Daniel Craig is back on the big screen, reprising his celebrated role as the master detective Benoit Blanc in the latest instalment of the hit mystery franchise, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.
How to Watch the New Knives Out Film in the UK
Good news for thriller fans: the highly anticipated third film has officially landed in cinemas. However, catching it requires a bit of local knowledge. Wake Up Dead Man is not showing in major chains like Odeon, Vue, or Cineworld.
Instead, the film is available in select UK cinemas, including smaller chains such as Everyman, Picturehouse, Showcase, Omniplex, and Curzon. It is also screening in a number of independent theatres across the country. The most reliable way to find a screening near you is to use Netflix's dedicated cinema-finder website.
Global Netflix Streaming Release Confirmed
For those who prefer to stream from the comfort of their sofa, the wait is almost over. Following its exclusive theatrical run, Wake Up Dead Man will be available to stream globally on Netflix from December 12.
There is potential for the film to remain in cinemas beyond that date. The writer and director, Rian Johnson, recently clarified on Twitter that theatres are free to continue showing the film after its Netflix debut if there is sufficient audience demand.
Critical Acclaim for Rian Johnson's Latest Whodunit
Early reviews for the film have been overwhelmingly positive, suggesting it is a worthy successor to its predecessors. The critics' aggregator site Rotten Tomatoes awarded the film an impressive 95% score shortly after its premiere.
Critics have heaped praise on the film, with one review highlighting its "genuinely soulful fixation on faith" and a "scene-stealing" performance from Josh O'Connor. Meanwhile, casual moviegoers have been equally enthusiastic, with one fan declaring it one of the best films of the year and praising its brilliant handling of themes like faith, temptation, and redemption.
Daniel Craig is joined by a star-studded cast that includes Cailee Spaeny, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, and Daryl McCormack, ensuring the film is packed with compelling performances. The story is set in a New York church, where Benoit Blanc must investigate the inexplicable death of a monsignor, with one priest emerging as the prime suspect in a case that promises to be his most challenging yet.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery is in select UK cinemas now and will begin streaming on Netflix from December 12.
