John Wick Anime Prequel Announced: Unveiling His Mysterious Retirement

It’s exciting news for anime fans and John Wick enthusiasts! The John Wick universe is expanding with a prequel anime that promises to shed light on some of the series’ most pressing mysteries, including why the iconic assassin, played by Keanu Reeves

It’s exciting news for anime fans and John Wick enthusiasts! The John Wick universe is expanding with a prequel anime that promises to shed light on some of the series’ most pressing mysteries, including why the iconic assassin, played by Keanu Reeves, decided to retire. This upcoming anime is developing and will dive into Wick’s origin story, focusing on his early life, his love story, and the pivotal events that led him to leave the brutal world of professional killers. Co-creator Chad Stahelski, who famously doubled as Reeves’ stunt performer in The Matrix series, recently revealed that three major John Wick projects are on the horizon: a feature-length anime, a TV show, and a spinoff film centered around Donnie Yen’s character, Caine.

As the franchise marks its 10th anniversary, the storyline of John Wick, which began with his quest for revenge after the murder of his dog, continues to grow. Fans also eagerly await Ballerina, a spinoff set to release in June 2025, starring Ana de Armas. While still in the early stages of production, the anime prequel aims to explore more of the assassin’s deep and rich backstory, mainly the elusive “impossible task” that triggered his desire to leave the violent life behind. Stahelski expressed his enthusiasm for the project, mentioning how the anime format allows them to push boundaries and craft a bolder narrative. The production team is working on new ways to expand the action-packed world of John Wick, promising fans a thrilling experience full of explosive action, visual brilliance, and deeper insights into the assassin’s history.