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John Wick
John Wick is an American action thriller franchise created by Derek Kolstad and centred on the legendary assassin John Wick, portrayed by Keanu Reeves.
Launched in 2014, the series follows the retired hitman as he is drawn back into the criminal underworld after a personal tragedy, uncovering the secretive global network of assassins governed by the High Table. Renowned for its intricately choreographed “gun fu” action sequences, stylised world-building and practical stunt work, the franchise has redefined the modern action genre.
Expanding beyond the original films with spin-offs including The Continental and Ballerina, John Wick has become one of the most influential and commercially successful action franchises of the 21st century.
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More About John Wick
John Wick follows a retired assassin who returns to the criminal underworld after the death of his wife and the killing of his dog, becoming embroiled in a vast network of assassins governed by the High Table.
There are four main John Wick films: John Wick (2014), John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) and John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023). The franchise has also expanded with spin-offs including The Continental and Ballerina.
The franchise is celebrated for its innovative action choreography, practical stunt work, immersive mythology, distinctive visual style and Keanu Reeves' acclaimed performance, helping redefine the modern action film.