Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery(2025)
“He works in mysterious ways.”
Overview
When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.
Director
Rian Johnson
Studio
T-Street
Budget
$210M
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Daniel Craig
as Benoit Blanc
Josh O'Connor
as Fr. Jud Duplenticy
Glenn Close
as Martha Delacroix
Josh Brolin
as Mons. Jefferson Wicks
Mila Kunis
as Chief Geraldine Scott
Jeremy Renner
as Dr. Nat Sharp
Kerry Washington
as Vera Draven, Esq.
Andrew Scott
as Lee Ross
Cailee Spaeny
as Simone Vivane
Daryl McCormack
as Cy Draven
Thomas Haden Church
as Samson Holt
Jeffrey Wright
as Bp. Langstrom
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2025
Runtime
2h 25m
Language
English
Rating
7.2 / 10
Budget
$210M
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
T-Street
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?▼
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What is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery about?▼
When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.
Who directed Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?▼
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery was directed by Rian Johnson and released in 2025. It is a thriller, mystery, comedy film.
How long is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?▼
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery has a runtime of 2 hours and 25 minutes (145 minutes total).
Who stars in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?▼
The cast of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery includes Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, Josh O'Connor as Fr. Jud Duplenticy, Glenn Close as Martha Delacroix, Josh Brolin as Mons. Jefferson Wicks, Mila Kunis as Chief Geraldine Scott and more.
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