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"The Continental," a thrilling prequel series set in the world of John Wick, takes us back in time to New York on New Year's Eve in the late '70s, revealing the rich backstory of key characters within this dark, neo-noir universe. The John Wick franchise, known for its intense action sequences and complex mythos, has expanded its storytelling to the small screen with this groovy and gritty series that is both a nod to classic '70s cinema and a deep dive into the shadowy history of assassins, mercenaries, and underworld organizations. A Familiar World with a New Twist "The Continental" serves as something of an origin story for Winston Scott, the future owner of the infamous Continental Hotel, who, in the original film series, was portrayed with iconic gravitas by Ian McShane. While Winston was a well-established character in the movies, his backstory remained shrouded in mystery. This prequel series takes us back 45 years to explore how he rose from hum...