In 2022, the latest episode in the Keanu Reeves franchise was scheduled to open around Memorial Day weekend. But another new release date has been set for John Wick Chapter 4. Read the post below on further information about the delay on John Wick chapter 4.
- The movie was originally set to be released on May 21, 2021, but was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
- The three previous films based on the once-retired hitman have grossed $579 million worldwide.
- Chad Stahelski, who directed the first three films, will return to direct the fourth film.
- The most recent addition in the franchise, John Wick: Chapter 3, was released in May 2019 and starred Halle Berry and Laurence Fishburne.
- This finding comes as the world, including Hollywood, is coping with a spike of COVID-19 cases linked to the omicron form.
As per Lionsgate, the action picture John Wick Chapter 4 starring Keanu Reeves will be pushed back a year, from May 27, 2022, to March 24, 2023. The movie was meant to be out on May 21, 2021, but it was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The news was revealed via a video posted to Lionsgate’s social media pages, with the caption “Be seeing you.” Chad Stahelski, who directed the first three John Wick films, will return to direct the picture based on a Shay Hatten and Michael Finch storyline.
The three previous films based on the once-retired hitman have grossed $579 million worldwide. John Wick Chapter 4 would have premiered with Top Gun: Maverick over Memorial Day weekend if it had been released on its original release date of May 27, 2022.
The most recent addition in the franchise, John Wick Chapter 3, was released in May 2019 and starred Halle Berry and Laurence Fishburne.
This finding comes as the world, including Hollywood, is coping with a spike of COVID-19 cases linked to the omicron form. The new surge has had no impact on film release dates so far, but it has impacted live events and in-person gatherings, particularly as the Oscar season approaches.
The Critics’ Choice Awards have been postponed due to COVID-19 fears:
The 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards in-person presentation has been delayed while the Omicron version of COVID-19 continues to spread. This follows the cancellation or postponement of a spate of other January activities.
- The 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards in-person presentation has been delayed while the Omicron version of COVID-19 continues to spread.
- This follows the cancellation or postponement of a spate of other January activities.
- This comes after several other January events were recently delayed or canceled.
- The leading television candidates included ‘Succession,’ ‘Mare of Easttown,’ and ‘Evil.
- “”Early data from South Africa show that the Omicron version is more transmissible,” according to the CDC.”
- “Last year’s Critics’ Choice Awards were a hybrid event that featured both live and virtual appearances.
- Aside from the Critics’ Choice Awards, the Palm Springs Film Awards have also canceled their January 6 ceremony owing to increased COVID-19 cases.
The 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards in-person presentation has been postponed while the Omicron version of COVID-19 continues to spread. This comes after several other January events were recently delayed or canceled.
The Critics’ Choice Association, according to People magazine, revealed the announcement on Wednesday, noting that the televised awards event, which they planned to take place in Los Angeles on January 9, will no longer take place.
“After carefully considering and candid conversations with our collaborators at The CW and TBS, we have communally determined that postponing the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards, which were originally scheduled for January 9, 2022, is the prudent and responsible decision at this time,” the statement reads.
“We’ve been in daily touch with LA County Public Health authorities, and we’re currently attempting to find a new date during the following awards season when we can hold our annual gala in person while keeping everyone’s safety and health in mind.
“Early data from South Africa show that the Omicron version is more transmissible,” according to the CDC. “Scientists in the United States and throughout the globe are urgently exploring vaccine efficacy associated with this variation.”
Last year’s Critics Choice Awards were a hybrid event that featured both live and virtual appearances. Taye Diggs, the host, and a few presenters aired from a stage in Los Angeles while nominees appeared worldwide.
Aside from the Critics’ Choice Awards, the Palm Springs Film Awards have also canceled their January 6 ceremony owing to increased COVID-19 cases. On Monday, BAFTA’s annual Tea Party was also canceled, scheduled for January 8.
The Governor Awards ceremony, slated for January 15, was also postponed on Wednesday. In addition, the AFI Awards, which were scheduled for January 7, have been delayed until a later date.
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