Lionsgate / Courtesy Everett John Wick's violent universe just keeps getting bigger. Since the hit action flick starringKeanu Reevesas the titular assassin first premiered in 2014, three follow-up films, one spinoff movie and a prequel series have expanded the story — and it isn't over yet. A fifth installment has been in the works since 2020, perDeadline, and Lionsgate confirmed in April 2025 that Reeves once again will play the seemingly unkillable hitman inJohn Wick: Chapter 5. While fans were thrilled by the news, the actor admitted the role istaking a toll. "My knees right now are saying, 'You can't do anotherJohn Wick,' " he toldCBS Morningsin December 2024. "My heart [wants to], but I don't know if my knees can do it." Whether you're catching up for the first time or revisiting every showdown, here's everything to know about how to watch theJohn Wickmovies in order and where to watch them. John Wick(2014) John Wick: Chapter 2(2017) John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum(2019) John Wick: Chapter 4(2023) The Continental: From the World of John Wick(2023) Ballerina(2025) Katalin Vermes / Peacock/ Starz / Courtesy Everett This prequel miniseries dives into the backstory of legendaryJohn Wickcharacter Winston Scott (Colin Woodell) and how he became the proprietor of the infamous Continental hotel chain, which serves as a safe haven for assassins throughout the films. The Continentalis set in the 1970s, years before the movies, and also starsMel Gibson. Reeves does not reprise his role in the series. WatchThe Continental: From the World of John Wickon Peacock The firstJohn Wickflick sees its titular character (Reeves) grieving the loss of his wife, Helen (Bridget Moynahan), for whom he left behind a lifelong career as the most feared assassin in the underworld. After her death, Helen leaves him one last gift: a beagle puppy named Daisy. But when a group of thugs kill the pup, they unwittingly pull Wick out of retirement and into a relentless rampage of revenge. The 2014 film also featuredWillem Dafoeand the lateLance Reddickin the cast. WatchJohn Wickon Peacock Niko Tavernise After three long years, fans were finally treated to aJohn Wicksequel, which picks up right where the first film left off. Though Wick tries to return to a quiet life of retirement, a blood oath from his past forces him back into the criminal underworld. This time, he's tasked with assassinating a powerful member of a secret society of international crime bosses known as the High Table. When the hit goes sideways, Wick finds himself with a massive bounty on his head and every assassin in the world gunning for him. WatchJohn Wick: Chapter 2on Peacock Summit Entertainment / Courtesy Everett In the third film in the action franchise, Wick is on the run, having been declared "excommunicado" for breaking the High Table's strict code of ethics. With no allies and no safe haven, he must fight his way to stay alive from the army of assassins quickly closing in. Along the way, he seeks help from old connections, including his former friend and ex-assassin Sofia Al-Azwar, played byHalle Berry. WatchJohn Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellumon Peacock Lionsgate The firstJohn Wickspinoff film,Ballerina, takes place between the events ofChapter 3andChapter 4. It follows ballerina-assassin Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) — first introduced into the franchise inChapter 3and played by dancerUnity Phelan— who trains to avenge the murder of her father. Ballerinamarks Reddick's final performance before his death, after he appeared in all fourJohn Wickfilms as Charon. Reeves also reprises his role as Wick. WatchBallerinain theaters starting June 6. Alamy The 2023 film — which was lauded as "one of thegreatest action movies ever made" by critics — sees Wick waging all-out war against the High Table after being left for dead inChapter 3. Still excommunicado, he cuts a bloody path across the globe as the price on his head continues to climb. But escaping assassin life won't be easy. New threats emerge, including a ruthless new villain (Bill Skarsgård) and a blind assassin from Wick's past, played byDonnie Yenin a standout performance. WatchJohn Wick: Chapter 4on Peacock Read the original article onPeople
