Rian Johnson Eyes More Knives Out Sequels

Rian Johnson has confirmed his openness to creating additional Knives Out sequels after the upcoming third film, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which he says will feature a gothic, grounded tone inspired by early genre works like Edgar Allan Poe. Johnson emphasized his commitment to keeping each project fresh and distinct. He reflected positively on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, expressing no resentment over creative changes and describing J.J. Abrams' approach as a natural evolution of the saga. Johnson stated he enjoyed the film and values collaborative storytelling. His TV series Poker Face ended its second season with an open ending, and while a third season is uncertain, both Johnson and star Natasha Lyonne have other projects underway. Johnson remains enthusiastic about returning to Star Wars in the future, though he is currently focused on his own creative pursuits.