The thrilling action franchise of John Wick has taken the world by storm, and the fans can’t get enough of the badass assassin. With the upcoming ‘The Continental’ spinoff series, the stakes are higher as the show explores the origins and story behind the luxurious hotel featured in the John Wick franchise. Recently, Albert Hughes, the producer of ‘The Continental: From the World of John Wick,’ sat down with Sway In The Morning to discuss the show’s production, his experiences with Tupac, and more. Let’s dive in and find out what Albert Hughes had to say about the much-anticipated spinoff.
Hughes emphasised that his goal was to develop a show that addressed the question – what is the purpose of The Continental hotel? Our intrepid interviewer, Sway, asked Hughes about his creative process. Albert revealed that they had taken great care in developing the show’s backstory and script. He shared that the writers’ room had employed the talents of several new and familiar writers, including John Wick creator Derek Kolstad.
Moving on, Sway turned the conversation to Hughes’s career journey and the unique moments he has had over the years. When asked about his relationship with Tupac, Albert spoke candidly about their friendship and working together on the 1993 film ‘Menace II Society’. He went on to describe Tupac as a hardworking and talented individual who had a passion for his craft. The director then discussed how their respective careers took them in different directions, but he will always remember their time working together fondly.
Wrapping up, Sway shifted the focus back to ‘The Continental’ series, asking Hughes about the show’s cast and what fans could expect. The director declined to give anything away but did confirm that the show’s producers would seek to recreate the noir tone that has been so successful within the John Wick universe. He shared that the show’s development team was very keen to honour this audience expectation and were excited about the prospect of the upcoming premiere.
It is always thrilling to get an inside perspective on the making of our favourite movies or TV shows. Albert Hughes’s interview on Sway in the Morning is no exception. Getting to hear about his close relationship with Tupac, his time working with other stars, and the much anticipated ‘The Continental’ spinoff was a treat for fans all around the world. It appears the John Wick universe is set to expand in thrilling new ways, and as fans, we can hardly wait.
