---
title: "Ballerina"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ballerina-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 541671
imdb_id: "tt7181546"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 125
community_rating: 7.3
vote_count: 2749
content_rating: "R"
---

# Ballerina (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ballerina-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Ballerina is a 2025 action film set within the John Wick universe. The story follows Eve Macarro, a ballerina who begins her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma organization. The film takes place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. It is directed by Len Wiseman and stars Ana de Armas in the lead role. Keanu Reeves returns as the titular character John Wick, alongside supporting performances from Ian McShane and Anjelica Huston. The movie explores Eve’s transformation as she becomes involved in the clandestine world of elite assassins tied to the broader narrative of the John Wick series. It was released on June 6, 2025.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An assassin seeks vengeance while training within the traditions of the Ruska Roma."

### Why Watch
- expands the John Wick universe
- features Ana de Armas in a lead role

### Caveats & Content Note
- narrative is tied to established franchise events
- Tone & Suitability: This is a high-octane action thriller featuring themes of vengeance and professional assassination.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, intense, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Starz Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Starz Amazon Channel, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Len Wiseman
- **Networks / Studios**: Thunder Road, 87Eleven, Lionsgate

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ana de Armas** as *Eve*
- **Keanu Reeves** as *John Wick*
- **Ian McShane** as *Winston*
- **Anjelica Huston** as *The Director*
- **Gabriel Byrne** as *The Chancellor*
- **Catalina Sandino Moreno** as *Lena*
- **Ava McCarthy** as *Ella*
- **Juliet Doherty** as *Tatiana*
- **Norman Reedus** as *Daniel Pine*
- **Lance Reddick** as *Charon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who stars in Ballerina?
The film stars Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, and Anjelica Huston.

### Q: When does the film take place?
The story occurs during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum.

### Q: Who directed the movie?
The film was directed by Len Wiseman.

### Q: What is the premise of the story?
Eve Macarro is an assassin with a past rooted in a mysterious ballet academy who avenges a death.

### Q: Is this part of a larger series?
Yes, it is a spin-off movie set within the John Wick cinematic universe.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Ballerina (2025 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballerina_(2025_film))
- [Ballerina (2025) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7181546/)
- [Ballerina (2025) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/ballerina_2025)
- [Ballerina (2025) - Movie | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/ballerina/T6zQSeyAbhbLqgQYrfPFZ7/main/)
- [Ballerina (2025) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/541671-ballerina)
- [Watch Ballerina (2025) Full Movie Online - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/ballerina-2025)

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