TORONTO – The ensemble cast and director Rian johnson debuted “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, generating notable buzz and early praise as perhaps the strongest installment in the franchise. Starring Daniel craig, alongside Glenn Close, Jeremy Renner, and Josh O’connor, the film is slated for theatrical release November 26, followed by a Netflix debut on December 12.
As the third film in the Benoit Blanc series, “Wake Up Dead Man” continues the tradition of launching at TIFF and features a striking Gothic church setting. Johnson indicated the future of the Knives Out franchise hinges on maintaining creative freshness and continued enjoyment of the process for both himself and Craig, hinting at a significant personal arc for Blanc in this latest mystery. critics and audiences alike have lauded the film, wiht many calling it the best in the series, validating Netflix’s substantial investment.
Josh O’Connor delivers a standout performance alongside Craig,with Steve Yedlin and Rick Hendrichs’ cinematography contributing to the film’s atmospheric tone. Johnson has signaled his willingness to continue the series as a trilogy, provided each entry offers a unique and compelling narrative.Craig’s portrayal of Benoit Blanc marks his third outing as the renowned detective.
