Constantine 2 Script Underways After Keanu Reeves' Proposal to DC

Keanu Reeves offers the most encouraging Constantine 2 update yet, confirming the project is ready for a script.

John Constantine, the occult detective and exorcist from DC Comics, was memorably portrayed by Reeves in the 2005 film adaptation, a cult classic following Reeves' success with The Matrix. For two decades, fans have clamored for a sequel, a desire echoed by Reeves himself.

Now, Constantine 2 appears closer to reality than ever before, thanks to Reeves' confirmation of a recent successful pitch meeting at DC Studios.

"We've been pursuing this film for over a decade, and we recently finalized a story and presented it to DC Studios. They gave us the green light," Reeves told Inverse. "So, we're moving forward with the script."

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While this is promising, it's crucial to remember that DC Studios co-heads James Gunn and Peter Safran still need to officially approve the script. Constantine 2 isn't yet confirmed for the rebooted DCU, and neither Gunn nor Safran has publicly mentioned it. The project remains somewhat precarious.

However, Reeves hinted that, if produced, Constantine 2 will remain consistent with the original film's universe. "We're staying true to that world," he assured, adding with a touch of humor: "John Constantine will face even more torment."

Reeves' statement follows comments from producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura in September, who revealed that a Constantine 2 script existed but admitted his apprehension about reading it.

Speaking to ComicBook, di Bonaventura stated the script was in his inbox, expressing his reluctance to read it due to his high hopes for its quality.

"It's in my inbox right now, believe it or not," he said. "I'm too nervous to read it; I really want it to be excellent. I'll probably read it on my next flight."