Fans ofKeanu Reevesdesperately want him to join a superhero franchise be it Marvel Cinematic Universe or DC Universe and there are a plethora of roles the actor can easily play, however, that day hasn’t come yet. Nonetheless, fans have a reason to rejoice as theJohn Wickactor’s cult classic DC filmConstantineis soon coming to Prime Video, where it has found a new home, CBR reports.
Directed byFrancis Lawrencein his directorial debut, the movie followed cynical exorcist John Constantine (Reeves), who has literally been to hell and back.Things take a turn when he helps a policewoman Angela Dodson investigate her identical twin’s apparent suicide, and the two get embroiled in a supernatural plot involving both demonic and angelic forces. While the movie got mixed reviews back in the day, over the years it has garnered a cult classic status thanks to Reeves’ brilliant portrayal of the demon hunter, the campy vibes of the film, and Lawrence’s vision.
The movie grossed $230.9 million worldwide against a production budget between $70–100 million making it barely profitable for the studio. It has an approval rating of 46 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. The movie also castRachel Weiszas LAPD detective Angela Dodson,Shia LaBeoufas Constantine’s apprentice Chas Kramer,Tilda Swintonas Gabriel,Djimon Hounsouas Papa Midnite,Peter Stormareas Lucifer, and many more.
What’s Happening With ‘Constantine 2’?
Fans have been patiently waiting forConstantine 2which promised the return of Reeves as the titular character and Stormare as Lucifer along with director Lawrence. While details about the plot are kept tightly under wraps,the synopsis hints"Reeves will reprise his role as supernatural exorcist and demonologist John Constantine.Who, in the original is dying, but sticks around to save his soul by keeping demons in hell from breaching earth."
ProducerAkiva Goldsmanpreviously gave an update to Collider about the script stating, “It’s going fine. I’m writing a script about Constantine 2. It’s good. I hope to have a script for my partners soon.” When asked about the potential R-rated nature of the script he said, “Oh, I can’t say that. I’m definitely writing a script about Constantine.” While no further details about the cast or plot are available, the promise of Reeves' return and Lawrence at the helm of the feature has fans excited about the sequel.
Constantinewill drop on Prime Video on September 1 and stay tuned to Collider for further updates.
Constantine
Supernatural exorcist and demonologist John Constantine helps a policewoman prove her sister’s death was not a suicide, but something more.
