As fans of the action franchise patiently await the return ofKeanu Weavesas the titular character with the release ofJohn Wick: Chapter 4next year, an update has been given for the highly anticipated spinoff seriesThe Continental,which will now be moving to a new platform.
The Continental, which will serve as a prequel to the beloved franchise, will be moving from Starz to Peacock, where fans can stream the show’s episodes on the streaming service. The series will focus on The Continental hotel, which was seen in the films as a neutral hangout area for members of the criminal underworld, and is operated by Winston Scott (Ian McShane). The series will focus on a young Winston, played byColin Woodell(The Flight Attendant), in 1970s New York, where he attempts to seize control of the hotel as he navigates through the criminal underworld.
“TheJohn Wickfilms 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,” saidKelly Campbell, President, Peacock and Direct-to-Consumer. “We understand the value of a global franchise and Val Boreland and team knew that by bringing this special event series to Peacock and putting the full power of NBCUniversal behind it, the premiere of The Continental will be the streaming event of the year.”
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Alongside Woodell, the series will also starAyomide Adegun(The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes), who will play a young Charon, the concierge of the hotel. Charon was previously played byLance Reddickin the film series. Also joining the cast includesPeter Greene (The Mask) as Uncle Charlie,Mel Gibson(Braveheart) as Cormac, andBen Robson, who previously starred inVikings, as Frankie.Hubert Point-Du Jour (Dr. Death) will also appear in the series as the character Miles, withJessica Allain (The Laundromat) playing Lou,Mishel Prada(Vida) as KD, andNhung Kate(TheHousemaid) as Yen. With a set of talented actors attached to the show, The Continentalis shaping up to be an exciting addition to the beloved action franchise.
No specific release date for the series has been announced yet, butThe Continentalis expected to debut on Peacock some time in 2023, just in time to debut alongside the release ofJohn Wick: Chapter 4.Check out the official trailer forJohn Wick: Chapter4 below:
