"John Wick 4" is an upcoming American action thriller film, directed by Chad Stahelski and written by Shay Hatten and Michael Finch. The film is the fourth installment in the "John Wick" franchise, and it continues the story of the legendary assassin, John Wick, as he navigates through the dangerous and deadly criminal underworld. The film is produced by Thunder Road Pictures and Lionsgate, and it is set to be released on May 27, 2022.
The Plot
The plot of "John Wick 4" is still under wraps, and the filmmakers have kept the details of the story a closely guarded secret. However, based on the events of the previous films, we can assume that the story will pick up where "John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum" left off.
At the end of "Parabellum," John Wick (Keanu Reeves) had just been declared "excommunicado" and was on the run from the entire criminal underworld. With a $14 million bounty on his head, John was forced to fight for survival against waves of skilled assassins who were all after him.
It's unclear what challenges John will face in "John Wick 4," but we can expect to see more intense action scenes, high-stakes gun battles, and intricate fight choreography. The film will likely delve deeper into the mythology and lore of the "John Wick" universe, as we learn more about the rules and codes that govern the assassin world.
The Cast
Keanu Reeves returns to play the titular character, John Wick, and he is joined by a talented cast of actors and actresses. Some of the returning cast members include:
Ian McShane as Winston: The owner of the Continental Hotel, a neutral ground for assassins.
Lance Reddick as Charon: The concierge of the Continental Hotel.
Laurence Fishburne as the Bowery King: A powerful figure in the criminal underworld who has a history with John.
Mark Dacascos as Zero: A skilled assassin who was hired to kill John in "Parabellum."
Asia Kate Dillon as the Adjudicator: A member of the High Table, the governing body of the assassin world.
Halle Berry as Sofia: An assassin who owes a debt to John.
The film also features several new cast members, including:
Donnie Yen: A legendary martial artist and actor who has appeared in films like "Ip Man" and "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story." Yen will reportedly play an old friend of John's who helps him navigate through the criminal underworld.
Bill Skarsgård: A Swedish actor who is best known for his role as Pennywise the Clown in the "It" franchise. Skarsgård's role in "John Wick 4" has not been revealed.
Hiroyuki Sanada: A Japanese actor who has appeared in films like "The Wolverine" and "Avengers: Endgame." Sanada's role in "John Wick 4" has not been revealed.
The Production
"John Wick 4" is directed by Chad Stahelski, who also directed the previous films in the franchise. Stahelski is a former stuntman and martial artist, and his expertise in these fields has helped to make the "John Wick" films some of the most visually stunning and action-packed movies in recent years.
The film is produced by Thunder Road Pictures and Lionsgate, and it was originally scheduled to be released in May 2021. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the release date was pushed back to May 27, 2022.
The film is currently in production, and filming began in June 2023.
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