- New trailer for Wake Up Dead Man and theatrical window prior to its Netflix release.
- The mystery places Benoit Blanc in a parish in upstate New York.
- Ensemble cast with Daniel Craig, Mila Kunis, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin and more.
- Netflix is preparing Dead Man's Party, a party game inspired by the movie.
Netflix has unveiled the first look at Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out MysteryThe third chapter of the saga created by Rian Johnson. The film will have a Limited screening in cinemas for two weeks starting on November 26, before reaching the platform the Netflix on December 12.
The story moves the action to a small community in upstate New York, where An impossible crime shatters the apparent calm.Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, returns with his unmistakable nose for deduction in what is already being touted as his riskiest case so far.
Trailer and tone: a darker chapter for Benoit Blanc
The preview shows a a darker atmosphere and sustained tensionemphasizing that it's the detective's most dangerous case. The trailer exudes a... classic mystery with Johnson's stamp: Sharp irony, ambiguous characters, and clues that play tricks on you.
A young priest, Jud Duplenticy (Josh O'Connor), arrives to assist the charismatic Monsignor Jefferson Wicks (Josh Brolin) when A violent incident shakes the areaWith no clear suspects, the local police chief Geraldine Scott (Mila Kunis) He turns to Benoit Blanc to try to solve a puzzle that defies logic and puts the entire congregation in check..
Cast and characters
Johnson is once again opting for an ensemble cast, with figures who orbit the parish and who might be holding secrets. These are the key pieces of the board.:
- Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, internationally renowned detective.
- Mila Kunis as Geraldine Scott, the local police chief.
- Josh O'Connor as priest Jud Duplenticy.
- Josh Brolin as Monsignor Jefferson Wicks.
- Glenn Close as Martha Delacroix, devout parishioner.
- Thomas Haden Church as Samson Holt, prudent gardener.
- Kerry Washington as attorney Vera Draven.
- Daryl McCormack as rising politician Cy Draven.
- Jeremy Renner as the municipal doctor Nat Sharp.
- Cailee Spaeny as cellist Simone Vivane.
- Andrew Scott as bestselling author Lee Ross.
The combination of profiles –from religious devotion to political ambition– outlines an ideal ecosystem for the game of suspicion characteristic of the franchise.
Release dates and availability in Spain
The film will have a limited theatrical run for two weeks starting on November 26 in select markets. It will be available later in Netflix on December 12, also for the public in Spain and the rest of Europe where the service operates.
After his appearance at TIFF, Daniel Craig indicated that returning to Blanc depends on the stories continuing to be of a high standard. Without quoting him verbatim, the actor made it clear that the saga... It will continue as long as it maintains its quality., an idea in line with Rian Johnson's meticulous approach to building mystery before writing the script.
Beyond the movie: Dead Man's Party, the party game on Netflix
In anticipation of the premiere, Netflix is preparing Dead Man's Party: A Knives Out GameA social game for television where the mobile phone acts as the controller. The concept fits into their new line of “game nights” and allows players to step into the shoes of suspects as Benoit Blanc tries to unmask the culprit in quick games for playing at home with friends.
Setting and clues to the mystery
The parish setting—where everyone knows each other, at least on the surface—fosters a close-knit intrigue with false alibis, internal friction, and awkward silences. The film explores how a inexplicable event It uncovers old tensions and forces local authorities and an external investigator to cooperate.
With a darker aesthetic, a top-notch cast, and the addition of a party game inspired by Blanc's research, Wake Up Dead Man It reinforces the identity of Knives Out: elegant mystery, measured humor and a narrative puzzle that can be enjoyed both in the theater seat and, this time, in the living room at home.
I am a technology enthusiast who has turned his "geek" interests into a profession. I have spent more than 10 years of my life using cutting-edge technology and tinkering with all kinds of programs out of pure curiosity. Now I have specialized in computer technology and video games. This is because for more than 5 years I have been writing for various websites on technology and video games, creating articles that seek to give you the information you need in a language that is understandable to everyone.
If you have any questions, my knowledge ranges from everything related to the Windows operating system as well as Android for mobile phones. And my commitment is to you, I am always willing to spend a few minutes and help you resolve any questions you may have in this internet world.