A Quiet Place (film series)
A horror series about survival in a world of sound-hunting creatures.
A world where blind alien monsters hunt by sound is the setting for this American horror series. Scott Beck and Bryan Woods first dreamed up the concept. John Krasinski directed the initial two films, *A Quiet Place* (2018) and *A Quiet Place Part II* (2020). Michael Sarnoski then helmed the 2024 spin-off prequel, *A Quiet Place: Day One*. Together, the three movies have earned more than $900 million globally.
A video game adaptation, *A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead*, arrived on October 17, 2024, developed by Stormind Games and published by Saber Interactive. A comic series, *A Quiet Place: Storm Warning*, from IDW Publishing, began its release on March 11, 2026.
**Films**
***A Quiet Place* (2018)** A mother and father, played by Emily Blunt and John Krasinski, fight to keep their children alive in a world overrun by those sound-sensitive alien creatures.
***A Quiet Place Part II* (2020)** The same family continues their struggle through the post-apocalyptic landscape. Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou join the cast.
***A Quiet Place: Day One* (2024)** This spin-off follows a terminally ill woman, portrayed by Lupita Nyong'o, in New York City as the alien invasion first begins. Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff, and Djimon Hounsou (reprising his role from *Part II*) appear in supporting roles.
**Upcoming**
***A Quiet Place Part III*** In May 2021, Emily Blunt revealed that John Krasinski intends to make a third and final film, aiming for a trilogy. He wanted to gauge the reception of the second movie before proceeding. By July, Blunt confirmed Krasinski had written the script, separate from the spin-off. The project was officially announced in February 2022 with a 2025 release date, but that date was later removed. In August 2025, the film was set for July 9, 2027, with Krasinski writing, directing, and producing. The cast was announced in March 2026, including returning actors Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, Millicent Simmonds, and Noah Jupe, plus new additions Jack O'Connell, Jason Clarke, and Katy O'Brian. The release was then pushed to July 30, 2027.
**Production**
***A Quiet Place*** Scott Beck and Bryan Woods wrote the script based on a college-era idea. They wanted Emily Blunt for the mother role when first pitching to Platinum Dunes. Michael Bay’s company had a first-look deal with Paramount, which bought the script. Producers Andrew Form and B
- first_film_release
- 2018
- latest_film_release
- 2024
- genre
- Apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic horror
- creators
- Scott Beck and Bryan Woods
- directors
- John Krasinski (first two films), Michael Sarnoski (third film)
- combined_box_office
- Over $900 million worldwide
- media_expansions
- Video game (2024), comic series (2026)
Lore & Background
The series began with A Quiet Place (2018), directed by John Krasinski, who also co-wrote the script and starred as the father. The plot follows a mother and father struggling to raise their children in a post-apocalyptic world inhabited by blind alien creatures with acute hearing. The film was produced on a $17 million budget and shot in 36 days in upstate New York. The sequel, A Quiet Place Part II (2020), continues the family's journey and introduces new characters played by Cillian Murphy and Djimon Hounsou. A spin-off prequel, A Quiet Place: Day One (2024), directed by Michael Sarnoski, follows a terminally ill woman in New York City during the early stages of the alien invasion.
Reader's Guide
The A Quiet Place series is significant for its innovative use of sound and silence as narrative devices, emphasizing family dynamics and survival. The first film's focus on sign language, sand paths, and minimal dialogue created a unique cinematic experience. The series expanded with a video game, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, released on October 17, 2024, and a comic series, A Quiet Place: Storm Warning, beginning March 11, 2026. A third mainline film, A Quiet Place Part III, is in development with a release date of July 30, 2027, directed by John Krasinski and featuring returning cast members. The franchise's legacy lies in its ability to blend horror with emotional storytelling, grossing over $900 million worldwide.
Did You Know?
- The first film was shot in 36 days on a budget of $17 million.
- Deaf actress Millicent Simmonds helped teach American Sign Language to fellow actors on set.
- The sound of feedback, normally avoided by sound editors, was woven into the story at a tolerable loudness level.
- The third film, A Quiet Place: Day One, was directed by Michael Sarnoski after Jeff Nichols stepped down due to creative differences.
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