John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum (2019)

5/15/2019
131 minutes
7

Super-assassin John Wick returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless hit men and women await his every turn.

Revenue: $326,709,727

Details

Budget

$55,000,000

Rating

7/10 (10857 votes)

Status

Released

Production Companies

Thunder Road, Lionsgate, 87Eleven

About John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum continues the story of John Wick as he navigates a world of assassins, now with a bounty on his head. The film expands on the established lore of the High Table and the Continental Hotel, exploring the consequences of Wick's actions in the previous installment. It maintains the series' focus on extensive action sequences, drawing from martial arts and hand-to-hand combat, set against urban backdrops like New York City and Casablanca.

The narrative follows Wick as he attempts to survive while excommunicado, encountering both allies and adversaries within the secret societies of professional assassins. The film balances its action with elements of crime and thriller genres, deepening the character's journey and the intricate rules of his world. Its development led to the creation of a broader 'Wickiverse,' including additional films and TV series, indicating the franchise's impact since its inception.

Rotten Tomatoes 89%
Metacritic 73/100
IMDb 7.4/10

Why you might be searching for John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum

People often search for this movie because of its intense action sequences, specifically mentioning its use of martial arts and hand-to-hand combat. The plot point involving a professional assassin who becomes a target, along with the distinct settings of New York City and the Sahara Desert, contribute to its memorable identity. References to the 'Baba Yaga' nickname and the concept of a 'one man army' are also common themes that resonate with viewers.

What reviewers are saying

tmdb47396461 4/10

One reviewer found that the film, like the Matrix series, featured strong fight choreography but suffered from mediocre direction, poor writing, and uninspired plot twists, making it a watch-once experience.

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Manuel São Bento 8/10

Another review highlighted the film's 'mind-blowing' and 'brutally choreographed' action sequences, positioning the franchise as important for the survival of realistic action cinema.

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Gimly 8/10

A reviewer considered this installment a strong contender for the best in the John Wick series, praising its consistent quality and the character's ongoing appeal.

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JPV852 8/10

This film was described as not the strongest of the trilogy, but still an excellent ride with great fight sequences, noting Keanu Reeves's suitable performance despite limited emotional demands.

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