Lionsgate has officially announced the development of John Wick 5, confirming that the 60-year-old Keanu Reeves will reprise his iconic role as the legendary hitman. The exciting news was shared by Adam Fogelson, the chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, during a presentation at CinemaCon. The project is in its early stages, with Thunder Road producers Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee, along with franchise director and producer Chad Stahelski, and star and producer Keanu Reeves all set to return. While no specific release date has been announced, fans can look forward to another thrilling installment in the beloved series.
The decision to greenlight another mainline John Wick movie comes as no surprise, given the phenomenal success of John Wick: Chapter 4, which grossed over $440 million worldwide. Each film in the franchise has managed to outperform its predecessor, a rare achievement in the film industry. However, the announcement raises questions about the narrative direction, especially considering the conclusive ending of John Wick: Chapter 4.
Warning! Spoilers for John Wick: Chapter 4 follow.