Exciting news for John Wick fans: it’s time to get ready for something completely new in the franchise. Chad Stahelski, the genius behind all the legendary series, recently revealed that a John Wick anime prequel is in the works. Yep, you heard that right—anime. While we’ve seen John face impossible odds on screen, this upcoming project will take us deeper into his violent past in a way we haven’t experienced before.
What’s the John Wick Anime About?
What makes this upcoming anime particularly intriguing is that it will finally explore one of the most mysterious and legendary aspects of John Wick’s backstory—the infamous “impossible task,”—the job that let John Wick retire and (briefly) live a normal life. It’s been a huge mystery in the films, and now we’ll get to see how it all went down. Stahelski confirmed this during an interview, hinting that the anime will explore parts of that mission, which is something we’ve all been dying to see.
Why Anime as the Medium?
So, why go the anime route instead of another live-action movie? According to Stahelski, anime offers unique storytelling opportunities that a live-action format might not. It gives the team more creative freedom to push the limits. ‘We can be a little bit more crazy and nutty,’ he said, referring to how anime allows for over-the-top action that might not translate as well in live-action. Plus, it opens up a whole new world of possibilities for telling stories in the Wick universe and keeps things fresh without repeating the same formula.
With the John Wick universe expanding fast—The Continental series, Ballerina, and now this anime—there’s so much to look forward to. While details about the anime’s release date and exact plot are still under wraps, one thing is clear: fans are in for a treat as the Wick universe continues to expand. Whether you’re in it for the action, the lore, or the beautifully choreographed chaos, this anime prequel promises to deliver.
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