Is the ‘John Wick’ Franchise Shifting Away from the ‘High Table’ in Its 5th Installment?
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Synopsis
The ‘John Wick’ franchise is set for a bold transformation in its fifth installment, leaving the High Table storyline behind. Director Chad Stahelski hints at exciting new narratives, while fans can anticipate a slew of related content to keep the adrenaline pumping until the film's release.
Key Takeaways
- A new narrative direction for ‘John Wick 5’
- High Table storyline concluded
- ‘Ballerina’ set to release on June 6
- Animated prequel and TV show coming
- Director promises an exciting experience
Los Angeles, May 7 (NationPress) The ‘John Wick’ franchise is embarking on a new narrative journey for its fifth installment, which might surprise its audience.
Director Chad Stahelski revealed that the upcoming fifth chapter of ‘John Wick’ will be “truly different”, as the High Table arc from the previous films has reached its natural conclusion, according to ‘Variety’.
In an interview with ‘Empire’ magazine, he stated, “The saga of ‘John Wick’ was pretty wrapped up. So the only way to do a (fifth film) is to have a new story that involves John Wick. It’s not a continuation of the High Table. John dealt with his grief. It will be really different, and everybody (will) see the trailer and go, ‘Holy f***… I gotta see that.”
Fortunately, fans can look forward to a wealth of John Wick content to keep them entertained until the fifth film arrives. This includes ‘Ballerina’ featuring Ana de Armas, a TV series titled ‘Under The High Table’, and an animated prequel that explores Wick’s departure from the life of an assassin.
Stahelski emphasized that both the High Table series and the animated feature will significantly contribute to the setup for ‘John Wick 5’.
The next installment in the Wick-verse is ‘Ballerina’, which premieres on June 6. Set after ‘John Wick: Chapter 3’, the film follows de Armas as an “assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organization who seeks revenge after her father’s death,” as per the official logline.
“The John Wick TV show and the animation are big priorities,” Stahelski noted. “Our intention is to experiment and explore various threads, using these two projects to propel us into the ideas for ‘John 5’.”
Point of View
It’s refreshing to see the ‘John Wick’ franchise evolve. Moving away from the High Table storyline opens up new avenues for storytelling, allowing for deeper character exploration and innovation. This shift not only keeps the franchise fresh but also engages the audience in unexpected ways.
NationPress
21/05/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main change in the 5th John Wick movie?
The 5th installment will shift away from the High Table storyline, focusing on a new narrative featuring John Wick.
When is ‘Ballerina’ set to release?
‘Ballerina’ will be released on June 6.
Will there be other projects related to John Wick?
Yes, upcoming projects include ‘Under The High Table’ TV show and an animated prequel.
Who stars in the latest John Wick-related film?
Ana de Armas stars in ‘Ballerina’.
What can fans expect from John Wick 5?
Fans can expect a new story that involves John Wick, moving beyond the High Table narrative.
