Get ready for a new chapter in the thrilling world of John Wick! The highly anticipated spinoff film, officially titled *From the World of John Wick: Ballerina*, is set to hit theaters on June 6, 2025, and the first trailer has arrived, promising a captivating journey into the world of assassins.
The film follows Eve Macarro, played by the captivating Ana de Armas, a young dancer training to become a ruthless assassin within the Ruska Roma criminal organization. Fueled by a desire for revenge against those who killed her family, Eve, also known as the ballerina, embarks on a dangerous path.
The trailer, expertly set to the iconic tune of Elton John’s *Tiny Dancer*, offers a glimpse into the action-packed world that awaits. And just when you think the intensity can’t get any higher, the legendary John Wick (Keanu Reeves) appears, adding a layer of depth and mystique to Eve’s journey.
‘How do I start doing what you do?’ Eve inquires, to which John replies, ‘Looks like you already have.’ This exchange perfectly captures the essence of Eve’s transformation into a formidable force,
Reprising their John Wick roles for Ballerina are Ian McShane as Winston Scott, Anjelica Huston as the Director, and the late Lance Reddick as Charon, adding familiar faces to the captivating world of assassins. Joining the cast are Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, David Castañeda, and Norman Reedus.
Ballerina takes place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum, and we see the return of Unity Phelan’s character as the ballerina from the third installment, providing a connection to the larger John Wick universe.
Behind the camera, Len Wiseman, known for the *Underworld* franchise, directs the film, drawing from a script penned by Shay Hatten, the co-writer of John Wick: Chapter 4. Chad Stahelski, the director of every John Wick film, takes on a producing role for Ballerina alongside Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee.
The film’s release was originally slated for June 2024, but Lionsgate made the decision to push it back to 2025. This delay allowed for more time to develop the action sequences, with Stahelski joining forces with Wiseman to create an even more spectacular cinematic experience.
With Ana de Armas taking center stage, the return of iconic characters, and a captivating story of revenge, Ballerina is poised to be a thrilling addition to the John Wick universe. Get ready to witness a new era of assassinations, where dance and danger collide.
