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Third 'Knives Out' Title Revealed - Release Date Sooner Than You Think

May 27, 2024 10:38 AM

The third installment in Rian Johnson's Knives Out series has been officially titled "Wake Up Dead Man," and it's set to arrive on Netflix in 2025. Known for its intricate plots and the stellar performance of Daniel Craig as detective Benoit Blanc, the Knives Out franchise continues to captivate audiences. "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" saw significant success, and anticipation for "Wake Up Dead Man" is already building. Johnson's creative process has remained robust despite past challenges like the Covid pandemic, ensuring fans won’t have to wait too long for the next mystery. Netflix is likely aiming for a high-profile release window, potentially around Christmas 2025 for maximum impact.

When will the third Knives Out movie be released?

The third Knives Out movie, titled "Wake Up Dead Man," is expected to be released on Netflix in 2025.

The Knives Out series debuted with the surprise hit "Knives Out" in 2019, which rejuvenated the whodunit genre with its clever storytelling and an all-star ensemble cast. Following this, "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery" continued the tale in 2022, cementing the franchise's popularity and success. The series, created by acclaimed director Rian Johnson, follows detective Benoit Blanc (played by Daniel Craig) as he unravels complex murder mysteries, blending humor, suspense, and classic detective tropes.



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Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-05-27 10:54:07
Man, the title Wake Up Dead Man just screams intrigue With Johnson's knack for crafting compelling mysteries and Daniel Craig's ever-dapper Benoit Blanc, 2025 can't come soon enough.
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-05-27 10:48:03
Rian Johnson continues to nail the modern whodunit with each Knives Out installment, and Wake Up Dead Man sounds like it's going to be another rollercoaster of a mystery. Can't wait to see Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc back in action
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-05-27 10:42:04
Rian Johnson really knows how to keep the mystery flame burning bright, and with Daniel Craig back as Benoit Blanc, Wake Up Dead Man is shaping up to be another intriguing addition to the Knives Out series. Can't wait to see what twisted plot turns await us in 2025
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