Eva Longoria Spent $6 Million to Help Fund the Original JOHN WICK at the Last Minute

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As a grateful fan, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of appreciation for Eva Longoria. Her timely investment in the production of John Wick not only saved this iconic franchise from obscurity but also catapulted it into the stratosphere of action movie greatness. Her courage and foresight ensured that Keanu Reeves’ enigmatic character would become a household name, and her legacy will forever be etched in the annals of cinematic history.

Approximately a decade ago, a film titled “John Wick” about an ex-assassin seeking vengeance for his slain puppy was released in cinemas. Initially, it didn’t create a massive impact at the box office, but as word spread, people discovered this outstanding action movie filled with shootouts. Since then, there have been three sequels, a TV series, and a spinoff on the horizon, making Keanu Reeves’ character of John Wick a familiar name. Additionally, it has grown into a billion-dollar franchise. Remarkably, the entire venture was almost scrapped, but at the last minute, it was former “Desperate Housewives” star Eva Longoria who helped save “John Wick” from oblivion.

Through Variety, we found out that during an interview with Business Insider, the original creators of John Wick, Chad Stahelski and David Leitch, spoke about how Longoria contributed $6 million to bridge a sudden financing gap in the film. The initial budget for John Wick was approximately between $20 and $30 million. With less than 24 hours before filming on John Wick started, Longoria stepped in as a savior, investing the remaining $6 million. In essence, she played the role of a protective guardian angel for the project, as without her investment, production would have been halted.

The first “John Wick” movie turned out to be a significant success, earning $86 million and proving to be a wise investment for producer Longoria and the team. This film also kick-started an entire franchise. Directors Stahelski and Leitch later invited Longoria for lunch as a token of gratitude for her crucial role in saving John Wick’s character at the last minute. Leitch shared that Longoria had described investing in the movie as “The best money she’d ever spent.” Given the massive success of the franchise, it seems likely that she wasn’t exaggerating. So, will they eventually involve Longoria in a “John Wick” project? Leitch expressed interest, stating, “She wants to do action; I would love to work with her. We’re trying to find something suitable.” Here’s hoping that Eva Longoria will make an appearance at the Continental Hotel soon.

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2024-10-24 17:32