“John Wick: Ballerina” (2025) is the first major spin-off in the John Wick universe, directed by Len Wiseman and starring Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro, a ballerina-turned-assassin. The film is set during the events of “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum,” filling in narrative gaps before the fourth chapter. The story follows Eve, who is trained in the deadly traditions of the Ruska Roma organization, as she seeks revenge for her family’s murder. Her quest for vengeance leads her to the Continental Hotel in New York, where she seeks help from Winston Scott (Ian McShane). However, her journey takes a dangerous turn when the Director (Anjelica Huston) sends John Wick (Keanu Reeves) himself to stop her, resulting in a high-stakes showdown between the two assassins.
The new trailer reveals that Eve is not only fighting her way up the criminal underworld but must also face off against John Wick, who offers her a choice: leave or die. Instead, Eve retaliates, leading to an explosive confrontation. The film’s action sequences are intense, with Ana de Armas wielding everything from pistols to flamethrowers, and the choreography is in line with the franchise’s signature style. The cast also includes Gabriel Byrne, Norman Reedus, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, and the late Lance Reddick in his final appearance as Charon. The film is produced by Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, and Chad Stahelski, with Stahelski reportedly overseeing significant reshoots to ensure the film matches the franchise’s high standards.
As for the budget, “Ballerina” is reported to have a production budget in the range of $80–100 million, reflecting its ambitious action set pieces and star-studded cast. Ana de Armas, now a major Hollywood star, has an estimated net worth of $10–12 million, while Keanu Reeves’ net worth is estimated at over $380 million, thanks to his long career and the massive success of the John Wick franchise.
The film is set to release in theaters on June 6, 2025, and is expected to expand the John Wick universe with new characters and deeper lore, while delivering the brutal, stylish action fans have come to expect. For more details.
