Matt Ryan Talks the Future of Constantine; Moving to Syfy?

Steve Barton |

Feb 11, 2015

There’s one episode to go of the show that NBC seemingly couldn’t give a shit about, “Constantine,” and its star, Matt Ryan, recently sat down with ComicBook.com to talk about what story arcs from the comics he’d like to dive into, his hopes for Season 2, and much more:

My favorite arc from the comics is the “Dangerous Habits” arc, and I don’t think that would be Season Two; I think that would be further down the line, but that’s something that I would really love to get to. It’s my favorite run of the comics.

I also love, and what could be a possibility for Season Two I think, is the “Family Man” arc. What I like about that is it’s not John dealing with demons and devils; it’s him dealing with human beings, and I think that’s a very interesting place for John. I think there’s actually a line in the comic where he says, “Demons, devils I’m fine with, but the real life, the real problems that human beings have…

I think that’s quite an interesting storyline that could be done over a few episodes or something, you know? That’s something I’d like to explore as well. I mean, there’s so much there, man. That’s the great thing about this job, this gig, and the source material. There’s so much there that every time you pick up a comic, you’re thinking about how well it can be translated to screen.

Constantine - Season 1

I think we’re actually just skimming the surface. That’s the great thing about it. The source material… there’s so much we can do with it, and the potential is so huge. So we hope as well that we get a second season, and we can continue to do that.

Recently Guillermo del Toro announced that his Justice League Dark Legacy film would feature the Constantine character. Would Ryan be up for going from the small screen to the grand stage?

Honestly, I don’t really pay that much attention to it. I try to just be in the moment to take what’s right in front of me. Obviously there’s talk of a movie and stuff, and those are all interesting things, but I try not to think too far ahead, really. Especially in this business, you can’t endgame too much. You have to focus on the work and try to enjoy yourself.

There have been rumblings that the series could possibly move to Syfy for a second season with the title “Hellblazer,” though showrunner Daniel Cerone hasn’t given any indication that the move is happening, stating that those kinds of decisions, if they’re being made, are being made above his pay grade in the NBC Universal office suites so we’ll have to wait for a confirmation.

In any event, if, like us, you’re hoping there’ll be a second season of the show, be sure to join the #SaveConstantine campaign on social media and let the network know.

“Constantine” Season Finale Episode 1.13 – “Waiting for the Man” (2/13/15; 8-9pm)
A YOUNG GIRL’S ABDUCTION REUNITES JOHN AND JIM CORRIGAN – John (Matt Ryan) and Zed (Angélica Celaya) return to New Orleans when Detective Jim Corrigan (guest star Emmett Scanlan) asks for their help in the case of a missing girl.

Papa Midnite (guest star Michael James Shaw) takes steps toward exacting his revenge on John. Meanwhile, the truth behind the Rising Darkness comes to light. Harold Perrineau also stars.

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