“John Wick: Chapter 4”
Keanu Reeves fights his way to the top of cinema
Keanu Reeves as hitman John Wick in his latest action blockbuster.
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The latest in the John Wick franchise has had an explosive premiere. Keanu Reeves has the best theatrical release of 2023 to date.
Since March 23, cinema fans have been seeing superstar Keanu Reeves (58) again in one of his most popular roles on the big screen – as a contract killer. “John Wick: Chapter 4”, the latest installment in the celebrated action series, was able to hit the ground running in Germany and internationally.
Almost half a million people watch the launch of ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’
In Germany – including previews from last Wednesday – more than 465,000 cinemagoers have already purchased a ticket to experience Reeves in the explosive action production, as reported by Leonine Studios. Compared to the predecessor “John Wick: Chapter 3”, which was released in 2019, an increase of around 45 percent – and number one in the cinema charts. In terms of sales and number of visitors, it is the best theatrical release so far this year.
The latest film by director Chad Stahelski (54) is also extremely successful in North America, including the industry magazine “Variety” reports. On its opening weekend, the blockbuster eclipsed its competition with $73.5 million in revenue.
At the same time, it is the best start of the series so far, and the number of entries has gradually increased over the past few years. The first “John Wick” film from 2014 grossed 14 million, the second part was 30.4 million in 2017 and its successor 56.8 million. Together with other international box office results, “John Wick: Chapter 4” already brings it to 137.5 million US dollars worldwide.
That’s what Keanu Reeves likes about John Wick
In addition to Reeves, Laurence Fishburne (61), Ian McShane (80) and Lance Reddick (1962-2023), who recently died at the age of 60, also play in the new blockbuster. Also appearing are Rina Sawayama (32), Donnie Yen (59), Bill Skarsgard (32) and Scott Adkins (46).
“I love the character of John Wick – and part of that is just his heart, his love, his relationship with his wife and his honor. There’s also his sadness and his will. He’s trying to break free. I like those themes and emotions “Hollywood star Reeves recently explained in an interview with the news agency spot on news.