“The Continental: From the World of John Wick” is an upcoming spin-off series directed by Albert Hughes. The series is set roughly 40 years before the events in the John Wick feature film saga and will be available on the streaming platform Peacock.
The story of “The Continental” revolves around a hotel for assassins located in New York City. The series focuses on Winston Scott, portrayed by Colin Woodell, who is a young version of the Continental Hotel owner played by Ian McShane in the John Wick movies. Mel Gibson also stars in the series as Cormac, an underworld kingpin and the hotel’s current manager. This marks Gibson’s first TV series work since his role in the 2004 ABC comedy “Complete Savages.”
The official trailer for “The Continental” has been released, showcasing the intense and action-packed world of assassins. The three-part limited series promises to explore the origin behind the iconic hotel and its place in the John Wick universe.
According to the official description, the series takes place in the 1970s New York City as Winston Scott is dragged into the dangerous underworld he thought he had left behind. He embarks on a deadly journey through the hotel’s mysterious world, aiming to seize control of the establishment where he will eventually become its leader.
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“The Continental” is set to premiere on September 22, with the second and third parts airing on September 29 and October 6, respectively. Lionsgate, the production company behind the John Wick franchise, had been developing the project since 2018.
The limited series is written and executive produced by Greg Coolidge, Kirk Ward, and Shawn Simmons. Albert Hughes serves as an executive producer and directs episodes one and three, while Charlotte Brandstrom helms episode two.
In addition to Woodell and Gibson, the series features a talented ensemble cast. Mishel Prada portrays KD, Ben Robson plays Frankie, Hubert Point-Du Jour embodies Miles, Nhung Kate represents Yen, Jessica Allain takes on the role of Lou, Ayomide Adegun brings Charon to life, Jeremy Bobb portrays Mayhew, and Peter Greene stars as Uncle Charlie.
“The Continental” is highly anticipated by fans of the John Wick franchise, who are eager to delve deeper into the lore and history of the assassins’ world. The series promises to deliver intense action sequences, intriguing characters, and a captivating storyline set in the gritty streets of 1970s New York.
As the premiere date approaches, anticipation and excitement continue to build among viewers. “The Continental” is expected to provide an immersive and thrilling viewing experience for fans of the John Wick series and newcomers alike. With a talented cast, skilled directors, and the backing of Lionsgate, the series has the potential to become a standout addition to the John Wick universe.
Overall, “The Continental: From the World of John Wick” is an exciting spin-off series that expands the beloved franchise. With its focus on the infamous assassins’ hotel and the origin story of Winston Scott, viewers can look forward to witnessing the thrilling events that occurred before the John Wick films.
