Robert Downey Jr. awaits his wife’s final decision before moving forward with any future sherlock holmes movies.
Speaking at a high-profile industry event, the iron man The star revealed that when it comes to future big screen adaptations of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous fictional crime solver, his wife and producing partner, Susan Downey, will have the final say.
Susan jokingly interjected that the fate of the franchise remains the biggest mystery, prompting a laugh from the Hollywood actor.
The couple discussed the possible sequel on Monday, May 18, at this year’s Lincoln Center Spring Gala, where they were guests of honor. Held at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre, the exact location where Downey Jr. made his Broadway debut in Ayad Akhtar’s play McNeal in fall 2024, the star-studded event drew a massive crowd of Hollywood’s elite, including Daniel Radcliffe, Paul Bettany, Tessa Thompson, Oscar Isaac and Mark Strong.
The Downeys have long been a production powerhouse and founded the entertainment company Team Downey, which has been behind major film and television projects such as perry mason, The sympathizerand play dirty.
A third installment of success sherlock holmes The franchise has been a major topic of conversation for fans for years.
Director Guy Ritchie helmed the first two blockbuster films, which featured Jude Law as the detective’s iconic sidekick, Dr. Watson, alongside an acclaimed supporting cast that included Rachel McAdams, Noomi Rapace, Jared Harris and gala attendee Mark Strong.
While movie fans remain desperate to know if Downey Jr. will ever step back into the famous detective’s shoes, the final choice lies with Team Downey’s internal decision-making.
