Nobody 3 Director Teases ‘Breaking Bad’ Inspired Plot

Following Nobody 2, director Timo Tjahjanto has revealed potential plot details for a follow-up film. The Nobody franchise, which follows the unassuming assassin Hutch Mansell (Bob Odenkirk) and his family, has become one of the most intriguing action sagas of the past few years. As a result, it’s no surprise that 2025’s Nobody 2 has scored 76% on Rotten Tomatoes.

With excitement running high for the recently-released Nobody 2, speculation about a third film has naturally followed, especially seeing as the sequel didn’t have a post-credit scene. Bob Odenkirk has already pitched his ideas for Nobody 3, talking about the future of the franchise, exploring the Mansell family. However, Nobody 2’s director, Timo Tjahjanto, has suggested his own ideas.

In an exclusive interview with ScreenRant, Timo Tjahjanto teased potential storylines for Nobody 3, revealing that his ideas could take the Nobody franchise in a radically darker direction. When asked about the future of the franchise and where he sees Hutch’s story going, Tjahjanto didn’t hold back, stating “we can go completely Breaking Bad.” Check out his comments below:

I said to Bob [Odenkirk], “We can go both ways. We can have the family become even more involved in your action, or we can go completely Breaking Bad.” I was saying, “Bob, think about this. Open in a desert, and there’s a trailer park, where Hutch Mansell sits there by himself, fully bearded, holding a shotgun. His wife and his kids have left him, and now he’s alone.” He was like, “Well, that’s really dark.”

And it really is! So, we can have it be that, this time, Becca needs to find Hutch as he’s missing somewhere. I see a lot of possibilities. I think the cool thing with Hutch is, again, wherever we push the action, we could always easily bring the family. We could always make a meal out of Brady, who seems to be growing up into somebody as well. The world is our oyster when it comes to the Mansell family.

What Tjahjanto’s Comments Mean For Nobody 3

Timo Tjahjanto’s comments place the Nobody franchise’s future at a crossroads. Nobody 2 already teased the idea of Becca and Brady becoming more involved, and a third film could fully embrace this, turning the story into a violent family affair. This would further differentiate Nobody from things like John Wick, which has a similar set-up and Derek Kolstad’s writing.

Alternatively, Tjahjanto’s idea of “going completely Breaking Bad” suggests a much grittier narrative. It would be a bold tonal shift from the usual action, exploring a version of Hutch who’s lost everything that grounded him. Both directions offer compelling opportunities for the Nobody franchise, showcasing the creative team’s commitment to evolving the series beyond the typical “one-man army” formula.

Our Take On Tjahjanto’s Nobody 3 Ideas

What makes Nobody so compelling is its ability to balance absurdly slick action with grounded emotional stakes. Hutch isn’t just another action hero like John Wick, he’s a man constantly torn between the safety of suburban life and the thrill of his job. Therefore, the “Breaking Bad” pitch is quite interesting, as it would push the boundaries for Hutch.

However, the idea of a full-family action ensemble would also be quite cool, especially after Nobody 2’s ending, and could help the franchise become something more enduring than just another action trilogy. Yet, no matter which direction the franchise takes after Nobody 2, with Odenkirk and Tjahjanto teeming with ideas, it looks like Nobody might just be getting started.