A newFrom the World of John Wick: Ballerinafeaturette has been released as part of its presentation atComic Con Experience (CCXP). The upcoming action movie, officially titledFrom the World of John Wick: Ballerina, is the first feature in the hit franchise centered around someone other than Keanu Reeves' titular assassin. This time, Ana de Armas stars as Eve Macarro, who is training as a killer for the Ruska Roma, the same group that took in and trained Wick as a child. Directed by Len Wiseman,Ballerina’s release dateis set forJune 6, 2025.
At CCXP,Lionsgatedroppeda brand-newBallerinafeaturette, offering a behind-the-scenes lookat the upcomingJohn Wickspinoff. Set betweenJohn Wick: Chapter 3 – ParabellumandJohn Wick: Chapter 4,Ballerinafollows Eve on her vengeance mission to take down those responsible for her father’s death.The featurette delves into the grueling combat and choreography training de Armas underwent to portray the ballerina-turned-assassin and master some intense stunts, including a flamethrower scene involving over 100 casualties. Check it out below:
What Ballerina’s Featurette Means
Ana de Armas’BallerinaTraining Teases Intense Action
TheBallerinafeaturette demonstrates theJohn Wickfranchise’s commitment to authentic and high-octane action, setting the stage for Eve to shine as a powerful additionto theJohn Wickuniverse. De Armas' rigorous preparation for the filmcontinues the tradition of developing characters rooted in unique combat styles, akin to John’s seamless combo of martial arts and firearms expertise. Nonetheless, Wiseman affirms, “This is not a ‘female John Wick.’ This is a story about Eve coming into it from the beginning.”
When Ballerina Takes Place In The John Wick Timeline
Ana de Armas' spinoff movie Ballerina expands the John Wick universe, and when it takes place in the franchise timeline is officially confirmed.
WhileBallerinaincorporates returning characterslike John, Lance Reddick’s Charon, and Anjelica Huston’s The Director of Ruska Roma to remain tightly integrated with the greaterJohn Wicksaga,de Armas’ portrayal of Eve offers a freshly captivating perspective on the brutal world of assassins.Eve’s vengeance-driven arc mirrors the relentless resolve seen in Baba Yaga himself, yet the film’s timeline placement—betweenParabellumandChapter 4—permits a deeper exploration of the world, potentially shedding light on the perils of his past training in the crime syndicate.
Our Take On Ballerina’s Featurette
Ana de Armas Sets High Expectations For The John Wick Spinoff
The newBallerinafeaturette gives an electrifying preview of what de Armas will bring to theJohn Wickuniverse. Her commitment to the rolesignals an enthralling performancethat could redefine theJohn Wickfranchise while staying true to its style of world-building and relentless action. Audiences can look forward to a story that not only delivers on its revenge-driven premise but pushes the boundaries of what theJohn Wickuniverse initially set out to explore. If the featurette is any indication,Ballerinais poised to make a lasting impact as the first of many promising spinoffs.
From the World of John Wick: Ballerina
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Ballerina follows Eve Macarro during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, as she undergoes rigorous training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma. The film expands on the John Wick universe, charting Eve’s initiation into the clandestine world of professional assassins.
