If you’re a fan of high-energy action and meticulously choreographed fight scenes, Hulu has just dropped a triple treat for you. The first three John Wick movies—John Wick (2014), John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017), and John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019)—are now streaming, making it the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the iconic underworld of assassins.
A quick overview of the John Wick trilogy
John Wick (2014)
The story begins with John Wick, played by Keanu Reeves, mourning the loss of his wife when a horrific act by some gangsters pulls him back into a dangerous world he left behind to get revenge.
John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017)
In this sequel, John finds himself on the run from what seems like every assassin in the world. Each scene is packed with action and intense visuals as he travels from Rome to New York City.
John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019)
The third installment picks up immediately after the events of Chapter 2, with John declared “excommunicado” and a $14 million bounty placed on his head.
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Reeves underwent extensive training in martial arts, firearms, and stunt work to perform most of his own stunts. You can still catch many of the videos online.
In one fight scene, Reeves was sick with the flu and had a 104-degree temperature but would not take a break, showcasing his dedication to the film.
Gun-Fu started with John Wick, which is a play on Kung Fu, a popular fighting style. Gun-Fu blends martial arts with gunplay and is the unique vision of former stuntman and director Chad Stahelski.
The films create a unique universe but draw inspiration from classic samurai and Western films.
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Why now is the perfect time to stream
The release of the first three movies on Hulu couldn’t have come at a better time. Fans who’ve watched John Wick: Chapter 4 (available on Starz) can revisit the earlier chapters to uncover nuances they might have missed. It’s also a lot of fun to watch them in order, one right after the other to get a better understanding of the story.
With the spinoff series The Continental and the movie Ballerina on the horizon, now is the time to jump back into the John Wick universe and make sure you are up to date with all of the lore.
Watch John Wick if you are a fan of films like The Matrix, Kill Bill, or Mad Max: Fury Road.
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