John Wick: Chapter 4

John Wick: Chapter 4

Year: 2023

Runtime: 169 min

Language: English

Director: Chad Stahelski

Echo Score: 77

Budget: $100M

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Driven by a desire for freedom, John Wick confronts the High Table, a shadowy organization with immense power. His quest for redemption leads him down a dangerous path, forcing him to betray former allies and face formidable opponents with reach across the globe. He must confront not only ruthless enemies but also grapple with questions of loyalty and the ultimate cost of his relentless pursuit.

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1

John Wick Goes Underground

In the chaotic streets of New York City, John Wick seeks redemption and retribution against the High Table. With the help of the Bowery King, he prepares to go into hiding, knowing that the battle for his life has just begun.

New York City
2

Confrontation with the Elder

John’s journey takes him to Morocco, where he confronts the Elder, a crucial figure in the underworld. Killing the Elder, John is warned that this act will not change his fate and he will never find peace, setting the tone for his tumultuous path ahead.

Morocco
3

Marquis De Gramont Takes Control

Marquis Vincent Bisset De Gramont, a powerful member of the High Table, meets with Winston and Charon to disclose his intentions. He blames Winston for previous failures and, in a shocking twist, strips Winston of his position and brands him ‘Ex-Communicado’.

4

The Fall of the Continental

In a ruthless act of power, the Marquis orders the obliteration of the New York Continental, leaving guests only an hour to escape. The brutal execution of Charon solidifies the severity of the Marquis’s regime and deepens Winston’s resolve to fight back.

New York Continental
5

The Blind Assassin Enters the Fray

The Marquis recruits Caine, a blind ex-assassin, to hunt down John Wick, using Caine’s daughter as leverage. This marks the beginning of an intense battle, with Caine reluctantly stepping into the fray under the pressure of the High Table.

6

Refuge at Osaka Continental

Desperate for safety, John seeks refuge in the Osaka Continental, where he is welcomed by his ally Shimazu Koji. Despite warnings from Koji’s daughter, Akira, about the dangers of sheltering John, Koji chooses loyalty, knowing the potential consequences.

Osaka Continental
7

The Attack on Osaka

Tension escalates as the High Table launches a violent assault on the Osaka Continental. Amidst the chaos, John fights through swarms of assassins, while Akira works tirelessly to ensure the safety of the hotel’s guests, contributing to the mayhem.

Osaka Continental
8

The Loss of Koji and Akira’s Fury

In a heartbreaking turn, Koji sacrifices himself to defend John against Caine, who spares Akira but fatally wounds Koji. This tragic event ignites a desire for vengeance in Akira, promising to avenge her father's death and drawing her deeper into John's fight.

9

John Returns to New York

After surviving the turmoil in Osaka, John returns to New York City, resolved to confront the Marquis and reclaim his freedom. He meets Winston at Charon’s grave, where they devise a plan to challenge the Marquis to a duel as a way to break free from the High Table's grasp.

New York City
10

The Duel's Parameters Set

John and Winston engage in tense negotiations with the Marquis to establish the terms of their duel. The stage is set for a showdown at Sacré-Coeur, where Caine is reluctantly chosen as the Marquis's champion, heightening the stakes for them all.

Dawn Sacré-Coeur
11

Preparing for the Duel

As dawn approaches, John receives an advanced ballistic suit and a pistol from the Bowery King to prepare for the imminent duel. Meanwhile, the Marquis complicates matters by placing an even higher bounty on John's head, adding urgency to his situation.

12

Alliances Formed

With mere minutes to spare, John faces an influx of assassins determined to stop him. In a surprising twist, Caine joins forces with John, highlighting that even amidst conflict, alliances can form when survival is at stake.

13

Climactic Duel

In a thrilling climax, John and Caine engage in their duel, where each shot echoes the weight of their intertwined pasts. Following a tense standoff, John manages to defy expectations, delivering a final shot that ends the Marquis’s reign.

Sacré-Coeur
14

A World Without the High Table

With the High Table's overreach quelled, the Harbinger declares John and Caine free from their violent pasts. The restoration of Winston to the Continental’s management marks a new beginning, indicating hope amidst the chaos.

New York City
15

John's Farewell

As John reflects on his tumultuous journey and sacrifices, he succumbs to his injuries in a poignant farewell. At his grave, Winston and the Bowery King pay their respects beside the final resting place of John's beloved wife, Helen, solidifying the tragedy of his life.

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