The final trailer for “Ballerina,” the anticipated John Wick spin-off, reveals Ana de Armas as a vengeful assassin wielding both emotional depth and deadly weapons. The action-packed glimpse arrives just weeks before the film’s June 6, 2025 theatrical release.
“When you think of me, you should think of fire,” a voice declares as the trailer opens, setting the tone for the fierce character de Armas embodies. The compact 90-second preview prioritizes combat sequences over narrative, showcasing Eve Macarro’s lethal skills with everything from ice picks to katanas.
The film positions itself chronologically between “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum” and “John Wick: Chapter 4.” Eve trains in the traditions of the Ruska Roma ballet school—the same institution John Wick visits in “Parabellum”—but her path diverges from obedient assassin to revenge-seeker.
Keanu Reeves returns as the legendary John Wick, facing de Armas in what appears to be an assassin-versus-assassin confrontation. The trailer suggests Eve’s vengeance mission for her father’s death escalates beyond acceptable boundaries, prompting the Ruska Roma director (Anjelica Huston) to dispatch Wick to contain the situation.
The film’s journey to theaters reflects its own dramatic narrative. Originally announced in 2017 and fast-tracked in 2019, “Ballerina” encountered significant production challenges. Its initial June 2024 release shifts to 2025, with John Wick co-director Chad Stahelski stepping in to enhance director Len Wiseman’s action sequences through additional photography.
The star-studded cast includes Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Norman Reedus, Ian McShane, and the late Lance Reddick in one of his final roles as the Continental’s concierge Charon.
“From the World of John Wick: Ballerina” represents the franchise’s continued expansion, offering fans a female-led perspective within the intricately constructed assassin universe that has captivated audiences since John Wick’s debut.
