A great news for John Wick fans has been shared by Chad Stahelski. The John Wick Anime adaptation film is under production and it will be a prequel film.
John Wick has been one of the best film series in the action genre. Keanu Reeves is the main character of John Wick who plays the role of a retired Hitman. Chad Stahelski is the director of the main John Wick films. Over the years, John Wick has been adapted into Television Series and Video Games. The next release from the John Wick franchise has been revealed and it will be an anime adaptation.
The John Wick Anime Adaptation will be released as a prequel film and it will focus on the main character’s past life as a Hitman. The prequel will showcase why John Wick retired as a Hitman after his marriage. Fans of John Wick can witness their idol’s badass avatar in the upcoming feature film. Chad Stahelski also confirmed the anime film is under production while speaking to The Hollywood Reporter.
Though the John Wick series has had multiple sequels, the real story of the Hitman will only be revealed in a prequel. Chad Stahelski also revealed there will be a John Wick TV Series and Spin-off apart from the anime feature film. Fans of John Wick are in for a massive treat as there are many upcoming shows from the series.
What’s the Story of John Wick?
John Wick is a riveting neo-noir action film. It’s a story of emotion and vengeance. Keanu Reeves plays John Wick, a retired Hitman whose life changes after his wife and pet dog are killed. John Wick was a Hitman before his marriage and he retired from the mafia after her wife’s request. John Wick lost his wife to cancer. The pet dog was John Wick’s wife’s last gift to him, and he decides to take revenge on thugs from Russia. During the incident, the thugs also looted John Wick’s car and this propelled his anger.
Losef Tarasov and his gang members are the ones who attack John Wick and kill his dog. John Wick gets to know about Losef and his father, Viggo Tarasov, the leader of New York City’s Russian mafia. It is also revealed that John Wick worked under this mafia before his marriage. Viggo Tarasov decides to kill John Wick and he sets a bounty on him. As the story moves, a battle brews between the Wick and Tarasov. In the end, John Wick completes his revenge and adopts a new pet dog.
John Wick Anime Film Release Date
As of now, there is no release date for the John Wick Anime prequel film. The feature film is under production and is in the advanced development stage, according to Chad Stahelski. The John Wick Anime Film will be released in the second half of 2025, but the chances are low. Sources indicate the John Wick prequel film will hit the cinemas in 2026.
What is the Story of John Wick’s Anime Prequel Film?
An official premise for the John Wick prequel film is not available. Chad Stahelski told the reporter that it will focus on the Hitman’s past life and why he left the criminal organization. John Wick retired as a Hitman because of the Impossible Task. The new John Wick prequel film will explore the Impossible Task fully and showcase the past events before his marriage.
John Wick Anime Film – Cast & Crew
As of now, an official cast and crew for the John Wick prequel film have not been revealed. Chad Stahelski will be the director. The Voice Cast, Production House, and Crew will be revealed in 2025.
The John Wick anime film news has been trending on social media for the past 2 days. The prequel film already has a huge buzz and fans of John Wick are in for a treat as three new films are gearing up for release. The John Wick TV series from Amazon is also under production. The spin-off John Wick film, From the World of John Wick: Ballerina, will be released in June 2025 and it features Ana De Armas in the lead role. Stay tuned to Animeking for more Manga and Anime news.
FAQ
As of now, there is no update regarding the release date of the John Wick animated film. It will be released in 2026 based on reports
Yes, the John Wick anime film will release in India and foreign countries. As of now, there is no official update regarding the cast and crew for the John Wick Prequel Film.