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Keanu’s John Wick 4 Hits Streaming Top 10

John Wick: Chapter 4 is demonstrating strong viewership on streaming platforms in mid-2025. According to FlixPatrol, the film claimed the ninth spot on July 4, earning over 100 points. In total, this month, the movie has accumulated 383 points. The movie beat out Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire on Netflix’s ranking list, which was topped by the Charlize Theron-led action sequel The Old Guard 2.

The movie was first released in theaters in March 2023 and became the highest-grossing entry in its series. It earned a total of $447.3 million worldwide at the box office.

John Wick 4 Made Nearly $450 Million

John Wick: Chapter 4 achieved the highest box office gross of any film in the franchise. It earned $447.3 million globally, making it the most financially successful installment. This amount significantly surpassed John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, which made $328.3 million worldwide.

The film’s strong financial performance established a new benchmark for the series. It was also the highest-grossing Lionsgate film since The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 in 2014. This success made John Wick: Chapter 4 a major blockbuster in the action genre.

Movie’s Budget Was Reported at $100 Million

The production budget for John Wick: Chapter 4 was reported at $100 million. This amount covered cast salaries, filming expenses, special effects, stunts, and international shooting locations.

The budget is the largest among all four main John Wick movies. The first film in the series had a budget of $20 million, the second had $40 million, and the third cost about $75 million to produce before John Wick 4 increased it further.

Franchise Reached Over $1 Billion Total

The John Wick franchise’s combined box office from all four main films is over $1 billion globally. The first movie released in 2014 earned $86 million, the second earned $171 million, the third earned $328 million, and the fourth earned $447 million.

Spin-offs like Ballerina and planned projects are not included in this figure. The franchise is one of the few R-rated action series to reach this milestone at the box office.

John Wick 4 Holds 94% Rotten Tomatoes Score

John Wick 4 has a certified fresh rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes based on more than 350 critic reviews. The audience score on Rotten Tomatoes is 92% based on over 10,000 user ratings.

The film’s rating makes it the highest-scoring entry in the series. The first movie scored 86%, the second 89%, and the third 89%. Rotten Tomatoes ratings are updated regularly as new reviews are added.

Streaming Rights Shared by Peacock and Netflix

John Wick 4 streams on Peacock in the United States. Internationally, it is available on Netflix in countries including Canada, Australia, and several European markets. Peacock added the film to its platform in May 2025.

Netflix listed the movie among its top action titles in international markets. Distribution rights for the movie were divided between NBCUniversal’s Peacock and Netflix based on regional licensing agreements finalized after the theatrical run.

Spin-Off Ballerina Made $105 Million Globally

Ballerina, a spin-off movie set in the John Wick universe, earned $131.3 million worldwide according to Box Office Mojo. The movie opened in June 2025 with a $80-$90 million production budget.

The film starred Ana de Armas and featured a brief appearance by Keanu Reeves. Lionsgate released it to premium video on demand (PVOD) in July 2025 after the movie underperformed at the box office compared to the main series.

Lionsgate Confirmed John Wick 5 in 2025

In May 2025, Lionsgate announced plans for John Wick 5. Chad Stahelski is set to return as director and Keanu Reeves as lead actor. Pre-production for the fifth movie is scheduled to start in late 2025.

The movie will continue the main storyline following John Wick 4. Lionsgate’s executives shared details of the new installment during the studio’s quarterly earnings call with investors in May 2025.

John Wick 4 Filmed in Multiple Countries

Filming locations for John Wick 4 included France, Germany, and Japan. Production began in June 2021 and wrapped in November 2021. Major scenes were shot in Paris at the Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre.

The film also used locations in Berlin’s abandoned airport, Tempelhof. Filming across four countries added complexity to the schedule but allowed the story to feature diverse international settings.

Chad Stahelski Directed All Four Movies

Chad Stahelski directed John Wick, John Wick: Chapter 2, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, and John Wick: Chapter 4. He started his career as a stunt double and coordinator in movies like The Matrix.

Stahelski’s consistent role as director across all four main films maintained a similar tone and style in the series. He also served as producer on the spin-off Ballerina during parts of its production.

John Wick 4 Released in March 2023

John Wick: Chapter 4 premiered in London on March 6, 2023. It was released in U.S. theaters on March 24, 2023, distributed by Lionsgate. The film’s U.S. opening weekend box office was $73 million.

It debuted at number one in over 70 international markets. The worldwide rollout included simultaneous releases in countries like the United Kingdom and Australia during the same week as the U.S. release.

Merchandise Adds to Franchise Earnings

Official John Wick merchandise, including Funko Pop figures, clothing, and collectible weapons replicas, has become a growing revenue stream. Sales of branded items give Lionsgate and partners more income.

Merchandise helps maintain fan interest between film releases and introduces new audiences to the franchise. Successful movie merchandising has helped brands like John Wick build a lasting pop culture presence.

John Wick 4 Features 169 Minutes Runtime

John Wick: Chapter 4 has a runtime of 169 minutes. It is the longest movie in the franchise. The first movie was 101 minutes, the second was 122 minutes, and the third was 131 minutes.

The extended runtime included several major action sequences filmed in different cities. The longer length required more editing time and contributed to a higher budget for post-production costs.

Global Marketing Campaign Started in 2022

Lionsgate launched the global marketing campaign for John Wick 4 in July 2022 at San Diego Comic-Con. Trailers and posters were released online and in theaters beginning that month.

Promotional events were held in cities like Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Berlin. Marketing expenses included television ads, social media campaigns, and partnerships with brands for limited-edition merchandise related to the movie.

Movie Included Cameos by Returning Actors

John Wick: Chapter 4 featured returning characters played by Ian McShane as Winston, Lance Reddick as Charon, and Laurence Fishburne as the Bowery King. Their appearances continued storylines from earlier movies.

The film also introduced new characters like Caine, played by Donnie Yen, and the Tracker, played by Shamier Anderson. These new characters expanded the franchise’s cast beyond John Wick himself.

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Donnie Yen’s Caine Spin-Off in Development

A spin-off movie focused on Caine, played by Donnie Yen, who is also a director in the film, is in early development as of June 2025. Lionsgate confirmed this project will explore Caine’s life after the events of John Wick 4.

Announcements about casting and filming schedules are expected later in 2025, but it’s described as a Hong Kong-style action thriller. Donnie Yen’s role in John Wick 4 was his first appearance in the franchise.

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