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Knives Out 3 Cast Revealed: Jeremy Renner, Glenn Close, and More

May 30, 2024 5:49 PM

Rian Johnson's third installment in the Knives Out series, titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, is already generating buzz with a stellar cast lineup. Returning as detective Benoit Blanc is Daniel Craig, who will be joined by an impressive array of talent, including Jeremy Renner, Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, and Andrew Scott. This sequel follows the success of its predecessors, Knives Out (2019) and Glass Onion (2022), both noted for their star-studded casts and gripping mysteries. The film is set to debut on Netflix in 2025, part of a lucrative two-sequel deal with the streaming giant, valued at $469 million.

Who is joining the cast of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?n

Jeremy Renner, Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Josh O’Connor, and Cailee Spaeny have been announced as part of the cast, alongside the returning Daniel Craig.

The Knives Out series, known for its cerebral mysteries and ensemble casts, started with the original Knives Out film in 2019. Directed by Rian Johnson and featuring stars like Chris Evans and Jamie Lee Curtis, it received critical acclaim. This success prompted Netflix to secure a deal for two sequels, the first of which was Glass Onion, maintaining the tradition of big-name cast members and intricate plotlines.



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Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-05-30 19:42:07
The cast lineup for *Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery* looks epic With talent like Jeremy Renner, Glenn Close, and Kerry Washington joining the fray, plus Daniel Craig back as Benoit Blanc, this installment promises to be another riveting whodunit.
Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-05-30 19:30:03
The buzz around Rian Johnson's Wake Up Dead Man is totally justified with that all-star cast lineup Can't wait to see Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc hilariously untangling another twisty mystery.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-05-30 19:18:04
Rian Johnson's latest in the Knives Out series looks like another masterclass in ensemble casting, especially with stars like Jeremy Renner and Glenn Close joining the fray. If Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery can match the suspense and wit of its predecessors, we’re in for another Netflix hit come 2025
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