Get ready to roll the dice again, adventurers! After the 2023 hit that brought fresh life to the Dungeons & Dragons franchise, whispers, rumors, and growing excitement point to Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2026) as the highly anticipated sequel that’s finally taking shape. While official confirmation has been slow (thanks to the original’s solid but not blockbuster box office), Chris Pine himself has teased a “really good chance” for more adventures, and the momentum from D&D’s exploding popularity—fueled by Baldur’s Gate 3, Critical Role, and upcoming Netflix projects—makes this the perfect time for the gang to return.

Imagine this: the same irreverent, laugh-out-loud fantasy heist comedy energy that made the first film a surprise delight, but cranked up to eleven. Bigger stakes, wilder magic, deeper lore from the Forgotten Realms, and our beloved misfit crew facing even greater threats in a world where the line between hero and thief blurs more than ever.

Plot Tease: What Could Honor Among Thieves 2 Bring? Picking up after the events of the 2023 film, Edgin Darvis (Chris Pine), the charming but tragic bard with a silver tongue and a broken heart, has settled into a semi-peaceful life with his daughter Kira. But peace never lasts in Faerûn. When an ancient evil stirs—perhaps a long-forgotten lich, a resurgent cult of the Dead Three, or a new planar threat bleeding into the Material Plane—the old crew gets pulled back together.

Xenk Yendar (Regé-Jean Page), the noble paladin with perfect hair and unbreakable honor, returns to guide them. Holga Kilgore (Michelle Rodriguez), the fierce barbarian mom with an axe and zero patience for nonsense, is ready to smash skulls. Simon Aumar (Justice Smith), the insecure but powerful young sorcerer, has grown into his magic (mostly). Doric (Sophia Lillis), the tiefling druid shapeshifter, brings her wild heart and animal allies. And don’t count out Forge Fitzwilliam (Hugh Grant)—the slick rogue-turned-antagonist might even get a redemption arc or a delicious twist.

The quest? Retrieve a legendary artifact that could tip the balance of power across the realms, all while dodging dragons, beholders, mind flayers, and the ever-present bureaucracy of Waterdeep. Expect high-stakes heists in Neverwinter’s undercity, epic battles atop floating citadels, hilarious side quests involving gelatinous cubes and mimic furniture, and heartfelt moments exploring themes of family, forgiveness, redemption, and what it really means to be a “hero” in a chaotic world.

The tone stays true to the original: witty banter, self-aware humor poking fun at D&D tropes (critical failures, anyone?), heartwarming character growth, and jaw-dropping action sequences that feel ripped straight from a tabletop campaign. Directors Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley are rumored to return, bringing their signature blend of comedy and spectacle that made the first film feel like playing D&D with your funniest, most talented friends.

Why This Sequel Matters in 2026 The D&D cinematic universe may have been delayed, but the brand is hotter than a young red dragon’s breath. With Netflix reportedly developing a live-action Forgotten Realms series (possibly directed by Shawn Levy of Deadpool & Wolverine fame), the appetite for more live-action D&D is massive. A sequel to Honor Among Thieves would capitalize on that wave, delivering a theatrical experience full of Easter eggs for longtime players—think nods to classic modules like Tomb of Annihilation, Curse of Strahd, or even Vecna’s rising shadow.

Visually, expect even more stunning practical effects mixed with seamless CGI: realistic owlbears, terrifying displacer beasts, majestic metallic dragons, and cities like Baldur’s Gate brought to breathtaking life. The soundtrack? Epic orchestral swells with bardic lute riffs and rock-infused battle themes to keep the energy pumping.

For fans of the original, this is the payoff we’ve craved: more Edgin one-liners, Holga’s brutal honesty, Simon’s growth, Doric’s wild magic mishaps, and Xenk’s heroic glow-ups. For newcomers, it’s an accessible, fun entry into the world of Faerûn—no prior knowledge required, just a love for adventure, laughs, and fantasy escapism.

Whether it’s officially titled Honor Among Thieves 2, Shadows Unleashed, or something fresh from the D&D lore vault, 2026 could be the year the dice roll in our favor again. The realms need heroes (or at least competent thieves), and this crew is ready to answer the call.

Roll for initiative, grab your popcorn, and join the party! Who’s excited? Drop a 🎲 in the comments if you’re hyped for more D&D movie magic!