DC's Constantine: Is There a Future for Keanu Reeves or Should Matt Ryan Continue His Role?

The Debate Over Keanu Reeves

No, I don’t believe Keanu Reeves should re-join DC as Constantine. Particularly because they’ve already found an actor who does an excellent job as the character. I must confess, I think Keanu Reeves was miscast as Constantine. Being Constantine requires a complete bastard. You need to be willing to sacrifice your friends to save the day. So far, it doesn’t seem that Keanu has that level of determination or willingness.

Arguments for Matt Ryan's Reprise

I hope not. I have a deep love for Keanu and even enjoyed his performance as John Constantine in the film. However, the character is a blonde Liverpudlian. Matt Ryan, who portrayed Constantine in the TV series, Arrow Legends of Tomorrow, and the animated Justice League Dark, was well-cast. If they need the character again, he should reprise the role. Matt Ryan plays the character amazingly with a background in both television and animated series, making him the perfect choice.

Matt Ryan has reappeared John Constantine in the animated movie Justice League Dark. There are also plans for a Constantine animated series with Matt Ryan on CW Seed. This indicates that the character is evolving in a direction that Matt Ryan brings to life quite seamlessly.

The character of Constantine, or Hellblazer, is inherently British, not American. However, Matt Ryan’s portrayal maintains the essence of the character across his varied performances. The nuance and depth of his performance, particularly in the animated Justice League Dark, further cement his suitability for the role.

Rumors andSpeculations

There have been rumors of talks of getting Keanu Reeves for a DC movie, and Keanu is genuinely interested in the Constantine sequel. Personally, I don’t agree with Keanu’s casting as Constantine. It’s clear that Matt Ryan is the chosen actor for the role, having balanced both live-action and animated portrayals of the character.

A recent report suggested that DC might revisit the idea of featuring Keanu Reeves as Constantine, but these plans remain speculative. Considering the current lineup of DC’s projects, which seldom delve into magical elements, the likelihood of Keanu Reeves’ involvement in a new Constantine movie seems low. However, Matt Ryan’s continued involvement in both animated and live-action adaptations suggests that the character will likely remain in the hands of an actor who brings the right mix of charm and complexity to the role.

For now, as the discussion continues, it is clear that Matt Ryan’s portrayal of John Constantine has set a high bar. Whether in the animated Justice League Dark or his future roles, Matt Ryan’s interpretation of the character remains the benchmark against which all others are measured.