Robert Downey Jr. waiting for his wife’s final decision before moving forward with any future Sherlock Holmes film.
Speaking at a high-profile industry event Iron Man star revealed that when it comes to further big-screen adaptations of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous fictional detective, his wife and producing partner, Susan Downey, will have the final say.
Susan playfully said the franchise’s fate remains the biggest mystery, prompting a burst of laughter from the Hollywood actor.
The pair discussed the potential sequel on Monday, May 18, at this year’s Lincoln Center Spring Gala, where they were guests of honor. Held at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, the exact location where Downey Jr. made its Broadway debut in Ayad Akhtar’s play McNeal back in fall 2024, the star-studded event attracted a massive crowd of Hollywood 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 TV and film projects such as Perry Mason, The sympathizerand Play Dirty.
A third round in the hit Sherlock Holmes franchise has been an important talking point for fans for years.
Director Guy Ritchie helmed the first two highly successful films, which featured Jude Law as the detective’s iconic sidekick, Dr. Watson, along with 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 famed detective’s shoes, the ultimate choice rests with Team Downey’s internal decision-making.
