It is finally time to start relaxing about Keanu Reeves’ eagerly awaiting sequel after more than ten years of waiting.
Constantine 2 has been generating a lot of buzz among fans in addition to James Gunn’s new DC slate. The cult classic superhero film was released in 2005, and centers on a sinister conspiracy that poses a threat to the entire world. The plot basically follows John Constantine (Keanu Reeves), an exorcist and occult detective, who can travel between Earth and Hell.
Deadline confirmed in September of last year that Warner Bros. would create a follow-up to this Francis Lawrence-directed movie, despite multiple rumors to the contrary.
Well, because of Constantine’s box office success and widespread appeal, DC fans are aware of what it is like to wait for their favorite hero and how long the development process can be.
Keanu Reeves’ Constantine Sequel Still Moving Forward Amid New DC Slate
Do you recall the Keanu Reeves-starring 2005 movie, Constantine? Of course, you do. After all, the Hollywood A-lister was said to have put in years of effort to make it happen. So, despite a lot of changes to the DC superhero schedule, the movie is still going to be made.
Yes, Constantine 2 has not been canceled, a Warner Bros. spokesperson reportedly confirmed to EW. However, social media rumors that circulated online suggested that it had been canceled.
Well, Reeves would return for a second time as John Constantine, the magic-wielding occult specialist, with director Francis Lawrence, who also helmed the first adaptation.
As per prior reports, a new interconnected universe will develop under James Gunn and Peter Safran’s direction, strengthening the franchise as a whole. But later, Warner Bros. Discovery did confirm that an old DC franchise is being revived before the big announcement in January.
Anyway, for the time being, you can rest easy knowing that the John Wick star will continue to raise Hell wherever he ends up in Constantine 2.
Keanu Reeves Spoke With James Gunn About Constantine 2?
Keanu Reeves previously claimed that he discussed Constantine 2 with DC Studios co-CEO, James Gunn. So, fans can expect a new DC Universe.
Constantine 2 formally started development back in September 2022. Francis Lawrence, who directed Constantine, will helm the follow-up, though not much has happened since the announcement. Meanwhile, a fan recently asked Reeves during an AMA on Reddit if he had discussed Constantine 2 with Gunn and expressed hope that it would still happen.
Despite his continued optimism, The Matrix actor acknowledged that he has spoken with Gunn about Constantine 2 in the past.
A fan asked:
“Have you spoken with James Gunn at all in regards to Constantine 2? Hope we get to see it!”
And the 58-year-old Canadian actor responded:
“Yes, and me too.”
Thus, the opportunity to link it to a shared universe would arise from Reeves’ enormous popularity and Constantine 2 receiving a sequel nearly 20 years later.
Given that there is no official mention of Constantine 2 under the new DC Universe or Elseworlds, it is possible that the studio is preparing a standalone universe for the occult detective.
Additionally, the studio has not formally announced the Constantine 2 release date yet.
Source- Twitter; Screen Rant
