'John Wick' Prequel Series Coming to Peacock
etonline.comfranchise is expanding to television. On Monday, Peacock revealed that the streaming platform has teamed up with Lionsgate on, a three-part “special event” series starring Colin Woodell and Mel Gibson based on the action movie franchise.
First announced in 2018, the series was originally slated to air on Starz. Now, it is set to premiere on Peacock in 2023. “The films have become a global phenomenon, are among the most watched titles on Peacock and we are thrilled and honored to partner with Lionsgate to extend this incredible franchise,” said Kelly Campbell, President, Peacock and Direct-to-Consumer, with Lionsgate Television Group Chair Kevin Beggs adding, “ has become part of the cultural zeitgeist with a massive, passionately engaged fan base around the world.
We’re delighted to partner with Peacock to continue expanding the Universe.”According to Peacock, the series “will explore the origin story and inner workings of the exclusive Continental Hotel, a centerpiece of the John Wick Universe which serves as a refuge for assassins,” as it follows hotel manager Winston Scott in the 1970s.
In an attempt to seize control of the iconic location, Winston gets sucked into the “mysterious underworld of New York City.” will star Woodell as a younger version of Winston, a character originated by Ian McShane in the films.
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