A Quiet Place 3: John Krasinski Announces Start of Filming with First Set Photo
The release date and cast of the horror sequel are already known
The horror continues: "A Quiet Place 3" marks the next installment in the hit post-apocalyptic franchise. Director John Krasinski has now announced the next major milestone in production via Instagram: Filming has begun! He also shared a photo that offers a clue about the sequel's setting.
Start of filming and first image
In the foreground of the set photo, a clapperboard can be seen, clearly marking the start of production. Krasinski shared the image with the words: "Here. We. Go! #Part III". The film appears to be set in a location familiar to the franchise. In the background, the Manhattan Bridge Arch is visible. Filming has thus begun in New York City; more specifically, the first day of shooting took place in Chinatown. You can see Krasinski's post here:
Cast of A Quiet Place 3
The cast of "A Quiet Place 3" is already largely known. Of course, Emily Blunt is back, who is currently in theaters in "The Devil Wears Prada 2." Oscar winner Cillian Murphy ("Oppenheimer") is also returning for the sequel. Noah Jupe and Millicent Simmonds are also back as part of the ensemble. New additions include "28 Years Later" actor Jack O'Connell, Hollywood star Jason Clarke, and Katy O'Brian, known from "Love Lies Bleeding." O'Connell can be seen in a military uniform in first leaked set photos.
The Release Date of A Quiet Place 3
John Krasinski will not only direct but is also on board as a screenwriter and producer. He previously directed the first two films in the series. The release date for "A Quiet Place 3" has already been set: The sequel will hit the big screen on July 30, 2027.
What A Quiet Place is about
Over the past few years, "A Quiet Place" has established itself as one of the most successful modern horror franchises. The film series combines classic survival horror with emotional family drama and stands out from other genre entries primarily due to its extraordinary premise: In a world overrun by alien creatures, every sound means death. People must therefore live almost silently to survive.
The Beginning of the Franchise
In the first film, "A Quiet Place" (2018), Krasinski not only directed but also starred in the film. Together with Emily Blunt, he tells the story of the Abbott family, who are hiding in a post-apocalyptic world where blind monsters with extremely sensitive hearing hunt humans. The film focuses less on big action sequences and more on constant tension and an intense atmosphere. The nearly dialogue-free scenes, in particular, made for an unusual cinematic experience.
The Sequel A Quiet Place 2
"A Quiet Place 2" followed in 2021 as a direct sequel. The film picks up where the first one left off while simultaneously expanding the franchise's universe. As the Abbott family continues to fight for survival, the character Emmett, played by Cillian Murphy, takes on a more central role. The sequel remains faithful to the core concept but introduces larger settings and more intense action sequences, without losing the franchise's signature tense atmosphere.
The Prequel A Quiet Place: Day One
In 2024, "A Quiet Place: Day One" was finally released as the first spin-off of the series. Unlike the first two films, this movie does not focus on the Abbott family but instead depicts the outbreak of the catastrophe in New York City. The story follows new characters, played by Lupita Nyong'o and Joseph Quinn, among others, and depicts the chaos following the creatures' arrival. With its urban setting, "Day One" differs from its predecessors and shows how helpless even a metropolis of millions is in the face of the silent threat. At the same time, the film expands the franchise's mythology and sheds light on the events from a new perspective.
