Archive · 15 Dec 2025
Rian Johnson Teases Ideas for Next Knives Out Film
Rian Johnson, the director of the Knives Out movies, has been talking about his ideas for the next film in the series.
The latest movie, called Wake Up Dead Man, just came out on Netflix.
Johnson says he has some basic ideas for the next movie but isn't ready to share details yet.
He wants to make sure the movie reflects what's happening in the world right now.
Before he starts working on the next Knives Out film, he plans to direct another original movie.
Johnson likes that his movies are about the present moment and not just timeless stories.
Rian Johnson has basic conceptual ideas for the next Knives Out film.
He does not yet have concrete plans, a theme, or a location for the next project.
Johnson plans to direct an original film before returning to the Knives Out series.
The latest film, Wake Up Dead Man, premiered on Netflix on December 12.
Johnson aims to reflect the present moment in his films rather than creating timeless stories.
- Who
- Rian Johnson, Director of Knives Out series
- What
- Teasing ideas for the next Knives Out film
- When
- After the release of Wake Up Dead Man on December 12
- Where
- Not specified, but likely in reference to the film's premiere and release
- Why
- To explore new concepts and reflect the present moment
- Film Title
- Wake Up Dead Man
- Director
- Rian Johnson
- Release Platform
- Netflix
- Premiere Date
- December 12
- World Premiere Location
- Toronto International Film Festival
- Theatrical Release Date
- November 26