2014 brought the worldJohn Wick, an unexpected, very successful and beloved movie that broughtKeanu Reevesback into the world of action movies. Now, the legendary hitman is set to make his return to theaters inJohn Wick: Chapter 2, which arrives in theaters just in time for Valentine’s Day, oddly enough. To honor the occasion, Lionsgate has just released a brand new TV spot, which aired during the Super Bowl pre-game show, which you can watch for yourself online.
Lionsgatereleased the video online in addition to airing it on Fox as part of the pre-game festivities.John Wick: Chapter 2is going to be coming out on the same weekend asFifty Shades Darker, which seems to be a more likely Valentine’s Day movie. This new TV spot forJohn Wick 2is very aware of that fact and has some fun with the idea. There are plenty of moviegoers who don’t want anything to do with theFifty Shadessequel, andJohn Wick: Chapter 2is a perfect bit of counter-programming. Here is the official synopsis for the upcomingJohn Wicksequel.
“Keanu Reeves returns in the sequel to the 2014 hit aslegendary hitmanJohn Wick who is forced to back out of retirement by a former associate plotting to seize control of a shadowy international assassins' guild. Bound by a blood oath to help him, John travels to Rome where he squares off against some of the world’s deadliest killers.”
The firstJohn Wickwas very successful and took many fans and critics by surprise. The movie made $86 million worldwide working from just a $20 million production budget. In addition toKeanu Reeveswho is returning asJohn Wick,Ian McShane,John Leguizamo,Bridget Moynahan,Thomas SadoskiandLance Reddickare also returning for this chapter, but the sequel has also added some new cast members for this go around.Riccardo Scamarciowill be playing the new villain,Laurence Fishburneis coming on board as an assassin known as The Bowery King, making this something of aMatrixreunion. In addition,Common,Ruby RoseandPeter Stormarare also set to appear in the movie.
John Wick: Chapter 2will not only be facing somestiff competition at the box officefromFifty Shades Darkernext weekend, but Warner Bros. also hasThe Lego Batmanmovie hitting theaters, which looks like it will be bringing in some serious cash, given the very positive early buzz. That said, if anyone can fight through overwhelming odds and competition, it isJohn Wick.Chad Stahelskiis directing solo this time around, after co-directing withDavid Leitchon the first movie.John Wick: Chapter 2is set for release on August 23, 2025. Be sure to check out the brand new Super Bowl TV spot forJohn Wick 2for yourself below.
