Alfie Allen’s Iosef was the poor soul who killed John Wick’s dog, setting the retired hitman on a killing spree in search of retribution. Now it looks likeCommonis destined to make a similar mistake inJohn Wick 2.The Hollywood Reporterrevealed that the rapper-actor will star oppositeKeanu Reevesin the sequel to one of last year’s unexpected hits. The trade states he’ll play the film’s “chief villain,” described as “a head of security for a female crime lord.”
This marks another intriguing career move for Common, who became a recognizable face in the acting world with the AMC dramaHell on Wheels. He continued garnering roles in the Oscar-nominatedSelmaoppositeDavid Oyelowo, theLiam NeesonactionerRun All Night, and theEntouragemovie. Common will also feature in the thirdBarbershopand, more anticipated, the DC supervillain team-upSuicide Squad.
Many critics adoredJohn Wick, which performed above expectations. Made on a $20 million budget, the film has grossed $78.7 million worldwide. Though the possibility of a sequel was teased, these numbers made it easier for Lionsgate to give the green light. Now, with audience expectations already high for the next round, Common could benefit greatly from this hype.
Plot details onJohn Wick 2have not yet been officially released, but the film is scheduled to start shooting this week.Steve caught up with Reeves, who revealed some of the story elements.
I think we have a really good premise, and it’s an organic premise. It’s basically — to me there’s John Wick and then there’s John. You know, John is the married guy whose wife just died, and that five years of his life. Then there’s John Wick, who’s the mythical assassin. In this, John Wick’s past comes and infiltrates John’s life and John Wick, in a way, has to fight for John.
David LeitchandChad Stahelskico-directed the first film, but aswe previously reported, Leitch is working onTheColdest CitywithCharlize TheronandJames McAvoy, so it’s up to Stakelski to man the helm solo.John WickscreenwriterDerek Kolstadis also set to return.
