Dungeons & Dragons Sequel Script Exists, But Director Doubts It Will Ever Be Made

A sequel script for Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is finished, but its director doubts the movie will ever get made. Co-writer and co-director Jonathan Goldstein revealed the news during an interview at San Diego Comic-Con in July 2026. He cited financial concerns stemming from the original film's theatrical performance as the primary obstacle.

Goldstein and his creative partner John Francis Daley were hired to write the follow-up. The filmmaker told ScreenRant that while the script is done and the team is eager to reunite the original cast, the project faces significant challenges. "They're expensive movies to make," Goldstein said, acknowledging the high production costs involved in fantasy filmmaking.

What Did Jonathan Goldstein Say About the Sequel?

Speaking to ScreenRant at San Diego Comic-Con, Goldstein gave a candid update on the potential for a second Dungeons & Dragons film. His full statement was:

"We actually wrote a sequel to Dungeons & Dragons. We were hired to write it. I don't know that it will see the light of day for a number of financial reasons. They're expensive movies to make, but it'd be great fun to do it. We love that cast, and we think we wrote something that fans would like."

Key details about the potential sequel include:

• A completed script written by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley
• The project was officially commissioned by the studio
• The primary barrier to production is financial, related to the high cost of making such films
• Goldstein and Daley are hopeful to reunite the original ensemble cast

What Was 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves'?

Released in March 2023, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves was a fantasy adventure comedy directed by John Francis Daley and Jonathan Goldstein. The film followed a charming thief named Edgin, played by Chris Pine, who leads a band of unlikely adventurers on a heist to retrieve a lost relic. The ensemble cast featured Michelle Rodriguez as Holga, Justice Smith as Simon, Sophia Lillis as Doric, Hugh Grant as Forge, and Regé-Jean Page as Xenk.

The film was praised for its faithful adaptation of the tabletop roleplaying game's spirit, blending adventure and comedy. It is currently available to stream in the United States on Paramount+.

Why Is the Sequel in Doubt?

The central issue is financial. Despite positive reviews and a dedicated fanbase, Honor Among Thieves was not a major box office hit. According to verified figures, the film grossed $208 million worldwide. With a reported production budget of $151 million, the theatrical return was likely insufficient to immediately greenlight another costly fantasy production.

This financial reality has persisted in the years since the film's release, overshadowing its critical success and cult following. The situation is further complicated by corporate changes at Paramount Pictures, which co-produced and distributed the first film. The studio was acquired by Skydance Media in 2025, potentially shifting its strategic priorities.

What Happens Next for the Dungeons & Dragons Movie?

As of July 2026, the sequel exists only as a completed screenplay. There is no confirmed production start date, release window, or official greenlight from Paramount. Goldstein's comments suggest the project is in a holding pattern, awaiting a financial model that would justify the investment.

Former Paramount Pictures CEO Brian Robbins had previously expressed interest in a second film, but only if it could be made "for less." For now, fans hoping to see the further adventures of Edgin and his party must wait to see if the studio finds a way to make the numbers work.

Critical Reception and Awards

It also received a 92% audience score on the same platform. Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves garnered a total of 4 wins and 22 nominations across various awards ceremonies.

Sources

• Metacritic
• Paramount+