Keanu Reeves and Francis Lawrence Confirm Development Progress on 'Constantine 2'
The long-awaited sequel to the 2005 cult classic has received official approval to move forward, with a script currently in development.
- Director Francis Lawrence and actor Keanu Reeves confirmed that 'Constantine 2' has received official authorization to proceed under DC Studios' Elseworlds banner.
- The sequel has faced years of delays due to leadership changes at Warner Bros. and DC Comics, but fan support and the original film’s cult following reignited interest in the project.
- Akiva Goldsman is writing the screenplay, with Lawrence, Reeves, and Goldsman collaborating to develop new ideas while honoring the original film.
- Reeves expressed strong enthusiasm for reprising his role as John Constantine, calling it the character he is most eager to revisit.
- While plot details remain undisclosed, Lawrence indicated significant progress on the script, describing it as being close to a workable draft.