The Continental executive producers Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee share details about Winston Scott's surprising origins and how it sets the stage for his evolution from the prequel series to who he is in the John Wick movies. In the movies, Winston is the clever, connected, and world-wise manager of the New York branch of The Continental Hotel, a safe haven for assassins under the control of the High Table. The prequel series is set in the 1970s and follows Winston as he takes control of the hotel and sets the stage for his evolution into the power player and ally of John Wick.