The Curious Case of Knives Out: What’s Next?

With the release of the third Knives Out flick, titled Wake Up Dead Man, just around the corner, fans are buzzing with questions. Where on Earth are we going next? Rian Johnson, the man behind the curtain (or perhaps more appropriately, the script), has said he’s all jazzed up to dive back into this wacky universe. The pressing question is: will Netflix sign up for more of Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc detective shenanigans? And what bizarre case will we see unfold next?

Rian’s Red Carpet Revelations

At the star-studded premiere of Wake Up Dead Man, Rian spilled the beans to The Hollywood Reporter, saying, “Creatively, I feel so energized after making this one. Daniel and I are already tossing around ideas for what’s next, should we continue this adventure.” Sounds exciting, doesn’t it?

The Internet’s Wish: Muppets in the Mix?

Now, here’s where things get kooky! The internet, in all its glorious randomness, has been clamoring for a crossover featuring our fuzzy friends, the Muppets. Can you picture it? Blanc solving crimes alongside Kermit and Miss Piggy? It’s a wild idea that people have been raving about for ages, but Johnson seems to have shut that door faster than a pesky raccoon at a picnic.

Crushing Dreams Like a True Detective

In a recent outing on the THR’s Awards Chatter podcast, Johnson squashed our dreams of a Muppet mash-up by straight-up stating that the worlds of Blanc and those felt-covered puppets just don’t mix. “On the internet, the idea of a Knives Out Muppet movie pops up a lot,” he laughed. “But guys, I really need to explain why that’s a bad idea.” Wait, what? A bad idea? Let’s dissect this!

The Muppet Dilemma

Rian dived into why he thinks Muppets don’t belong in a murder mystery. “I have immense love for Muppet films. If you toss them into a Benoit Blanc movie, it wouldn’t feel right because, well, they’d be getting whacked! And having Benoit crash a Muppet movie would just shatter the delicate balance of absurdity that makes both universes special.” Fair point, but also…think of the fun!

Muppet Mysteries Await!

But hear me out—just like the great detective he is, Johnson might be missing a trick here. Imagine if Blanc had to clear Piggy’s name after she’s been falsely accused of a crime! It’s ripe for mystery-solving mischief with the same quirky vibes that keep Blanc’s stories humming along. Plus, if Michael Caine can make Muppets believable in a Dickens classic, surely Craig can hold his own, right?

Not All Hope is Lost

Despite his refusal to entertain the Muppet idea, there’s a silver lining. Johnson’s still got Muppet dreams of his own! “I’d absolutely love to tackle a super cool Muppet movie. Picture this: a Muppet caper or even a musical! Teaming up with the legendary Frank Oz? That would be the cherry on top!”

The Conclusion: Muppets or Not, We’re Ready!

So there you have it. While we may not be getting our Muppet-filled Knives Out fantasy anytime soon, who knows what creative twists await us in the next chapter of Benoit Blanc’s adventures? Wherever Rian takes us, let’s just hope it’s a wild ride!