Knives Out 3 Confirmed for December Release on Netflix

Netflix has announced that Knives Out 3, titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, will be released on December 12, 2025, as part of its holiday lineup. The film stars Daniel Craig reprising his role as detective Benoit Blanc, who tackles his most dangerous case yet, set in a small town centered around a chapel, marking a shift from the previous films' more lavish settings. The ensemble cast includes Josh O’Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, Daryl McCormack, and Thomas Haden Church, with Renner having a more prominent role than his previous cameo in the franchise. Director Rian Johnson, known for his inventive approach to the whodunnit genre, drew inspiration for the film's title from the 1997 U2 song "Wake Up Dead Man," continuing the tradition of music-inspired titles. The film's eerie tone and focus on a seemingly impossible crime promise a complex mystery filled with red herrings, aiming for critical acclaim and an awards run. The first trailer, unveiled during Netflix's TUDUM event, highlights the darker atmosphere and stakes involved, heightening anticipation among fans.