Knives Out has long pulled viewers into its bright maze of clever twists, sharp wit, and that comforting old-school mystery charm that feels both vintage and futuristic at the same time. Each film arrives like a polished puzzle box, daring everyone to lean in closer. The franchise keeps evolving while still honoring the classic whodunit spirit that made it a cultural staple. And just when people thought the series had peaked, the third release stepped in and delivered its own stunning triumph.

Curiosity now zeroes in on Knives Out 3’s OTT arrival, with attention turning to when the film will finally make its way onto Netflix’s streaming lineup.

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery has captured attention with its cinematic rollout and festival buzz. Premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2025, the film set the stage for intrigue and anticipation. Its international debut followed at the BFI London Film Festival on October 8, 2025. Audiences experienced the mystery in select theaters starting November 26, 2025, before the film makes its streaming debut on Netflix on December 12, promising a thrilling addition to the Knives Out series.

Following the buzz of its festival premieres and theatrical release, audiences are now diving into the intricate mysteries of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. In the movie, a new priest Jud Duplenticy (played by Josh O’Connor) arrives at a parish called Our Lady of Perpetual Fortitude, run by Monsignor Jefferson Wicks. But soon, Wicks unexpectedly dies during a sermon, spotlighting a large ensemble cast of suspects, each with their own secrets.

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Wake Up Dead Man features a star-studded lineup, with each actor bringing depth, nuance, and energy to their roles, elevating the mystery and making every twist and revelation unforgettable.

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery features a star-studded cast bringing depth to every role. Daniel Craig stars as detective Benoit Blanc, Josh O’Connor as Reverend Jud Duplenticy, Glenn Close as loyal churchwoman Martha Delacroix, and Josh Brolin as domineering Msgr. Jefferson Wicks. Mila Kunis plays police chief Geraldine Scott, Jeremy Renner is Dr. Nat Sharp, Kerry Washington portrays lawyer Vera Draven, Andrew Scott is author Lee Ross, Cailee Spaeny is Simone Vivane, Daryl McCormack plays Cy Draven, and Thomas Haden Church embodies groundskeeper Samson Holt.

The ensemble continues with Jeffrey Wright as Bishop Langstrom, who sends Duplenticy to Wicks’ church, and Annie Hamilton as the conflicted Grace Wicks, Jefferson’s mother, marked by scandal. James Faulkner appears as Reverend Prentice Wicks, while Bridget Everett brings charm as Louise. Noah Segan returns in a quirky role as Nikolai, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt makes a cameo as a baseball announcer. With such a diverse and captivating cast, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery promises to be a thrilling addition to Netflix’s ever-growing vault.

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