Fans of Mindhunter got a major update from star Holt McCallany on June 18, 2025: the acclaimed Netflix crime drama may come back—not as a Season 3, but as a trilogy of feature films. McCallany says he and director David Fincher are exploring the possibility of three standalone, two-hour movies continuing the story :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

🎬 Movie Trilogy in the Works?

McCallany told **CBR** that after meeting with Fincher, there’s “just a chance” the franchise could return as three separate Netflix movies. He confirmed that **writers are already working on scripts**, but emphasized that the decision ultimately hinges on Fincher being “happy with the material” :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

📉 Why Not a Season 3?

The series originally aired in 2017 and 2019 for two seasons, earning wide critical acclaim. However, production costs and budget concerns led Netflix to cancel it. Fincher confirmed in 2023 the series was “officially over” :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}. The movie format is viewed as more viable—both creatively and financially—for the platform.

🕵️‍♂️ What’s Next?

• Script development is underway for the proposed trilogy :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
• Green-lighting depends on Fincher approving the scripts and working around his schedule :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
• Netflix hasn’t officially confirmed any deal—but insiders indicate there’s positive momentum :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

Until then, the possibility of a Mindhunter movie revival keeps hope alive for fans of the methodical, psychological crime series.