Brace yourself for a merry descent into the cast of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, where even the butler might have secrets. The Knives Out trilogy has enticed viewers with its cunning enigmas, sharp wit, and deliciously convoluted plots, turning murder into a polite sport. Fans, with bated breath and popcorn, have celebrated every red herring, from Daniel Craig’s meticulous frown to Ana de Armas’s luminous charm.

As Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery arrives, audiences are enchanted by the ensemble who conjure Johnson’s curious alchemy. Which actor embodies mischievous elegance, sardonic brilliance, or subtle menace? Every cast member promises to tangle Benoit Blanc’s sleuthing with irresistible flair.

The cast itself is a delightful puzzle, teasing audiences with intrigue before the first clue even falls.

Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc, the Southern-fried detective whose mind slices through puzzles like a scalpel. After dazzling audiences as James Bond, Craig shifts gears, bringing charm, intellect, and a slow-burning wit to a whodunit where every ensemble member is a potential culprit.

Josh O'Connor portrays Father Jud Duplenticy, a former pro boxer turned earnest priest and prime suspect. Known for his Emmy-winning portrayal of Prince Charles in The Crown, O'Connor balances innocence and tension, creating a character viewers cannot help but scrutinize and secretly admire.

Glenn Close shines as Martha Delacroix, a fiercely loyal church administrator whose devotion is matched only by her sharp edges. Close, celebrated for Fatal Attraction and Dangerous Liaisons, infuses humor and gravitas, proving that no parish drama can resist her formidable presence.

Josh Brolin, as Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, the firebrand victim, commands attention even in absence. From Thanos to Gurney Halleck, Brolin channels dominance and menace effortlessly. His controversial character polarizes the congregation, giving Benoit Blanc more than a puzzle; he gives a tempest in human form.

Mila Kunis as Chief Geraldine Scott, Jeremy Renner as Dr. Nat Sharp, Kerry Washington as Vera Draven, Andrew Scott as Lee Ross, Cailee Spaeny as Simone Vivane, Daryl McCormack as Cy Draven, and Thomas Haden Church as Samson Holt collectively enrich the ensemble. Their combined quirks, ambitions, and hidden motives ensure Wake Up Dead Man becomes a meticulously plotted, star-studded labyrinth of intrigue.

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Had Rian Johnson cast Meryl Streep as his dream casting for Knives Out, she would have been unstoppable, yet fans still celebrated another actor’s show-stopping magic.

Daniel Craig continues to play Benoit Blanc with debonair precision, yet it is Josh O'Connor who has quietly hijacked the audience’s admiration. His portrayal of Reverend Jud Duplenticy blends sincerity, moral depth, and subtle humor, carrying the film’s thematic exploration of faith and morality with remarkable nuance. Viewers praise O'Connor for creating a character distinct from Blanc while still anchoring the emotional core of the story.

Glenn Close sparkles as Martha Delacroix, wielding authority and charm with equal force, while Josh Brolin devours the role of Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, a tyrant even in death. Craig retains his signature flair, but here the spotlight lingers elsewhere, as the ensemble bows to O'Connor’s commanding presence.

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