Donnie Yen Joins Keanu Reeves In ‘John Wick 4’

Donnie Yen will work alongside Keanu Reeves in the fourth installment of John Wick. Yen will play a dear friend of John Wick. They ultimately have a similar history and enemies.

Yen is known for his unique take on on-screen combat. His notoriety stems from being in features like xXx: Return of Xander Cage, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, and the IP Man franchise.

John Wick 4 is produced by Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, and Stahelski. Reeves and Louise Rosner are executive producing the film. The production for John Wick begins this summer in France, Germany, and Japan. Japanese-British pop superstar Rina Sawayama is said to have a lead role as well.

“We are fortunate to have Donnie Yen join the franchise,” said Stahelski. “I am looking forward to working with him in this exciting new role.”

Iwanyk adds, “Donnie Yen will bring a vibrant and powerful energy to the franchise. We were determined to bring him on board to John Wick 4 and are thrilled for the opportunity to have such a major talent to collaborate with Keanu.”