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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Independent Staff

Knives Out 3 receives rave reviews ahead of Netflix debut

Netflix Benoit Blanc Rian Johnson Agatha Christie Daniel Craig Glenn Close Mila Kunis Josh OConnor Murder United Kingdom
  • The latest Knives Out film, Wake Up Dead Man, has garnered early praise, being described as a "deadpan delight" and a "solidly satisfying whodunnit".
  • Rian Johnson's third instalment in the murder mystery series features Daniel Craig returning as eccentric detective Benoit Blanc.
  • Blanc investigates a case involving a charismatic priest, supported by an all-star cast including Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, and Mila Kunis.
  • Critics have lauded Johnson for his tributes to classic mystery works like Agatha Christie and Scooby-Doo, with Josh O'Connor's performance highlighted as show-stealing.
  • The film will be released in selected UK cinemas this week, ahead of its Netflix debut on 12 December.
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