Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery is coming on Netflix this December 12, 2025. Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc is here to solve the mystery of a death that has shaken the world. This will be the third installment of Knives Out, which will draw the difference between investigation and God.
In the teaser released for 2 minutes and 16 seconds, it shows Benoit Blanc trying to uncover the earthly secrets of the murder of a man, who is seen entering a sealed concrete box before being mysteriously killed in just 30 seconds. Who is the real murderer? Let’s dig up a bit about Rian Johnson’s upcoming film!
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Teases Death, God, and Twists
Teasing a darker subject this time, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery will question life, death, and God in all. Therefore, the twists that are to come up are nothing short of a spectacle for the installments’ fans.
Here’s a table for the details about the film:
| Key Points | Details |
| Title | Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery |
| Genre | Mystery |
| Director | Rian Johnson |
| Cast | Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, and others |
| Release Dates | September 6, 2025 (TIFF) December 12, 2025 (Netflix) In Theatres: November 26, 2025 (United States) |
| Language | English |
| Streaming Platform | Netflix |
This time, the film leans into a gothic lore in comparison to its predecessors. The visual palette of the teaser itself sets the tone for morality and high power dynamics.
With the return of Daniel Craig in his all-time eccentric image, he seems to have a spiritual advent and sternness in the film. Benoit Blanc seems to address the question of solving the murder and confronting life’s ultimate demons.
Introduction of Josh O’Connor as Rev. Jud Duplenticy, a young priest, the film takes the lore to a new level. The character is shown tangled in the mystery of who killed whom. He is tied to faith and fate. Therefore, when two utensils clink, there’s a much larger scope for intrigue and emotional conflict.
The teaser does not just address a ‘whodunit,’ but introduces a religious undertone, which, if seated well with the audience, can take it up a ladder. It also leads the audience to think about who decides to live or to die.
Hinting at betrayals, unexpected allies, and dramatic reveals, it will be interesting to watch the film! Even the lead, Daniel Craig, has a lot to say about the film. Let’s see.
Daniel Craig Calls Himself ‘Lucky’ to Return as Benoit Blanc in Wake Up Dead Man
Daniel Craig is known for portraying roles that require staunchness, strength, and an intuitive approach. Though the actor might’ve left behind 007, he is back with reprising the role as Benoit Blanc, which still lies on similar lines.
The film recently aired at the Toronto International Film Festival. Walking the red carpet with the other cast, Daniel Craig highlighted the joy of being a part of the now trilogy. He said (via People)
“How lucky am I to get to play something like this? I mean, I’ve played [James] Bond, and now I’m suddenly playing Benoit Blanc. It’s dumb luck. I’m very lucky.”
The joy notes that the film might be a spectacle to watch for its gothic-style tonality and plot. Even Mila Kunis, who portrays the role of a local police chief, shared her views about the story and working alongside Craig. Talking about the prospects of his character’s run, Craig said,
“Rian hasn’t written anything because we’re getting this movie out. [if he] writes another script and it’s as good as I think it probably will be, then it’s an easy decision.”
Therefore, fingers crossed. This time, the story will serve mystery, and that enigma of who is getting killed or killing. What are you most excited about in the film? Let us know in the comments below.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery will be playing in the theatres on November 26, 2025, and on Netflix on December 12, 2025 (USA), because this time, the questions go far beyond just ‘who killed whom.’
