Francis Galluppi to write new John Constantine movie

DC Studios is moving forward with a new film based on the supernatural character John Constantine, bringing filmmaker Francis Galluppi on board to write the upcoming project. The movie is currently in its early development stages, with no director or cast members officially attached.

The announcement comes as DC continues to expand its film universe with projects featuring characters from its popular comic book collection. The studio has reportedly selected Galluppi to develop the screenplay for the new Constantine movie, although further details about the storyline and production schedule remain under wraps.

Representatives for DC Studios have not yet shared an official statement about the project. However, the film is expected to introduce audiences to another version of the iconic supernatural detective, who has remained a popular character among comic book fans for decades.

John Constantine, also known by his nickname Hellblazer, first appeared in The Saga of the Swamp Thing #37 in 1985. The character was created by writer Alan Moore and artists Steve Bissette and John Totleben.

Constantine is a working-class British detective who specialises in magic, supernatural mysteries and occult practices. Known for his intelligence, unusual methods and ability to deceive others, he often finds himself dealing with dangerous supernatural forces. His complicated personality and dark sense of humour have helped make him one of DC’s most recognisable supernatural characters.

The character previously received a major Hollywood adaptation in 2005, when Keanu Reeves portrayed him in the film Constantine, directed by Francis Lawrence. Unlike the original comic book version, which features a British detective, the movie presented a different interpretation of the character, setting the story in Los Angeles.

The 2005 film developed a strong following over the years, leading to continued interest in a possible sequel. Fans have been waiting for another chapter featuring Reeves, although it remains unclear whether the upcoming DC Studios project will be connected to the previous film or introduce a completely new interpretation.

Actor Matt Ryan also brought the character to television, starring in NBC’s Constantine series, which premiered in 2014. However, the show lasted only one season before being cancelled.

Galluppi’s appointment marks another important step in his filmmaking career as he prepares to enter the world of major studio productions. He is also working on Evil Dead Wrath, the seventh instalment in the popular horror franchise, which is scheduled to arrive in theatres on April 7, 2028.

The filmmaker developed the original story for the upcoming horror movie and presented it to franchise creator Sam Raimi and his team in 2024. Raimi previously praised Galluppi’s storytelling abilities, highlighting his talent for building suspense and delivering intense moments.

Galluppi gained recognition through his debut feature film, The Last Stop in Yuma County, a crime thriller that received positive reviews after premiering at Fantastic Fest. The film was later released through Well Go USA Entertainment and helped establish his reputation as an emerging filmmaker.

With his experience in suspense, crime and horror storytelling, Galluppi’s involvement could bring a distinctive approach to the world of John Constantine. However, audiences will have to wait for further announcements to learn more about the film’s cast, plot and expected release date.