The “John Wick” universe just keeps getting bigger. The newest installment has the great Donnie Yen (“IP Man,” “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story“) reprising his role as Caine, the highly skilled blind assassin in “John Wick: Chapter 4.” Lionsgate has confirmed the currently untitled film is set to shoot in Hong Kong next year.
Plot details are still under wraps. However, we do know it will continue Caine’s story arch from “Chapter 4,” after he is no longer obligated to the High Table. The script is written by Tony-nominee Robert Askins (“The Umbrella Academy”).
Why Caine?
“From the moment Donnie Yen appeared on screen in John Wick: Chapter 4, he captivated audiences and created an authentic, emotional connection that left an indelible mark and had fans asking for more,” Adam Fogelson, chair, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group said.
Universe Building
Caine’s standalone film will be the latest addition to Chad Stahelski’s deal with Lionsgate to expand the “John Wick” universe. Everything is being produced by Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee for Thunder Road, and Stahelski via his 87Eleven Entertainment banner.
The franchise recently expanded with the Peacock miniseries “The Continental: From the World of John Wick.” It will also add the film “Ballerina,” a female-driven spin-off starring Ana de Armas, on June 6th, 2025.
“The reason these films resonate so deeply is because, like myself, Chad, Basil, and Erica push themselves to create action, fights, and stunts that are not only thrilling, inventive and artistic, but also expressive of character, story, and emotion,” said Yen. “Caine is an incredible character with a haunted past, and I am excited to return to the role.”
We will keep you posted on updates about the Caine film as they become available.
