Robert Downey Jr. Hints at Sherlock Holmes 3, Credits Wife for Final Decision
Robert Downey Jr teases Sherlock Holmes 3, says wife has 'last word'
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At the 2026 Lincoln Center Spring Gala, Robert Downey Jr. hinted at the potential for a third installment in the Sherlock Holmes franchise, emphasizing that the decision lies with his wife, Susan Downey, who produced the previous films. Their playful exchange left fans curious about the future of the beloved detective series.
- 01Robert Downey Jr. mentioned that discussions about a new Sherlock Holmes film are ongoing, but the final decision is up to his wife, Susan Downey.
- 02Susan Downey humorously referred to the situation as 'the greatest mystery' when asked about the film's future.
- 03The first two Sherlock Holmes films were directed by Guy Ritchie and starred Robert as Sherlock Holmes and Jude Law as Dr. Watson.
- 04Warner Bros. initially announced plans for a third film in 2016, with a tentative release date set for 2021, but it was later removed from the schedule.
- 05The Downeys were honored at the Lincoln Center Spring Gala for their contributions to entertainment, with Robert having made his Broadway debut at the venue in 2024.
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At the recent 2026 Lincoln Center Spring Gala, Robert Downey Jr. teased the possibility of a third film in the beloved Sherlock Holmes franchise, stating that discussions are taking place but the ultimate decision rests with his wife, Susan Downey. Susan, who produced the previous two films released in 2009 and 2011, humorously remarked, 'It's the greatest mystery,' when asked about the film's future. The franchise, directed by Guy Ritchie, features Robert as the iconic detective alongside Jude Law as Dr. Watson, and has included a star-studded cast including Rachel McAdams and Jared Harris. Reports of a third installment first emerged in 2016, with Warner Bros. developing the project and initially planning a 2021 release, but the film was later removed from their schedule. The gala celebrated the Downeys' contributions to the entertainment industry, with Robert having made his Broadway debut at the Lincoln Center in 2024.
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