Ballerina (2025)

Ballerina (also known as From the World of John Wick: Ballerina) is a 2025 American action thriller directed by Len Wiseman and written by Shay Hatten. It is a spin-off of the John Wick franchise, set between John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) and John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023). Ana de Armas stars as Eve Macarro, a ballerina and assassin seeking revenge for her father's death.

Plot:

The film follows Eve Macarro, who trains in the traditions of the Ruska Roma organization to become a professional killer. Armed with lethal skills, she sets out to find those who destroyed her family, engaging in a bloody confrontation with an army of mercenaries. The story reveals new facets of the John Wick universe while maintaining the signature style of brutal, choreographically refined fights.

Cast:

• Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro
• Keanu Reeves as John Wick
• Ian McShane as Winston
• Anjelica Huston as the Director
• Gabriel Byrne as the Chancellor
• Norman Reedus as Pine
• Lance Reddick as Charon (cameo)
• Catalina Sandino Moreno as Marie
• David Castañeda as Thomas

Crew:

• Director: Len Wiseman
• Writers: Shay Hatten, Emerald Fennell
• Producers: Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, Chad Stahelski
• Composer: Tyler Bates
• Studios: Summit Entertainment, Thunder Road Films, 87Eleven Entertainment
• Distributor: Lionsgate

John Wick franchise chronology:

• John Wick (2014) — Retired hitman John Wick returns to the bloody underworld after the son of a Russian mobster kills his dog, the last gift from his deceased wife. The film launched the cult action series starring Keanu Reeves.
• John Wick: Chapter 2 (2017) — John is forced to honor a blood oath, leading to an open contract on his life from an international guild of assassins.
• John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) — With a $14 million bounty on his head, John flees through New York, seeking help from old allies, including the Ruska Roma.
• John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) — John challenges the High Table itself, traveling from Paris to Osaka to earn his freedom.
• Ballerina (2025) — A spin-off set between Chapters 3 and 4; the story of Eve Macarro avenging her father's death.
• The Continental (2023) — A three-episode prequel miniseries about a young Winston Scott in 1970s New York.

Where to watch:

• Official distributor in Ukraine: currently available on digital platforms after theatrical release. Check availability on:
• multiplex.ua (Ukrainian localization)
• YouTube Movies (possible rental/purchase)
• Amazon Prime Video (with subscription)
• Also search on UAKino for possible viewing options.