'The Descent' Fans, Rejoice: Neil Marshall Hints at Third Film
He suggests a prequel exploring the fate of original miners.
I’ve been waiting for news about The Descent 3 for years, so hearing Neil Marshall talk about it finally got me excited. That first film was a masterpiece — claustrophobic, intense, and genuinely terrifying — and the idea of revisiting that world gives me chills in the best way.
In a recent interview with Metro UK, Marshall confirmed that a third film could definitely happen, and he’d be back in the director’s chair. "I can definitely see it happening" he said, giving fans like me hope that the series isn’t finished yet.
He also teased what direction it might take. "It's something I think would be good to wrap up the story. So many other franchises have been exploited over the years, but nothing has really happened with The Descent. I've got a few ideas. The trend seems to be prequels. I was always interested in finding out what happened to the miners who went down with the cave first."
Honestly, the thought of a prequel exploring the fate of those original miners is perfect. It keeps the story grounded in the same tense, survival-horror vibe that made the first movie unforgettable, while finally giving the series the closure it deserves.
