JOHN WICK Co-Director Chad Stahelski Will Be Back To Helm JOHN WICK 2 On His Own

JOHN WICK Co-Director Chad Stahelski Will Be Back To Helm JOHN WICK 2 On His Own

Did you enjoy John Wick last year? Then you'll probably be interested by this news. Lionsgate have brought back the film's co-director Chad Stahelski to helm John Wick 2 - by himself.

By Minty - Sep 24, 2015 07:09 AM EST
Filed Under: John Wick
Source: Collider
 
Last year's John Wick was one of the best action movies in recent memory. Defying all expectations, the Keanu Reeves starrer was met with near universal acclaim from audiences and critics alike, and certainly looks like a cult-favorite in the making. It also had a decent run at the box office - managing to do enough business to justify a sequel in Lionsgate's eyes.

The film not only helped relaunch Keanu Reeves' career, but also put former stuntmen Chad Stahelski & David Leitch on the map as directors to watch. Now, Collider claim the former is set to return for John Wick 2 - news that will no doubt relieve fans of the first movie. Back in April, both directors were rumored to have been eyed by Warner Bros for an upcoming DCEU film.

While that never panned out, Collider revealed that the pair have been offered "a number of other projects" recently - so perhaps the rumors were true. The site didn't confirm why Leitch isn't returning too (he'll only be back as an EP), but hinted that he has something else lined up... 

What do you think of this news? Are you happy to see Stahelski back for the sequel, or would you rather see both directors return together? And what CBM would you like to have seen them tackle? As always, be sure to leave your thoughts in the comments below!

John Wick 2 currently doesn't have a release date.
 
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BillyM67
BillyM67 - 9/24/2015, 7:06 AM
Great movie, except for the ending. There is no reason for a sequel.
blackandyellow
blackandyellow - 9/24/2015, 7:07 AM
Plot for the sequel - the Yakuza kills John's goldfish. He retaliates by killing 237 people.
Grodd87
Grodd87 - 9/24/2015, 7:09 AM
I loved the first put let's be honest this should not happen this all started bc someone killed his dog. The plot of the movie was so stupid but at the same time I loved it. It was an over the top Kung fu flick but with guns.
HeartCollector9
HeartCollector9 - 9/24/2015, 7:10 AM
I was amazed by how much I loved the first one. Can not wait for the second.
JorL5150
JorL5150 - 9/24/2015, 7:17 AM
John wick is ALMOST as bad-ass as me

RoyRodgersMcFreely
RoyRodgersMcFreely - 9/24/2015, 7:24 AM
First one was pretty badass
I vote for ghost dog to return for part 2 as johns sidekick or as reincarnated Perkins
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 9/24/2015, 7:30 AM
This movie was such a pleasant surprise... The acting, the action and the stunt choreography was amazing.
If it wasn't for John Wick we might not have got Skye's/Daisey's/Quake's best action scene from AOS.


I have to say I've always liked Keanu Reeves's movies.
Point Break is one of my favorite Reeves movies.
Grodd87
Grodd87 - 9/24/2015, 7:30 AM
This did have one of the b class of actors on a cast ever. The club scene was great.
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 9/24/2015, 7:33 AM
@RoyRodgersMcFreely

Ghost Dog, John Wick and Leon the Professional !!! Triple assassin fight.


SuperCat
SuperCat - 9/24/2015, 7:38 AM
'Wick' was decent. The first 'Matrix' and 'Street Kings' are his best films.

Jcool
Jcool - 9/24/2015, 7:38 AM
Guess they wont be the next Russo Brothers or Lord and Miller.
RoyRodgersMcFreely
RoyRodgersMcFreely - 9/24/2015, 7:39 AM
@slickrickdesigns
That just made me shit my pants lol
If Leon returns then Natalie Portman is a must
SuperCat
SuperCat - 9/24/2015, 7:41 AM
RoyRodgersMcFreely
RoyRodgersMcFreely - 9/24/2015, 8:02 AM
@gusto
That club scene is what it would be like if Supercat was dropped off at a Jewish temple for 15 minutes
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 9/24/2015, 8:04 AM
Who would've thought Ted Theodor Logan would've became the One, the Half Breed, the Top Assassin and


some faves from Keanu...
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Point Break
Dracula
Speed
Johnny Mnemonic
Chain Reaction
The Devil's Advocate
The Matrix
The Replacements
The Matrix Reloaded
The Matrix Revolutions
Constantine
A Scanner Darkly
Street Kings
The Day the Earth Stood Still
47 Ronin
and
John Wick

GhostDog
GhostDog - 9/24/2015, 8:09 AM
Amazing film!!! Action tour de force! Can't wait for a sequel. Keanu reeves oozes badassery. Would love to see the guys do the next MISSION IMPOSSIBLE


#JohnWickDirectors4MI6
Nasseal82isback
Nasseal82isback - 9/24/2015, 9:05 AM
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Yeas please. Give me more.
Tempo
Tempo - 9/24/2015, 9:54 AM
More Continental Hotel for JW 2!



marvelstudios
marvelstudios - 9/24/2015, 10:05 AM
First one was awesome.
JorL5150
JorL5150 - 9/24/2015, 10:35 AM
Damn i look good in a headband
fadersdream
fadersdream - 9/24/2015, 10:52 AM
Keanu plays a distant recluse who is incredibly limited emotionally.

NAILED IT!
Moviefanatic14
Moviefanatic14 - 9/24/2015, 11:22 AM
I always liked him as an actor, the man of tai chi is very underrated even though he played the villian, I think because 47 Ronin bombed people were quick to jump on the hate bandwagon which was kind of sad, I'm glad John wick did well and is getting a sequel
SkipKahless
SkipKahless - 9/24/2015, 11:52 AM
SO MANY HEADSHOTS
McGee
McGee - 9/24/2015, 1:04 PM
God damn it...well now I'm gonna be pissed if B&Y's joke synopsis for John Wick 2 isn't true.
BlackPhillip
BlackPhillip - 9/24/2015, 1:45 PM
Best ending ever. Pit bulls ftw!
BlackPhillip
BlackPhillip - 9/24/2015, 1:48 PM
CombatWombat
CombatWombat - 9/24/2015, 3:19 PM


Still Keanu Reeves' best role.
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