That surge of excitement has hit a fever pitch for fans as rumors swirl and fan-made trailers ignite our imaginations about Keanu Reeves playing John Constantine again. News of Constantine 2 has been much anticipated by fans, especially since it was earlier reported that the Canadian actor, 59, will play the title character again.
The first film narrated the tale of John Constantine, a cynical demon hunter who must navigate the murky alleys of a parallel, horrifying reality. Although Warner Bros. has not formally disclosed a release date, there is much conjecture that the follow-up film may arrive in theaters early in 2025.
Well, after witnessing a stunning fan-made trailer for the sequel where Reeves delivers the spine-tingling line, “I can see things that normal humans can’t”, who wouldn’t be counting down the days?… Can’t 2025 come soon enough?
Constantine 2 Hype: Fans Eager for Keanu Reeves’ Comeback
Fans of Keanu Reeves and the iconic character John Constantine have been filled with excitement after a fan-made trailer for Constantine 2 featuring the Speed actor surfaced online. The trailer, which opens with the actor delivering the iconic line, “I can see things that normal humans can’t,” has sparked a renewed interest in the possibility of a sequel to the 2005 cult classic.
With Warner Bros. reportedly in development on Constantine 2 and both Reeves and director Francis Lawrence on board, fans can’t help but feel a surge of hope and anticipation (see Deadline). The prospect of revisiting the dark and twisted world of John Constantine is enough to send shivers down the spine of even the most seasoned horror enthusiast.
Reeves’ portrayal of Constantine in the first film was widely praised for its brooding intensity and mysterious charm, making him the perfect candidate to lead the sequel.
The Reeves-starring film, which was based on the complex DC character, made over $200 million at the box office globally in 2005 when it debuted 19 years ago (Box Office Mojo). Since then, fans have been clamoring for a sequel because it opened up so much potential.
In the sequel, Reeves will once again play the role of John Constantine, a paranormal exorcist and demonologist who, although near death in the first film, endures to preserve his soul by preventing demonic forces from invading Earth. This confirms that fans are clamoring to see Reeves don the trench coat and fedora once again.
The Updates on Constantine 2: What Do We Else Know About The Project?
According to a report from Deadline, Hannah Minghella and J.J. Abrams will co-produce the film with Akiva Goldsman, who will write the screenplay through his Weed Road Pictures.
Now that the reports on the sequel have been made public, Keanu Reeves is unsure if he will stick with the movie to the very end. During a series of press interviews for John Wick: Chapter 4, the actor opened up to CinemaBlend about his candid opinions regarding Constantine 2. He stated that he “[didn’t] know” yet whether the film would be produced under the new DC administration.
Collider also discussed the possibility of a sequel with Francis Lawrence, the director of Constantine, who described it as something that everyone has “loved” since the first flick opened in theaters:
It’s something that we’ve been talking about since we made ‘Constantine’ because we all loved it. So we’ve been talking about it, talking about it, talking about it. All the DC [properties], because Vertigo is part of DC, that sort of like the control of those properties got complicated with Warner Bros. with DC…
Ultimately, though, Lawrence clarified that the most crucial part of writing the sequel is actually acquiring “some sort of control” over this character.
So, as we eagerly await more news on the development of Constantine 2, we can take comfort in the fact that Reeves playing John Constantine again is all we want to see. Here’s to hoping that the sequel lives up to the hype and delivers the same thrilling blend of supernatural elements and gritty realism that made the first film a fan favorite.
The combination of Reeves’ performance and the dark, supernatural world of John Constantine is a recipe for success, and fans can’t wait to see where the story takes them next.
Constantine is available to rent on Apple TV.
