Poster for 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' featuring the ensemble cast.

‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ Sets Two-Week Theatrical Release (Nov 26) Before Netflix Rollout (Dec 12) | AI News Digest

Published: September 2, 2025, 2:11 p.m. Movies & TV Positive

Netflix has announced a two-week theatrical release for 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,' starting November 26, before it becomes available for streaming on December 12. Directed by Rian Johnson, this sequel features an impressive ensemble cast including Daniel Craig, Glenn Close, and Jeremy Renner. The film follows detective Benoit Blanc as he investigates a perplexing murder in a small town. Johnson is advocating for a longer theatrical run, aiming to maximize audience exposure. This release strategy marks a shift from Netflix's previous limited theatrical engagements. Fans are eagerly anticipating this latest installment in the popular 'Knives Out' franchise.

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