There are many exciting things to expect from the long-awaited John Wick spin-off Ballerina, due out in summer 2024, adding to the burgeoning John Wick universe created by former stuntman Chad Stahelski.

When Stahelski teamed up with beloved star Keanu Reeves to chronicle the titular killer’s revenge saga, the pair never anticipated it would become a global hit series that would transform the action genre, but after working together on the films they still pioneers of The Matrix, was not undeserved. . Now, the franchise known for its stylish action scenes and fight choreography adds another installment set in the same criminal underworld.

Set in the John Wick timeline between John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and John Wick: Chapter 4, when the infamous assassin is recovering from some serious injuries, Ballerina follows Ana de Arms as Rooney, training to become a hitman for the powerful himself. crime family that adopted John years before.

Ballerina’s cast of characters includes Reeves in a brief role, as well as other familiar faces from the franchise, but they aren’t the only reason fans are looking forward to the spin-off. From the story and world-building to the performances, there are many reasons why June can’t come fast enough.