The Complete John Wick Movie Timeline: Every Film, Spin-Off, And Confirmed Future Project (Updated 2025)
The John Wick franchise has exploded from a stylized, low-budget action thriller into a global cinematic phenomenon, creating a rich, intricate world of assassins governed by the mysterious High Table. As of December 23, 2025, the core saga comprises four main films, with the universe rapidly expanding through successful spin-offs and confirmed future projects that promise to delve deeper into the lore of the Continental Hotel and its rules.
This comprehensive guide details every film in the main "John Wick" quadrilogy, breaks down the already-released prequel series, and provides the most current, up-to-date information on the highly anticipated spin-off movies like Ballerina and the confirmed development of John Wick: Chapter 5.
The Core Quadrilogy: A Chronology of Vengeance and the High Table
The main series, directed primarily by Chad Stahelski and starring Keanu Reeves as the titular Baba Yaga, is a masterclass in "gun-fu" action, each installment raising the stakes and expanding the mythology of the secret assassin world. The four main chapters have collectively earned billions at the worldwide box office, making it one of the most successful action franchises of the modern era.
1. John Wick (2014)
- Release Date: October 24, 2014
- Plot Summary: The film that started it all. A retired legendary hitman, John Wick, is pulled back into the life he left behind after Russian mobsters, led by Iosef Tarasov, steal his prized 1969 Ford Mustang and, crucially, kill the beagle puppy named Daisy—a final gift from his recently deceased wife, Helen. John’s pursuit of revenge against Viggo Tarasov and his son Iosef reintroduces him to the world of gold coins, markers, and the Continental Hotel.
- Critical Reception: The film was lauded for its slick action choreography and unique world-building, earning an 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
2. John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)
- Release Date: February 10, 2017
- Plot Summary: Shortly after the events of the first film, John retrieves his car but is forced out of retirement again by a "marker"—an unbreakable blood oath—held by Italian crime lord Santino D’Antonio. John must travel to Rome to assassinate Santino's sister, Gianna. After completing the task, Santino double-crosses John, who is then forced to kill Santino on the supposedly neutral ground of the Continental Hotel. This act results in John being declared "Excommunicado" by Winston, with a $14 million bounty placed on his head.
- Box Office: The sequel significantly outperformed the original, cementing the franchise's commercial success.
3. John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019)
- Release Date: May 17, 2019
- Plot Summary: With the bounty escalating, John is on the run in New York City. The film focuses on his desperate attempt to find The Elder, the only person above the High Table, to beg for his life. His journey takes him to Casablanca, where he reconnects with former associate Sofia (Halle Berry) and her two combat dogs. Upon returning, he fights alongside Winston and Charon to defend the Continental against the High Table’s forces, culminating in Winston betraying John to save the hotel. John is saved by the Bowery King, setting up their joint resistance.
- Key Entities Introduced: The Adjudicator, The Elder, and the concept of a "Parabellum" (Prepare for War).
4. John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023)
- Release Date: March 24, 2023
- Plot Summary: John seeks a way to defeat the High Table once and for all. He is challenged by the ruthless Marquis de Gramont (Bill Skarsgård), who destroys the New York Continental and kills Charon (Lance Reddick). John finds a loophole: challenging the Marquis to a duel at sunrise in Paris. With the help of allies like the Osaka Continental manager Shimazu Koji and the blind assassin Caine (Donnie Yen), John wins the duel but seemingly succumbs to his injuries on the steps of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, finally finding peace.
- Franchise Record: Chapter 4 was a massive critical and commercial success, scoring a 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and achieving the franchise's biggest domestic debut at $73.8 million.
The Expanding Universe: Spin-offs and Prequels
The world of John Wick extends far beyond the Baba Yaga himself. Lionsgate is actively expanding the mythology through both television and feature films, exploring the backstories of key characters and the inner workings of the assassin society.
The Continental: From the World of John Wick (2023)
This three-part television event serves as a prequel to the main films. It premiered in September 2023 and is essential viewing for fans of the lore.
- Format: Three-part limited series.
- Focus: The series is set in 1970s New York City and details the origin story of a young Winston Scott (played by Colin Woodell, the film character played by Ian McShane) as he is forced into the underworld to seize control of the Continental Hotel.
- Key Entities: The series explores the hotel's operation, the criminal hierarchy of the era, and the relationship between Winston and a young Charon.
Ballerina (Confirmed Movie)
Ballerina will be the first theatrical spin-off movie, putting a new assassin at the center of the action. It is set to be a major chapter in the "John Wick" expanded universe.
- Lead Star: Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro, a ballerina-assassin.
- Release Date: The film has a confirmed release date of June 6, 2025.
- Plot: The story follows Eve Macarro on a mission of revenge to track down and eliminate the people responsible for killing her family. Keanu Reeves is confirmed to appear as John Wick in a supporting role, along with other returning franchise veterans like Ian McShane (Winston) and Anjelica Huston (The Director).
What's Next? The Future of the John Wick Saga
Despite the seemingly conclusive ending of John Wick: Chapter 4, the franchise is far from over. Lionsgate has confirmed multiple projects that will continue to expand the lore and potentially resurrect the franchise’s main hero.
John Wick: Chapter 5 (In Development)
The possibility of a fifth main installment has been a hot topic since the release of Chapter 4. Despite the on-screen death of the character, Lionsgate executives have officially confirmed that John Wick: Chapter 5 is in pre-production.
- Status: Confirmed by Lionsgate, with Keanu Reeves set to return.
- The Challenge: The primary creative hurdle is finding a compelling, logical way to bring John Wick back from his apparent demise at the end of Chapter 4 while honoring the peace he finally achieved.
The Caine Spin-off Movie
The blind assassin Caine, introduced in Chapter 4, was an immediate fan favorite, and his story will continue in his own feature film. The project was officially confirmed in May 2024.
- Lead Star: Donnie Yen will reprise his role as Caine.
- Timeline: The film is set to take place after the events of John Wick: Chapter 4, exploring Caine’s life after gaining his freedom from the High Table.
- Returning Character: Rina Sawayama is confirmed to return as Akira, the daughter of the Osaka Continental manager, suggesting she will play a significant role in Caine's post-High Table life.
Rumored Projects: Samurai Western and Animated Prequel
Beyond the confirmed titles, the creative team has hinted at even more ambitious plans to diversify the universe's settings and genres. There are persistent whispers of a "Samurai Western" spin-off, which would blend the franchise’s signature action with the aesthetic of classic Japanese samurai films and American Westerns. Additionally, an animated prequel series is reportedly in the works, allowing the franchise to explore entirely new narrative possibilities without the constraints of live-action filming.
The "John Wick" universe is a testament to the power of original, high-concept action cinema. With the core quadrilogy complete and a slate of confirmed spin-offs like Ballerina and Caine, the High Table’s influence is only set to grow, offering fans an exciting, ever-expanding world of assassins, hotels, and unbreakable rules for years to come.
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