John Wick is an iconic franchise, and many viewers have been waiting eagerly for any new content related to this series. Luckily enough, we have ‘The Continental,’ a promising upcoming show that aims to expand the world of John Wick beyond what we have seen in the movies. In this post, we’ll be taking a closer look at what ‘The Continental’ is all about, and some other information you might want to know about it.
Tower-ing Fiction #12: The Continental, John Wick franchise (2014)
Brief Overview
The Continental is a TV series that will take place in the same universe as the John Wick movies. The premise of the show is to explore the world of assassins and their mysterious organization called The Continental. The John Wick movies only hinted at the existence of this organization, its rules, regulations, and the network of assassins who communicate through it, and this series aims to expand on that world-building and provide more insight into the inner workings of The Continental.
What
The Continental is an upcoming TV series based on the John Wick franchise. The show is set in the same universe and will explore the world of assassins, their operations, and The Continental organization. The show promises to delve into the gritty world of assassins and their code of conduct, which they follow without fail.
Why
John Wick has been a massive success since its release in 2014, and the franchise has only grown in popularity over the years. The Continental serves as a promising expansion of that world, exploring the mysterious organization that has been hinted at in the movies. The show promises to provide fans with more insight into the inner workings of The Continental and the dark world of assassins.
Cast
The cast for ‘The Continental’ hasn’t been fully disclosed. Still, it’s been confirmed that Ian McShane will be reprising his role as Winston, the manager of The Continental, from the movies. We might see the return of other cast members from the John Wick franchise. It’s also expected that the show will introduce some new faces as the main characters in the series.
Synopsis
‘The Continental’ aims to take place pre-John Wick movies, focusing on the building of the Continental organization from scratch. The show plans to explore its history, the motivation behind building such an organization, and the rise of John Wick within it.
Plot
The plot of ‘The Continental’ is still under wraps. However, it’s expected that the show would show the origin story of the enigmatic organization and its importance to the assassin world. The show would likely delve into the history of The Continental, exploring how its rules and regulations were implemented, and the consequences that violated each one.
Review
As the show has yet to hit the screens, there isn’t any official review available at the moment. However, there have been talks about the possibility of Keanu Reeves making an appearance for a few episodes of the show, which has fans excited for the series.
Characters & Performance
The show will feature Ian McShane reprising his role as Winston, and beyond that, there’s not much information available right now. However, considering the critical acclaim of the John Wick movies, it’s highly likely that The Continental will feature an impressive cast that delivers excellent performances.
Effects
The John Wick movies are famous for their fantastic choreography, and it’s highly likely that the TV series will follow suit. With The Continental, we might even see more intricate stunt work and action scenes that set the series apart.
Soundtrack
There’s no news as to who will be composing the score for The Continental yet. However, given the John Wick movies’ success, the series’s music will likely be a combination of electronic and orchestral music that became synonymous with the franchise.
Cinematography
The John Wick franchise is known for its breathtaking visuals, and it’s highly likely that The Continental will follow suit. The show will likely feature the same neon-drenched cityscapes, gritty tone, and stylized cinematography that make the movies so visually appealing.
Directing
Two directors have been announced for The Continental: Albert Hughes and Chad Stahelski. Chad Stahelski directed all three John Wick movies, and Albert Hughes is known for Menace II Society and From Hell. With the two of them leading the show’s directing, The Continental promises to have a consistent look and style ahead into the show.
Popular Streaming Platforms
The Continental is an original series from Starz, so the show will be streaming exclusively on the Starz network. But unlike other shows from streaming platforms, it will not be available on other streaming services such as Netflix or Amazon Prime Video.
How to
Accessing ‘The Continental’ is relatively easy. All you need is a Starz subscription, which you can get through various cable and satellite TV providers. Starz also has its app, which viewers can use to watch all its content, including The Continental.
Rental and Purchase Options
Since The Continental is a TV series and not a movie, it won’t be available through rental or purchase options. The only guaranteed way of watching the show is through subscribing to the Starz network.
Pricing and Available Formats
A Starz subscription starts at $8.99 a month for the standalone app or $9.99 a month as an add-on to other streaming services. Starz also offers a seven-day free trial, so if you’re unsure about the service, you can take advantage of the trial period before getting a subscription.
Free Streaming Options
Unfortunately, there are no free streaming options available for The Continental. Since it’s an original series from Starz, it’s only available through their network with a subscription.
Torrenting and Piracy Warning
We don’t condone any form of piracy, including torrenting. Not only is it illegal, but it also damages the entertainment industry, makes it harder for creators and studios to produce quality content and bring them to the audience, and risks malware and viruses to your computer and networks.
VPNs for Geo-Restrictions
If ‘The Continental’ is not available in your country, you can use a VPN service to bypass geo-restrictions and access the show. However, we must emphasize that using VPN services to access geographically restricted content might be against the streaming platform’s terms and conditions.
Recommendations
If you’re a fan of the John Wick movies, ‘The Continental’ is a must-watch series. It will provide more insight into the assassin world that John Wick inhabits, answer some of the lingering questions that were left in the movies, and introduce us to potential new fan-favorite characters. The Continental aims to be a worthies expansion of the John Wick universe, and we’re excited to see what it has in store for us.
