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John Wick Prequel Anime Explores Assassin's Retirement

Oct 23, 2024 4:03 PM

A new John Wick anime film is in development, focusing on how the iconic assassin managed to retire from his deadly career. Initially planned as a TV series, director Chad Stahelski confirmed in a recent interview that the project has been restructured into a film format. This prequel will explore the "impossible task" that leads John Wick to retire for love. Stahelski's passion for Japanese anime drives this creative direction, allowing for unique storytelling and action sequences. Alongside this project, further developments in the John Wick universe include a sequel TV series and a spin-off titled Ballerina, set to release next year.

What is the focus of the new John Wick anime film?

The new John Wick anime film will focus on how the titular character managed to retire, detailing the difficult task he undertook to embrace a life away from assassination.

John Wick is a successful action film franchise starring Keanu Reeves, known for its stylish action sequences and rich world-building. The original film was released in 2014 and has spawned multiple sequels, earning a strong fanbase and critical acclaim. With the franchise continuing to expand into varied media, including spin-offs and animated adaptations, its influence on contemporary action cinema remains significant.



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N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-10-23 16:30:04
That’s super exciting news I love the idea of blending John Wick's world with anime—there's so much potential for both intense action and deep storytelling in that format.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-10-23 16:24:02
I love that the John Wick universe is branching out into anime – it's such a perfect medium for that blend of style and action Plus, exploring his retirement backstory could bring some refreshing depth to the beloved character we all know.
Mr. Bison Mr. Bison commented on: 2024-10-23 16:12:03
I'm really intrigued by the idea of a John Wick anime film—it could offer some seriously slick action and style that fans are craving. Plus, exploring that impossible task of retirement sounds like a fresh take that could deepen the character's backstory while straying into some visually stunning territory
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