Constantine 2 Script Complete: Keanu Reeves Returns as Demon Hunter

Hold onto your crucifixes, folks! The long-awaited script for "Constantine 2" is finally complete, and guess who's coming back to kick some demonic butt? That's right – Keanu Reeves himself!

A Hellishly Good Update

Remember the 2005 supernatural thriller that had us all on the edge of our seats? Well, get ready for round two. Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura spilled the beans to ComicBook, confirming that the script is hot off the press. But here's the kicker – he's a bit scared to read it!

"It's sitting in my inbox right now," di Bonaventura confessed. "Funny enough, I'm afraid to read it. I want it to be so good. I'll probably read it on a plane in the next couple of days." Talk about high expectations, right?

Fresh Blood in the Writing Room

While the first film was penned by Kevin Brodbin and Frank Cappello, this time around, Hollywood heavyweight Akiva Goldsman is taking the reins. You might know him from little projects like "Batman Forever" and "Angels & Demons" – no big deal, right?

But don't worry, Constantine fans. Francis Lawrence, the mastermind behind the original, is back in the director's chair. And he's not pulling any punches this time.

No More Kid Stuff: R-Rated Constantine is Back

Lawrence has made it crystal clear: this ain't your teenager's Constantine. "This time around, at least for me, we really want to do a real R-rated Constantine," he declared. "Which is, I think, what people always wanted originally, not the PG-13 version that just happens to get an R."

So, prepare for a grittier, darker dive into the world of exorcisms and demon-hunting. It's about time, don't you think?

Will Constantine Join the DCU Party?

Here's where things get interesting. With James Gunn and Peter Safran reshaping the DC Universe faster than you can say "Kryptonite," where does our favorite occult detective fit in?

There's a chance "Constantine 2" might follow in the footsteps of Matt Reeves' "The Batman" and rock the Elseworlds label. This means it could exist outside the main DCU continuity, giving the creators more freedom to explore Constantine's dark, twisted world.

A Trip Down Memory Lane

For those who need a refresher (or if you were too young to catch the first one – feeling old yet?), the 2005 "Constantine" followed our anti-hero as he teamed up with a troubled LAPD detective (Rachel Weisz) to solve her twin sister's mysterious death. Despite mixed reviews, the film was a box office hit, raking in $230 million worldwide on a $100 million budget.

What's Next for John Constantine?

While we don't have a release date yet, the star-studded production team – including J.J. Abrams and Hannah Minghella from Bad Robot – has us excited for what's to come.

So, are you ready to dive back into the world of angels, demons, and one seriously cool exorcist? Keep your eyes peeled for more updates on "Constantine 2." Trust us, it's going to be one hell of a ride!