Keanu Reeves as John Wick in ‘John Wick: Chapter 4.’ Photo Credit: Murray Close.
John Wick is back and it is even more action-packed than ever. Can he ever earn his freedom and finally be released from the grasp of the High Table?
Following the events of 2019’s ‘John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum’, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) is seeking out the new head of the High Table, Marquis Vincent de Gramont (Bill Skarsgård). With a hefty price on his head and hundreds of assassins go after Wick, including his old friend Caine – a blind assassin – Wick is in for the biggest and longest battle yet.
“No way back, one way out.”
John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances… Read the Plot
‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ see the return of Keanu Reeves (‘The Matrix Resurrections’) as John Wick, Ian McShane (‘My Father’s Dragon’) as Winston Scott, the late Lance Reddick (‘Jonah Hex’) as Charon, Laurence Fishburne (‘Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur’) as Bowery King, and brand new cast members including Bill Skarsgård (‘Barbarian’) as Marquis Vincent de Gramont, Donnie Yen (‘Sakra’) as Caine, Hiroyuki Sanada (‘Bullet Train’) as Shimazu, Rina Sawayama as Akira, and Shamier Anderson (‘Bruised’) as Mr. Nobody.
The official synopsis for ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ is below:
“John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes.”
‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ opened to $73.8 million domestically, making it the highest opening grossing movie in the ‘John Wick’ franchise’. It is certified Tomatoe-meter fresh with a 91% score from critics, 93% from the audience, and 95% from Moviefone. The fourth installment has grossed $180 million domestically and $406 million worldwide since its release.
Keanu Reeves as John Wick in ‘John Wick: Chapter 4.’ Photo Credit: Murray Close.
The Most Intense Fight Scenes Of The Franchise
The ‘John Wick’ franchise has come a long way since the 2014 film where the former assassin was seeking revenge from those who murdered his beagle puppy, a gift from his late wife Helen (Bridget Moynahan). The film is known for its intricate “Gun-fu” fight choreography, carefully crafted by director and stuntman Chad Stahleski and his stunt team.
Working with stunt coordinators Scott Rogers and Stephen Dunlevy, who have over 30 years of experience in the industry, they created some of the most stunning fight sequences of the franchise including one involving a weapon named “Dragon’s Breath”. This scene takes place later on in the film and gives the audience a top-down view of the fight, something that has not been done yet in the franchise.
The cameras had to be rigged on wires over the set in order to shoot it from the top-down. The walls of the set had to be built shorter in order for the camera rig to be set up correctly for the scene. And the “Dragon’s Breath” weapon? It was a modified shotgun that shot fireballs. Each time it fired, it would ignite the victims on fire in a flurry of flames and sparks. Paired with the heart-thumping music, making this scene quite the spectacle.
Donnie Yen as Caine in ‘John Wick: Chapter 4.’ Photo Credit: Murray Close.
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Another intense – and long – fight scene was the one that took place at the iconic Rue Foyatier. It is a 222-step staircase that leads to the Sacré-Coeur. Wick has a time limit to reach the top of the stairs, and it wasn’t just the endless staircase that stood in his way. Countless assassins show up at the Rue Foyatier to try to claim the hefty bounty that’s been placed on the Baba Yaga. Just when Wick finally sees the top of the stairs, he receives a kick that sends it all the way back to the bottom. For the safety of the actor, Reeves’ stunt double Vincent Bouillon made the fall.
Finally, there’s the incredible John Wick verses cars sequence at the Arc de Troimphe. Filled with busy traffic of Paris, Wick is dodging endless cars and Garmont’s goons while taking a few hits himself. This scene was accomplished with group of 50 stunt drivers from all over the world, two camera crews, and countless hours of rehearsal.
(L to R) Ian McShane as Winston, Keanu Reeves as John Wick, and director Chad Stahelski on the set of ‘John Wick: Chapter 4.’ Photo Credit: Murray Close.
Where Can I Watch ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’?
The film premiered in London on March 6, 2023 and was released theatrically in the United States on March 23, 2023. Originally, the film was slated to release in 2021 but was delayed due to COVID. ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ has a total runtime of 2 hours and 49 minutes. It is the fourth film in the ‘John Wick’ franchise. You can still experience the action-thriller on the big screen. Be sure to check below for showtimes in your area.
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Watch the official trailers for ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ below:
For any fans of the franchise, this is definitely a film to watch on the big screen. But for those who wants to experience the movie from the comfort of their home, we’ve got good new for you. ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ will be available on digital starting May 23.
Where To Watch: ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Online
Looking to complete your ‘John Wick’ Blu-ray collection? Physical release of the movie will be on June 13 in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD. The Blu-ray will include a ton of special features such as a featurette featuring director Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves called “Chad and Keanu: Through Wick and Thin”, a weapons training featurette, behind the scene look at set design, costumes, fight choreography, exploring Donnie Yen’s character Caine and much more.
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We just can’t get enough of the world of John Wick. Lucky for us, the spin-off series ‘The Continental’ will stream on Peacock this September, and the spin-off film ‘Ballerina’ starring Ana de Armas (‘Ghosted’) in 2024, which will feature an appearance from John Wick himself.
Keanu Reeves as John Wick in ‘John Wick: Chapter 4.’ Photo Credit: Murray Close.
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