The knives are being sharpened once again as Netflix prepares to deliver the third instalment in the wildly successful Knives Out franchise. Titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, the film promises to take Daniel Craig's Southern detective Benoit Blanc into his "most dangerous case yet."
What We Know About the Plot
While specific plot details remain under tighter security than one of Harlan Thrombey's mansions, director Rian Johnson has teased that this outing will be a full-blown murder mystery set against a haunting backdrop. The title alone suggests darker themes than its predecessors, with Johnson describing it as Benoit Blanc entering new territory.
The official announcement came directly from Johnson and Craig in a clever social media video that sent fans into a frenzy. Craig's distinctive drawl confirmed: "We're going to tell you the title of the new film, which is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery."
All-Star Cast Revealed
Netflix is assembling another spectacular ensemble cast that continues the franchise's tradition of attracting Hollywood's finest:
- Daniel Craig returns as the inimitable detective Benoit Blanc
- Josh O'Connor (The Crown) joins the mystery
- Cailee Spaeny (Civil War) signs on for her first Knives Out appearance
- Rumours continue to swirl about additional A-list additions
Release Date Expectations
While an exact premiere date remains mystery itself, industry insiders suggest we could see Wake Up Dead Man hit our screens in 2025. Production is expected to begin shortly, with Netflix keen to capitalise on the massive success of the first two films.
The streaming giant paid a staggering $469 million for the rights to two sequels following the original film's critical and commercial triumph. Given Glass Onion's record-breaking debut on the platform, the pressure is on for this third instalment to deliver another sharp, witty and thoroughly entertaining whodunnit.
Why This Franchise Continues to Captivate
The Knives Out series has revived the murder mystery genre for modern audiences, combining intricate plotting with social commentary and star-studded ensembles. Johnson's clever writing and direction, paired with Craig's charismatic performance as Blanc, has created a formula that feels both fresh and comfortingly traditional.
With Wake Up Dead Man, fans can expect the same blend of suspense, humour and shocking revelations that made the first two films must-watch entertainment.
