# Keanu Reeves Set to Return as John Wick in Animated Prequel Movie

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/keanu-reeves-set-to-return-as-john-wick-in-animated-prequel-movie/
- Published: 2026-11-06T00:20:15+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T00:33:36+00:00
- Original publisher: Variety
- Original article: https://variety.com/2026/film/news/keanu-reeves-john-wick-animated-movie-prequel-1236940815/

## Key points

- Reeves will return as John Wick in an animated prequel.
- The story centres on the hitman’s Impossible Task.
- The franchise has grossed more than $1 billion worldwide.

## Summary

Keanu Reeves has closed a deal to voice John Wick in Lionsgate’s animated prequel, confirming his return to the franchise. The film will tell the story of Wick’s “Impossible Task”, the night he kills his rivals to escape his obligation to the High Table and be with Helen.

Shannon Tindle will direct from a script by Ryan and Kaz Firpo. Producers include Reeves, Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee and Chad Stahelski, with Point Grey also involved. The franchise has earned more than $1 billion globally across five films, including the “Ballerina” spin-off; a fifth live-action film and a separate story about assassin Caine are also in development.

## Coverage

- [Variety: Keanu Reeves Set to Return as John Wick in Animated Prequel Movie](https://variety.com/2026/film/news/keanu-reeves-john-wick-animated-movie-prequel-1236940815/)
- [IGN: Animated John Wick Prequel Film in the Works Starring Keanu Reeves](https://www.ign.com/articles/animated-john-wick-prequel-film-in-the-works-starring-keanu-reeves)

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