John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe, and forces that turn old friends into foes.
For thoughts on John Wick: Chapter 4, please check out my colleague Dom Fisher’s review from its original theatrical release here.
Video Quality
John Wick: Chapter 4 kicks serious butt with its 2160p/Dolby Vision presentation in 2.39:1 on this 4K UHD Blu-Ray disc. While the included Blu-Ray disc is also a stunner, you cannot beat the uptick in detail this superior format offers. From the opening moments, you are treated to deeper colors within the environments, more satisfying textures on the clothes and greater clarity in the production design.
Perhaps the greatest asset of this presentation is the ability of the Dolby Vision to provide spectacularly deep black levels, especially helpful since so much of the film takes place at night. All environments are incredibly deep and detailed with digital noise almost entirely absent from the screen. There are many shots of the expanses of nighttime sky that show no signs of crush. Brighter scenes wow with an intense clarity and a strong handle of highlights that show no evidence of blooming.
Color highlights are another area of significant improvement in comparison to the Blu-Ray. Colors look more natural in this presentation with the bold lighting choices really coming alive. Skin tones look very consistent throughout and show a great amount of facial detail. The 4K presentation provides a depth of field that simply cannot be replicated as well with the Blu-Ray. This transfer shows an immense amount of detail in even the smallest facets of each environment and articles of clothing. This is a knockout 4K UHD presentation that will impress anyone who picks it up.
Audio Quality
This disc comes equipped with a 5-star Dolby Atmos presentation that fully immerses you into this world. There are facets of this track that will leave you shaking with excitement, as nearly every action sequence is matched with sound design that translates every blow with a vengeance. Even other environmental sounds such as the weather and vehicles rushing by radiate in a way that utilizes the height channels. Sounds are precisely rendered with pinpoint directionality from the more kinetic scenes to the more subdued expository moments. Dialogue is presented crisp and clear without ever being overpowered by any of the competing sonic elements.
The sound design of this film is quite powerful, and the implementation of environmental sounds are executed very effectively. The low end is engaged particularly well with consistent engagement from the beginning to the end which will have your seat rocking. The score conjures the perfect tone that amps up emotional stakes. The mix is very well done with perfect engagement of all the channels, so those with a good system should have a blast. There are optional English, English SDH, French and Spanish subtitles provided.
Special Features
- Chad and Keanu – Through Wick And Thin: A six-minute exploration of the dynamics between the director/producer Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves, how they evolved within the industry, their specific take on action and more.
- Train Like A Killer: A six-minute piece in which the cast and creative team look at the intense training regimen that goes into these movies, the stunts and more.
- Making A Killing: A nearly seven-minute featurette which explores the tricks that keep the franchise feeling grandiose, the focus on production design, how the set design feeds into the action and more.
- The Psychology Of A Killer: A nearly five-minute exploration of the mind of John Wick, the ways in which they get the audience to root for someone who is not a “good guy” per se, how he compares to some of the antagonists he squares off against and more.
- The Blind Leading The Fight: A nine-minute look at Caine, a blind killer played by legendary actor and martial artist Donnie Yen. There is engaging insight into the preparation it took for this role, how Yen connects to the character and more.
- Suit Up/Shoot Up: A nearly six-minute focus on the costumes that make the world so visually striking and how they inform the characters that are wearing them.
- Packing A Punch: A five-minute dive into the way the film blends special effects into the practical stunts for a seamless viewing experience.
- One Killer Shot: A three-minute exploration of how the team pulled off one of the most ambitious sequences in the movie.
- Killing At The Speed Of Traffic: A ten-minute featurette which takes a closer look at how the team pulled off the sequence at the Arc de Triomphe and how it established the stakes for the film.
- A Shot In The Dark: A six-minute look at how the film leaned so heavily on night shoots and how the crew adapted to this nocturnal mode.
- In Honor Of The Dead: A five-minute piece on the inspirations Chad Stahelski brought to this film from cinema of the past.
- Trailer: This disc provides Trailer #1 (1:13) and Trailer #2 (2:37) for John Wick: Chapter 4. There is also a three-minute look at The Continental.
Final Thoughts
John Wick: Chapter 4 is not only one of the best action films of the year, it is simply one of the best cinematic experiences of the first half of 2023 – full stop. Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves are in rare form as they somehow find new ways to top what came before. The sequences that are accomplished within this film are the kind that you will be thinking about for years to come. The nearly three-hour runtime is a bit intimidating, but the film keeps things so perfectly paced that the time virtually melts away. Lionsgate Home Entertainment has released a 4K UHD Blu-Ray that sports a superb A/V presentation and an awesome array of special features. This is an essential purchase for anyone who wants to see an action film operating at the highest level. Highly Recommended
John Wick: Chapter 4 will be available to purchase on 4K UHD Blu-ray, Blu-Ray and DVD on June 13, 2023. The film is currently available on Digital.
Note: Images presented in this review are not reflective of the image quality of the 4K UHD Blu-Ray.
Disclaimer: Lionsgate Home Entertainment has supplied a copy of this disc free of charge for review purposes. All opinions in this review are the honest reactions of the author.

Dillon is most comfortable sitting around in a theatre all day watching both big budget and independent movies.