Chad Stahelski acknowledges he would make the long-verified John Wick 5 “tomorrow,” if it were up to him. The most recent development update from the John Wick franchise director, however, indicates he will only make it depending on a premise that makes sense.
Speaking with Business Insider to celebrate John Wick’s tenth anniversary, Stahelski was questioned about John Wick 5 and where things were with the next neo-noir action film series release. Stahelski wants a good narrative that doesn’t betray the fans and does the franchise justice, even while he swears he’s eager to return for another sequel.
“I would do it tomorrow if we felt we had more to provide and weren’t driving away the people. Simply said, I don’t have it right now. Though I’m pleased about the other items I’m working on, nothing will ever be able to surpass this.” Great properties abound.
Stahelski also reiterated his “love” and enthusiasm for John Wick, stressing that given their great respect for the IP, he and lead actor Keanu Reeves are constantly receptive to fresh ideas. “When you fall in love, you are in love. John Wick is so beautiful. The method and the narrative capture me. Keanu and I are like, if we wake up tomorrow and there’s a great idea, we’re acting upon it. You could wager your ass,” he added.
Apart from the ending of Chapter 4 apparently verifying Wick died, Lionsgate’s announcement of the production of John Wick 5 in May of last year provides the only confirmations: Reeves will be participating and the script is under development. There were rumors this past summer that John Wick 5’s principal photography would start shortly.
Those rumors were dismissed, though, as Stahelski concentrated on finishing other projects before returning for the next sequel. Having hinted at TV and anime spinoffs, Stahelski is supervising John Wick’s franchise expansion. He is also working on a fantasy book series adaptation while slated to oversee the Highlander reboot starring Henry Cavill.
Since the title original film debuted in 2014, the John Wick series is among Lionsgate’s best success stories. Lionsgate just released an updated teaser in honor of the tenth anniversary of the first picture amid word of a partnership with Fathom Events to re-release the film in a few chosen theatres. Along with a comprehensive teaser of the Ana de Armas-led spinoff picture, Ballerina, which is set between Chapter 3 – Parabellum, fans will have another opportunity to witness John Wick when it opens theatres on Nov. 3 and Nov. 6.
John Wick: Chapter 4 Made the Franchise Most Popular Than Ever
Grossing $440 million globally and garnering multiple honors, including a Golden Globe nomination, Chapter 4 became the most critically and commercially successful John Wick chapter thus far. Apart from a possible comeback for John Wick 5, Stahelski and Reeves seem to be attached to a sequel series set following the events of Chapter 4.
Conclusion:
Based on his observations on the difficulties of creating John Wick 5, Chad Stahelski emphasizes both his enthusiasm and the difficulty of carrying on the cherished franchise. With his remark, “I’d do it tomorrow,” he reveals his love of the John Wick persona and universe. Although additional action-packed adventures are much awaited by fans, Stahelski’s candor regarding the challenges implies that the team is committed to providing a quality sequel. Although John Wick 5’s future is yet unknown, viewers may rely on the creative energies behind the show to be dedicated to producing the next installment worthy of waiting.
FAQs:
1. What did Chad Stahelski say about John Wick 5?
A. Chad Stahelski expressed eagerness, stating he’d film it tomorrow but highlighted existing challenges holding back production.
2. What are the challenges preventing John Wick 5 from happening?
A. Specific challenges weren’t detailed, but Stahelski indicated complexities in production are delaying the project.