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The casting announcements for the next installment of Knives Out are akin to the anticipation surrounding a sports draft for film aficionados. With each new entry in the Rian Johnson franchise, fans eagerly speculate and assemble their dream line-up, often finding their wishes granted to some extent. The power wielded by Johnson in handpicking the stars for each character must surely evoke a sense of exhilaration.
Is ‘Knives Out 3’ happening any sooner?
Following the successes of “Knives Out” in 2019 and “Glass Onion” in 2022, the third installment, although yet to commence production, is already poised to set a new standard for the series.
Titled “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” the third film was officially announced by Netflix and Rian Johnson on May 24. Accompanied by a thrilling clip narrated by Daniel Craig, the teaser hints at Benoit Blanc’s next enigmatic case, described as “his most dangerous yet.”
In subsequent elaborations, Johnson hinted at a tonal shift for the forthcoming mystery, emphasizing the genre’s versatility. He teased the exploration of a spectrum of tones, from Carr to Christie, suggesting a thrilling journey for fans of the whodunnit genre.
The title itself, “Wake Up Dead Man,” offers a tantalizing hint at the direction of the third Knives Out adventure. Could we be in store for a ghostly, horror-influenced mystery akin to Kenneth Branaugh’s recent Poirot venture, “A Haunting in Venice”?
As for the cast, the initial announcements have sparked excitement among fans. Notable additions include Josh O’Connor, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott, with Kerry Washington also joining the ensemble. While their roles remain undisclosed, the anticipation is palpable, especially for Scott, whose potential antagonistic role has fans eager to see him channel the energy of his past iconic characters.
As production gears up, fans eagerly await further casting announcements and plot details. With a confirmed release window for 2025, the countdown has begun for what promises to be another riveting chapter in the Knives Out saga.