Lionsgate’s highly anticipated John Wick spinoff, “Ballerina,” starring Ana de Armas, has been pushed back from its original June 7, 2024, release date to June 6, 2025. This delay comes as Chad Stahelski, the mastermind behind the John Wick franchise, has signed a new deal with Lionsgate to oversee the entire series. Stahelski is collaborating with director Len Wiseman to enhance the action sequences in “Ballerina,” making it even more thrilling for audiences. Despite the postponement, advance tracking for the film is already generating significant buzz, and Lionsgate is committed to making sure that the final product exceeds expectations.
With “Ballerina” now occupying the summer 2025 slot, another film stepping in to fill its original June 7 slot is Rupert Sanders’ adaptation of “The Crow.” The new version features Bill SkarsgĂ„rd in the iconic role, bringing a modern twist to James O’Barr’s original graphic novel. The story follows Eric Draven on a quest for revenge after the tragic murder of himself and his beloved Shelly Webster. Alongside “The Crow,” New Line is releasing a horror movie titled “The Watchers” on the same date, creating a crowded opening weekend.
In January 2025, Lionsgate is set to premiere an untitled Guy Ritchie film over the MLK weekend, adding to the lineup of anticipated releases. However, Amazon MGM Studios has also slated an untitled Jason Statham movie for the same weekend, setting up a potential clash between the two action-packed features. Additionally, Sony has scheduled “Paddington in Peru” for release during the same weekend, bringing the total number of wide releases in January 2025 to six, one more than the previous year.
Overall, the shifting landscape of the movie release calendar for 2025 promises an exciting lineup of films across various genres. With high-profile projects like “Ballerina,” “The Crow,” and the untitled Guy Ritchie movie on the horizon, audiences can look forward to a diverse selection of cinematic experiences in the coming year. As studios continue to announce new additions and schedule changes, the competitive nature of the industry ensures that moviegoers will have plenty of options to choose from, making 2025 a promising year for film enthusiasts.
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