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Rian Johnson confirmed a third Knives Out film is in development, but details remain sparse as of March 2026. Here is what has been officially announced and what remains speculation.
Confirmed Facts
- Rian Johnson is returning to write and direct the third installment in the Knives Out mystery franchise.
- The project is in active development, but no production timeline or release date has been announced yet.
- Daniel Craig's return as detective Benoit Blanc has not been officially confirmed for this film, though his character anchored the first two.
What We Do Not Know Yet
- Cast — Beyond Blanc, no casting announcements have been made. The first two films featured rotating ensemble casts (Ana de Armas, Chris Evans in the first; Edward Norton, Kate Hudson in the second).
- Plot — Johnson has kept the mystery premise under wraps. Expect a new whodunit with a fresh case and new suspects.
- Release Window — No date announced. Given Johnson's other projects and typical development timelines, 2027 or 2028 is speculative.
- Streaming vs. Theatrical — The first film was a theatrical release; the second (Glass Onion) went to Netflix. The distribution deal for the third is unconfirmed.
Pro tip: Follow Rian Johnson's official social media and Deadline/Variety for breaking news — major casting and release announcements typically come 6-12 months before production starts.