Benoit Blanc’s next mystery is afoot. Daniel Craig will reprise the role of the famous detective who drove Rian Johnson’s two previous installments, Knives Out and Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Johnson will helm the third film in the mystery series, which recently received its title and timeline for release. Following the original 2019 film starring Chris Evans and Ana de Armas, Netflix made a deal for two more sequel films with Johnson.
What is Knives Out 3 called? Johnson revealed via social media the second sequel will be titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Johnson previously expressed his hopes to change the first film's title to A Benoit Blanc Mystery, but the franchise hasn't reached sufficient exposure yet.
When will Knives Out 3 come out? Johnson's announcement video targeted the release for 2025, with Netflix specifying it will arrive sometime in the fall.
Who is in the cast of Knives Out 3? Aside from Craig’s return as Benoit Blanc, Josh Brolin, Josh O’Connor (Challengers, The Crown), Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla, Civil War), Daryl McCormack (Good Luck to You, Leo Grande) and Andrew Scott (All of Us Strangers, Ripley, Fleabag) have joined the cast. Jeremy Renner and Mila Kunis also recently joined, as did Kerry Washington and Glenn Close. Thomas Haden Church was confirmed as part of the ensemble. This star-studded cast follows the trend of previous installments, which featured illustrious names and appearances.
What is Knives Out 3 about? Director and writer Rian Johnson remarked on social media, "I love everything about whodunnits, but one of the things I love most is how malleable the genre is. There’s a whole tonal spectrum from Carr to Christie, and getting to explore...is one of the most exciting things about making Benoit Blanc movies." It is safe to assume the latest installment will continue the mystery tradition. Johnson noted, "It’s a weird thing with these movies because the detective is at the heart of it, but the detective is never the protagonist of the movie," signifying the narrative might focus more on the ensemble than solely on Blanc.
Has Knives Out 3 gone to production? Production officially began on June 10, 2024. Johnson shared his excitement on X, tweeting, "Aaaaand we’re off! Today is day 1 of shooting on the next Benoit Blanc mystery Wake Up Dead Man—see you on the other side!" This marks the official commencement of filming, which he documented with first-look images featuring Craig embodying the iconic detective once again.
How much does Knives Out 3 cost to produce? The film is coupled with Johnson's earlier movie Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, resulting from Netflix's $450 million deal for two sequels. This large budget reflects the franchise's popularity and Netflix's commitment to delivering high-quality content.
Lastly, fans are eager for trailers and teasers, but none have emerged yet. Johnson’s social media facet included snippets, like the teaser closing with the image of casket. The underlying question remains: who is inside it?
With such anticipation building for the next chapter, moviegoers can expect twists, turns, and probably more star power when Knives Out 3 arrives on Netflix. The blend of returning stars, fresh faces, and the beloved whodunnit formula promises to make this installment exciting. The third movie aims to engage returning fans of the franchise and new audiences alike.