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Keanu Reeves Returns for Animated John Wick Prequel
6 Nov
Summary
- Keanu Reeves will reprise his role as John Wick in an animated feature.
- The film will explore the legendary assassin's origin story and the 'Impossible Task'.
- Lionsgate is also developing a fifth live-action John Wick and a Caine spinoff.
Keanu Reeves will once again embody the iconic assassin John Wick in an upcoming animated feature from Lionsgate, confirming his return to the role. This prequel project aims to explore the defining moments of Wick's legendary career, specifically focusing on the 'Impossible Task'.
Shannon Tindle, known for her work on "Ultraman: Rising" and "Kubo and the Two Strings," is set to direct the animated film, with a script penned by Ryan and Kaz Firpo. Producers include Thunder Road's Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee, alongside Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves himself.
Lionsgate has further plans for the franchise, with a fifth live-action "John Wick" movie currently in development. Additionally, a standalone film is planned, centering on Donnie Yen's character, Caine, the blind assassin. The animated prequel promises to finally bring the long-referenced 'Impossible Task' to the screen.
