John Wick Writer & Production Company Hit With $10M Lawsuit
The writer and production company behind the John Wick franchise face a $10 million copyright infringement lawsuit.Summary
Twelve years after the John Wick franchise launched, its original writer Derek Kolstad and production company Thunder Road Pictures have been sued for $10 million by J.R. Wicker. Wicker alleges that Kolstad intentionally copied his screenplay "Blood for Escobar" to create "John Wick," claiming the works share "strikingly and substantially similar" elements. The lawsuit points to specific plot points, including the protagonist witnessing his pet being killed, owning a Ford Mustang, and being exiled by a secret society. Wicker is seeking damages from Kolstad, Lionsgate, and Thunder Road, though the case faces challenges regarding the statute of limitations. The lawsuit arrives as the franchise continues to expand with upcoming projects like the film "Caine" and a potential fifth installment.
(Source：Screenrant)