Wick universe continues to expand. Ballerina, a spin-off starring Ana de Armas as Eve, is set to hit screens on June 6. The film promises a brief but exciting return of Keanu Reeves as John Wick. Joining the stellar cast are Norman Reedus as Pine, Ian McShane, and the late Lance Reddick, reprising their roles as Winston and Charon. Additionally, Donnie Yen’s character, Caine, will also receive his own spin-off, with Yen reportedly in talks to direct the film himself, merging his martial arts expertise with the franchise’s distinctive action style.
Brown expressed enthusiasm for future projects, stating, “Up next, of course, is Ballerina, our first spin-off movie, and we can’t wait for that to release to the world. We’ve announced a fifth John Wick film in development. I think there are more spin-offs to come, including a TV series and a video game. We’re all on bated breath waiting to find out.”
Keanu Reeves, on the other hand, has been careful about committing to another film, previously hinting that John’s journey seemed complete. Despite his deep affection for the role, the physically demanding stunts increasingly challenge him as he approaches 60.
Reeves’ calendar remains packed with projects, including BRZRKR, an action-heavy film, and his ongoing role in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise as Shadow the Hedgehog, leaving fans to wonder where John Wick might fit into his busy schedule.
The potential return of Keanu Reeves as John Wick would undoubtedly invigorate the franchise, thrilling fans eager to see more of their favorite hitman. Whether or not Reeves reprises his role, the robust expansion of the Wick universe ensures that there will be no shortage of exciting stories and characters to explore.
