‘Knives Out‘ Franchise Remains Open-Ended as Rian Johnson Foregoes Master Plan
LOS ANGELES, CA – November 25, 2025 – Director Rian Johnson has revealed he is not developing a pre-persistent, overarching narrative plan for the Knives Out franchise, opting instead to approach each installment as a self-contained mystery. The filmmaker disclosed this information in a recent report by The Verge, clarifying the future direction of the critically acclaimed whodunit series.
Johnson’s approach diverges from typical franchise building, where interconnected storylines adn character arcs are often mapped out in advance. He intends to continue crafting original mysteries centered around Benoit Blanc, portrayed by Daniel Craig, without adhering to a larger, pre-defined plot. This means fans shouldn’t anticipate a singular narrative thread tying all Knives Out films together. The director explained that he prefers the freedom to explore new characters and settings with each subsequent movie,prioritizing inventive mysteries over a complex,serialized story.
The first Knives Out film premiered in 2019, quickly becoming a box office success and garnering widespread critical acclaim.A sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, followed in 2022, further solidifying the franchise’s popularity. Netflix acquired the rights to at least two additional Knives Out sequels for a reported $469 million, signaling confidence in the series’ continued success.
Currently, johnson is focused on developing the third installment, with no announced release date. Fans interested in staying updated on the Knives Out franchise can find more information on The Verge‘s report and dedicated streaming coverage.
