Overview
- Johnson explained the tribute during a PEOPLE interview at a Golden Globes First‑Time Nominee Celebration, saying he sought a meaningful way to honor Williams.
- Fans first saw the dice necklace in a November Instagram clip from the Los Angeles set, where Johnson called it a respectful Easter egg for Dr. Bravestone.
- Production began in November 2025 in Los Angeles, with Johnson noting he was pleased to be filming in the city again.
- Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan are returning alongside Johnson for what he has called the franchise's last installment.
- The film is slated to reach theaters on December 11, 2026, with the tribute positioned as a nod to the legacy of Williams' 1995 original.