Daniel Craig Returns in 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'

Introducing 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'

Daniel Craig is set to reprise his role as Benoit Blanc in the upcoming third installment of the Knives Out series, titled 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery'. This film is scheduled for release on Netflix and features a talented new cast. The franchise has become renowned for its captivating murder mysteries and has garnered a significant fanbase.

The release date for 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' is December 12, 2025.

The film boasts an impressive lineup including Daniel Craig, Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church. However, details regarding the storyline remain largely undisclosed.

The first film, 'Knives Out', featured stars like Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, and others, while the sequel, 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery', included Edward Norton and Janelle Monae among its cast.

All entries in the Knives Out series draw inspiration from Agatha Christie's literary works.

Recently, director Rian Johnson shared a first look at the film, stating, "A first look at Daniel Craig and Josh O’Connor in the next Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. Working on it, much more to come!"

A first look at Daniel Craig and Josh O’Connor in the next Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. Working on it, much more to come! pic.twitter.com/1cGPdPpAZ2

— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) January 30, 2025

In addition to 'Wake Up Dead Man', Netflix has unveiled a slate of exciting projects, including Squid Game Season 3, Wednesday Season 2, Stranger Things Season 5, Nobody Wants This Season 2, One Piece Season 2, and more.