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Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery (2025)

Runtime: 145 min
Release date: 26/11/2025
Production countries: United States of America
Production companies: T-Street
Overview
When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.
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Rian Johnson
Director
Cast
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Daniel Craig
as Benoit Blanc
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Josh O'Connor
as Fr. Jud Duplenticy
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Glenn Close
as Martha Delacroix
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Josh Brolin
as Mons. Jefferson Wicks
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Mila Kunis
as Chief Geraldine Scott
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Reviews
Author: msbreviews
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/wake-up-dead-man-review/"Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery exceeds expectations by diving into a darker register without losing the layers of humor and captivating mystery that define the franchise. The howdunnit mechanics become unnecessarily complex before the climax, but given the brilliance of the whydunnit — exceptional character work and rich thematic exploration — every minute is a valuable experience.The witty banter between Daniel Craig and Josh O'Connor, coupled with the depth of their discussion on what it means to"believe," is one of many proofs in this sequel that a whodunnit doesn't need to be perfect to be a resounding success. Rian Johnson offers a worthy continuation of the saga, surpassing expectations by delving into a somber register. The truth may be winding, but in this mystery, faith and forgiveness are the biggest plot twists of all." Rating: A-FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/wake-up-dead-man-review/"Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery exceeds expectations by diving into a darker register without losing the layers of humor and captivating mystery that define the franchise. The howdunnit mechanics become unnecessarily complex before the climax, but given the brilliance of the whydunnit — exceptional character work and rich thematic exploration — every minute is a valuable experience.The witty banter between Daniel Craig and Josh O'Connor, coupled with the depth of their discussion on what it means to"believe," is one of many proofs in this sequel that a whodunnit doesn't need to be perfect to be a resounding success. Rian Johnson offers a worthy continuation of the saga, surpassing expectations by
Author: Geronimo1967
Pugilistic priest “Fr. Jud” (Josh O’Connor) has lost his temper with a deacon and been consigned to a remote country parish where his plain-speaking bishop (Jeffrey Wright) hopes he can do less damage. Upon his arrival, though, he realises that this is quite an eccentric little congregation led by the mildly megalomaniacal “Monsignor” (Josh Brolin) and his ever so slightly menacing factotum “Martha” (Glenn Close). The new arrival isn’t universally welcome, especially when he tries to impose his own more religious approach to parish affairs, and then somewhat out of the blue, the older churchman is mysteriously killed. Of course, “Jud” is the obvious suspect but the arrival of the Poirot-esque “Benoit Blanc” (Daniel Craig) to help with the investigation soon reveals that just about anyone from this tightly knit community had some sort of axe to grind. It also transpires that there’s a missing eighty million dollar fortune, a bit of illegitimacy, a secret romance and even an acid bath to be factored in, too! It’s Cluedo on steroids! Brolin reminded me of Kris Kristofferson the whole way through as his behaviour gets wackier and more manipulative and he does gel well with an O’Connor who’s clearly having some fun as the plot thickens nicely, and suitably convolutedly. I could have done with a little more from Miss Close, and neither Andrew Scott nor Jeremy Renner really have enough of the plot either, but the writing and pacing of this quirky and personality-driven mystery keeps it quite enthralling in the best tradition of Agatha Christie as it mixes some good old fashioned detective work with some provocative religiosity; technical wizardry and even a little biblical mythology. Don’t be put off by it’s lengthy duration, it’s the best of these “Knives Out” tales so far.Pugilistic priest “Fr. Jud” (Josh O’Connor) has lost his temper with a deacon and been consigned to a remote country parish where his plain-speaking bishop (Jeffrey Wright) hopes he can do less damage. Upon his arrival, though, he realises that this is quite an eccentric little congregation led by the mildly megalomaniacal “Monsignor” (Josh Brolin) and his ever so slightly menacing factotum “Martha” (Glenn Close). The new arrival isn’t universally welcome, especially when he tries to impose his own more religious approach to parish affairs, and then somewhat out of the blue, the older churchman is mysteriously killed. Of course, “Jud” is the obvious suspect but the arrival of the Poirot-esque “Benoit Blanc” (Daniel Craig) to help with the investigation soon reveals that just about anyone
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Wake Up Dead Man hailed as 'best' Knives Out film as fans heap praise on Josh O'Connor
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Wake Up Dead Man hailed as 'best' Knives Out film as fans heap praise on Josh O'Connor

Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc in the latest installment of the Rian Johnson murder mystery series alongside Josh O'Connor as earnest priest Jud Duplenticity
To Fully Appreciate the Brilliant New Knives Out, It Helps to Understand the Subgenres It’s Riffing On
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To Fully Appreciate the Brilliant New Knives Out, It Helps to Understand the Subgenres It’s Riffing On

Rian Johnson pays a hat tip to the locked-room mystery in Wake Up Dead Man.
The Response Rian Johnson ALWAYS Has When Someone Gives Him An Idea For A Knives Out Movie
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The Response Rian Johnson ALWAYS Has When Someone Gives Him An Idea For A Knives Out Movie

This is actually great advice.
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ on Netflix, Another Entry in the Murder Mystery Franchise That’s a Cut Above All Other Comedies
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Stream It Or Skip It: ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ on Netflix, Another Entry in the Murder Mystery Franchise That’s a Cut Above All Other Comedies

Rian Johnson further asserts that he’s the new mystery master.
Josh O’Connor Takes Wake Up Dead Man to Church
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Josh O’Connor Takes Wake Up Dead Man to Church

As a priest clinging to faith, O’Connor is silly, sincere, and steals the new Knives Out movie from Benoit Blanc.
The Pope Would Love the New Knives Out Movie
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The Pope Would Love the New Knives Out Movie

‘Wake Up Dead Man’ is the darkest — and best — ‘Knives Out’ movie yet.
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‘Wake Up Dead Man’ Is the Best Netflix Movie to Watch Right Now

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