Lionsgate Greenlights Animated John Wick Prequel

Lionsgate announced Thursday that it has greenlit an animated prequel to the John Wick franchise, with Keanu Reeves set to reprise his role as the iconic assassin in voice.

The film will explore Wick’s origins, following him as he completes the “Impossible Task” that sets the stage for the series, according to the studio’s press release.

While the source material is gritty, the new project promises a high‑energy animation style and a playful take on the franchise’s signature action, complete with exaggerated “pow!” bubbles that would make a Saturday‑morning audience think they’re watching a superhero bake‑off.

Fans have already taken to social media, sharing memes that juxtapose the stoic Wick with cartoonishly oversized eyes, proving that the internet will adapt any brand to its own brand of absurdity.

The decision signals Lionsgate’s willingness to experiment, even if it means turning a lethal assassin into a Saturday‑morning spectacle.