Real talk: Quentin Tarantino has been saying for years that he’s capping his filmography at 10 projects. And while we’ve been lowkey panicking about the end of an era, the man himself just dropped an update that might ease your nerves. During his first appearance on 'The Graham Norton Show' in over a decade, Tarantino confirmed that the script for his final masterpiece is officially written. The catch? He’s not rushing into production. Instead, he’s shifting his focus to 'The Popinjay Cavalier,' his upcoming stage play starring Sacha Baron Cohen. 'I’ve written a script that I really like, but I want to do the play and see who I am,' he said on the show. After the play wraps up its run, he’s planning to spend some much-needed time with his family and 'live a little' before deciding exactly when to jump back into the director’s chair. ## What we know about the play Tarantino spilled that 'The Popinjay Cavalier' actually started out as a movie screenplay before he realized it would land much better on stage. Described as a 'swashbuckling comedy,' the production is set to open at London’s Phoenix Theatre this coming March, with previews kicking off in late February. It’s a three-month residency, with the final curtain call scheduled for June 13. Tarantino seems pretty hyped for the project, noting, 'I’m keen with anticipation to give the West End a great night out.' ## The final countdown Tarantino’s last big-screen outing was the 2019 hit 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.' That film had some serious main character energy, snagging an Oscar for Brad Pitt and plenty of other nominations. While we’re technically waiting on his tenth and final feature, it’s clear the director is moving at his own pace. So, let him cook—he’s earned it. ## Why it matters Tarantino is arguably one of the most influential directors of the last 30 years. Knowing his final script is locked and loaded is a huge win for film fans, even if we have to wait a bit longer to see it on the big screen.