Keanu Reeves' Constantine 2 Co-Star Critiques Script Direction

Fans of Keanu Reeves will be pleased to learn that a sequel to his hit movie Constantine has been in development for a while. However, as one of Reeves’ original co-stars recently revealed, the actor hasn’t been entirely satisfied with the scripts produced during the film’s development phase.

"There's quite a bit of back and forth because I believe Keanu isn't especially happy with the scripts," actor Peter Stormare shared in a recent interview with The Direct. "The first film wasn’t an immediate commercial success—it became a sleeper hit and eventually turned into one of the most celebrated cult movies of all time. For a sequel, though, studios often want more spectacle: cars flying through the air, complex fight choreography, and acrobatic action sequences."

Stormare, who portrayed Lucifer in the 2005 original and is slated to return for the sequel, added that Reeves prefers not to make the follow-up overly action-driven.

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"Keanu has said, ‘I’ve already done John Wick. Constantine is a spiritual film about demons and ordinary people—I want it to stay true to that tone,’" Stormare explained. "We've talked about having God appear much like Lucifer did in the first film, wearing a black suit. Of course, I'm 12 years older now, so recreating the exact look from the original might be a challenge. But I believe Keanu wants the sequel to closely mirror the spirit of the first movie."

Additionally, it appears Reeves is concerned that Warner Bros. may try to expand the film into an unnecessarily large-scale production, similar to a Marvel movie. While Constantine is loosely adapted from the DC and Vertigo comics series Hellblazer—and comic book adaptations are highly sought after—this approach would not necessarily benefit the sequel. Reeves recently met with DC Studios to discuss the project, and it seems he fully understands that an over-the-top treatment could dilute the film's unique appeal.

"It took years for the original to earn its cult status. The formula worked then, and it can work again for audiences today," Stormare remarked. "You don’t need excessive shootouts or action. There are plenty of other movies for that. Don’t turn Constantine into a Marvel-style blockbuster—no flying harnesses or over-the-top gunfights. Keep it authentic. Let the story speak for itself."

Director Francis Lawrence is expected to return for the sequel, though an official shooting schedule and release date have yet to be confirmed.