Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery_
"He works in mysterious ways."
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.
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
Netflix
34 countries
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Box office
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery earned $4.0M against a $210.0M budget.
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Year context
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery was released 1 year ago in 2025.
CAST (20)
Daniel Craig
Benoit Blanc
Josh O'Connor
Fr. Jud Duplenticy
Glenn Close
Martha Delacroix
Josh Brolin
Mons. Jefferson Wicks
Mila Kunis
Chief Geraldine Scott
Jeremy Renner
Dr. Nat Sharp
Kerry Washington
Vera Draven, Esq.
Andrew Scott
Lee Ross
Cailee Spaeny
Simone Vivane
Daryl McCormack
Cy Draven
Thomas Haden Church
Samson Holt
Jeffrey Wright
Bp. Langstrom
Annie Hamilton
Grace Wicks
James Faulkner
Rev. Prentice Wicks
Bridget Everett
Louise
Noah Segan
Nikolai
JK
Jamie Karitzis
Geraldine's Deputy
Kit Burden
Dcn. Clark
Gavin Spokes
Rev. Frank
Paul Hilton
Rev. Delancy
CREW
Director
Writer
BOX OFFICE
$210.0M
Budget
$4.0M
Revenue
-98%
ROI
FLOP
Verdict
STUDIOS (1)
T-Street
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
145 min (2h 25m)
Language
English
Country
Rating
7.2/10 (2,034 votes)
Popularity
71
Budget
$210,000,000
Box Office
$4,000,000
Profit
$-206,000,000
IMDB
Trailer
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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.
How long is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery has a runtime of 145 minutes (2h 25m).
Who directed Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery was directed by Rian Johnson.
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, Josh O'Connor, Glenn Close, Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis.
How much did Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery make at the box office?
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery earned $4,000,000 worldwide at the box office. The production budget was $210,000,000.
What is the rating of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery?
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery has a rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 2,034 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Thriller
Mystery
Comedy
KEYWORDS (10)
detective
investigation
sequel
murder
whodunit
murder mystery
upstate new york
absurd
distressing
hopeful