Lionsgate’s highly anticipated John Wick spinoff, Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas, has officially been delayed by a year. Originally set for a June 7, 2024 release date, the film will now hit theaters on June 6, 2025. The decision to push back the release comes as John Wick creator Chad Stahelski extends his partnership with Lionsgate to oversee the entire franchise. Stahelski is collaborating with Ballerina director Len Wiseman to enhance the film’s action sequences and ensure that it exceeds expectations. Despite the setback, advance tracking for Ballerina is already generating buzz, indicating that the delay may be worth the wait.
With Ballerina moving to 2025, Rupert Sanders’ remake of The Crow is poised to fill its original summer slot on June 7. Bill Skarsgård leads the cast as the iconic character in this modern retelling of the graphic novel by James O’Barr. The story follows Eric Draven (Skarsgård) and Shelly Webster (FKA twigs) as they seek revenge on their killers after being brutally murdered. The film promises to blend elements of the living and the dead as Eric embarks on a quest for justice. Danny Huston, Laura Birn, Sami Bouajila, and Jordan Bolger round out the cast of this highly anticipated remake, bringing new life to a classic tale.
Adding to the mix on June 7 is New Line’s horror offering, The Watchers, from filmmaker Ishana Night Shyamalan. Details about the plot are scarce, but the film is expected to make a splash in the already crowded summer release schedule, providing audiences with a thrilling cinematic experience.
Looking ahead to January 2025, Lionsgate is set to release an untitled Guy Ritchie-directed film over MLK weekend. The exact details of the project are under wraps, but fans can expect a collaboration between Ritchie and stars Henry Cavill and Eiza González following their work on The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare. As Lionsgate stakes its claim on the holiday weekend, Amazon MGM Studios is also eyeing the same date for an untitled Jason Statham film. The competition is fierce, with both studios vying for audience attention in the early months of the year.
As the film industry continues to evolve, Lionsgate’s shifting release schedule highlights the competitive nature of the market. With high-profile projects like Ballerina and The Crow in the pipeline, audiences can anticipate a diverse range of films to choose from in the coming years. From action-packed thrillers to horror offerings, the studio is committed to delivering engaging content for viewers across the globe. Stay tuned for more updates on Lionsgate’s upcoming releases and mark your calendars for a year of exciting cinematic experiences.