Summary
The first look at Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc has been revealed in an image ofWake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The third installment of theKnives Outseries will see the return of the famed detective as he takes on another mystery with a new ensemble cast. TheWake Up Dead Mancast includes Craig, Cailee Spaeny, Josh Brolin, Anthony Scott, Jeremy Renner, Josh O’Connor, Mila Kunis, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, Thomas Haden Church, and Daryl McCormack.
DirectorRian Johnsonreveals Craig’s look forWake Up Dead Manin a new image.
TheKnives Out 3image is in black-and-white, making it hard to get the full picture of Benoit Blanc’s new costume. Even without color,Benoit’s sharp new style can be gleaned, which includes a sleek suit. In his hand, Craig holds a top hat, which will cover a head of long locks that appear to be light in color. Johnson also provides a critical filming update. He writes “Today is day 1 of shooting”on the mystery film sequel, indicating the start of production. Johnson did not provide further updates on the production or the release date.
The High-Profile Casts Is A Good Sign For The Movie
TheWake Up Dead Manimage does little by way of revealing the plot of the upcoming sequel, but it does unveil a key aspect of Benoit Blanc — his outfits.Blanc’s signature looks are a theme throughout theKnives Outseries, sporting everything from a blue-striped beach outfit to slick suits. This newest Benoit look is more in line with the sleekness of the firstKnives Out, while still offering a brand-new element with his long hair.
Wake Up Dead Manhas huge shoes to fill when it comes to making anotherKnives Outmystery.Knives Outimpressed audiences upon its release in 2019, getting a97% on Rotten Tomatoes.Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mysteryhad slightly lower 91%, but was arguably an even bolder film, taking a non-linear storytelling approach that undoes audience expectations part-way through the story. The pressure is great onWake Up Dead Man, as the first two films were so successful.
The cast for theupcomingWake Up Dead Manis one good sign for its success as it attempts to followGlass Onion. While the sophomoreKnives Outfilm was also star-studded,Wake Up Dead Manincludes several massive stars, and will include the triumphant return of Renner to the screen, along with seasoned stars such as Close and Washington. This stellar cast can hopefully elevateWake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mysteryas it attempts to succeed in a high-profile anthology series.
Knives Outis available on VOD andGlass Onion: A Knives Out Mysteryis available to stream on Netflix.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Cast
World-renowned detective Benoit Blanc returns in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The film will follow a new cast surrounding the detective as he attempts to solve another strange case.
