The makers want to close the casting of Rian Johnson’s Knives Out 3. After it was announced on May 29 that Andrew Scott, Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny will take on important roles in the whodunit mystery thriller, we have information that Kerry Washington and Glenn Close have also been roped in. Like the first two times, Daniel Craig will play the quirky detective Benoit Blanc, who will take up the charge of finding the killer.

Daniel Craig will lead a bevy of stars in the third film of the franchise which usually includes&nbsp;the whos-who of the industry.

<h2>Knives Out 3 to be Benoit Blanc's "most dangerous case yet"</h2>

Knives Out 3 is titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery and is written and directed by Rian Johnson. He will also produce with his T-Street partner Ram Bergman, who worked on the first two films.&nbsp;

With the cast finally in place, Wake Up Dead Man is expected to soon go into production and is slated to release in 2025. The cast of the film includes<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-ripley-actor-andrew-scott-joins-knives-out-3-726485"> Andrew Scott,</a> Joshn O' Connor, Cailee Spaeny in leading roles.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-wake-up-dead-man-a-knives-out-mystery-casts-josh-o%E2%80%99connor-and-cailee-spaeny-726197">'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' casts Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny</a>

Plot details are yet to be revealed, but Johnson and Craig have teased that it is Blanc’s "most dangerous case yet.”

The first film of the franchise Knives Out released in 2019 and became a massive success grossing $312 million against a $40 million budget. Netflix then bought the rights to the murder mystery series&nbsp;and debuted the sequel, Glass Onion in 2022. It was an even bigger success.&nbsp;

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Kerry Washington is best known for portraying Olivia Pope in drama project Scandal. Glenn Close most recently starred in Ron Howard’s Hillbilly Elegy for Netflix.

The makers want to close the casting of Rian Johnson’s Knives Out 3. After it was announced on May 29 that Andrew Scott, Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny will take on important roles in the whodunit mystery thriller, we have information that Kerry Washington and Glenn Close have also been roped in.

The makers want to close the casting of Rian Johnson’s Knives Out 3. After it was announced on May 29 that Andrew Scott, Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny will take on important roles in the whodunit mystery thriller, we have information that Kerry Washington and Glenn Close have also been roped in. Like the first two times, Daniel Craig will play the quirky detective Benoit Blanc, who will take up the charge of finding the killer. Daniel Craig will lead a bevy of stars in the third film of the franchise which usually includes the whos-who of the industry. Knives Out 3 to be Benoit Blanc's "most dangerous case yet" Knives Out 3 is titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery and is written and directed by Rian Johnson. He will also produce with his T-Street partner Ram Bergman, who worked on the first two films. With the cast finally in place, Wake Up Dead Man is expected to soon go into production and is slated to release in 2025. The cast of the film includes Andrew Scott, Joshn O' Connor, Cailee Spaeny in leading roles. 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' casts Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny Plot details are yet to be revealed, but Johnson and Craig have teased that it is Blanc’s "most dangerous case yet.” The first film of the franchise Knives Out released in 2019 and became a massive success grossing $312 million against a $40 million budget. Netflix then bought the rights to the murder mystery series and debuted the sequel, Glass Onion in 2022. It was an even bigger success. Also read: Nicholas Galitzine as He-Man? Bring it on we say Kerry Washington is best known for portraying Olivia Pope in drama project Scandal. Glenn Close most recently starred in Ron Howard’s Hillbilly Elegy for Netflix.

Kerry Washington, Glenn Close round out Daniel Craig starrer Knives Out 3 cast

Knives Out 3 just got more exciting as makers have now roped in Andrew Scott in the upcoming sequel. After we got to know of actors <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-wake-up-dead-man-a-knives-out-mystery-casts-josh-o%E2%80%99connor-and-cailee-spaeny-726197">Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny</a>, Andrew joins the starry ensemble of the hit franchise of whodunit films.&nbsp;

The Ripley star will be seen in Knives Out 3 which is titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Daniel Craig will reprise his role as detective Benoit Blanc who investigates murders and unravels the mystery in each film.&nbsp;

Wake Up Dead Man will be the third Knives Out film.&nbsp;

<h2>Daniel Craig to return as Benoit Blanc</h2>

The film will again be written and directed by Rian Johnsson. He is also producing with his T-Street partner Ram Bergman, who worked on the first two films. Wake Up Dead Man is expected to soon go into production and is slated to release in 2025.&nbsp;

Apart from news on the cast, we don’t have much information as the plot details of the third film have been kept under wraps for now. However, both Daniel Craig and Rian Johnson peg it to be Blanc’s “most dangerous case yet.”

Teasing the third film, Rian wrote on social media, “I love everything about whodunits, but one of the things I love most is how malleable the genre is. There’s a whole tonal spectrum from Carr to Christie, and getting to explore that range is one of the most exciting things about making Benoit Blanc movies.”

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The first Knives Out film released in 2019. The second released on Netflix and was an even bigger hit than the first. Glass Onion came out in 2022. It also released selectively in theatres.&nbsp;

Knives Out 3 just got more exciting as makers have now roped in Andrew Scott in the upcoming sequel. After we got to know of actors Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny, Andrew joins the starry ensemble of the hit franchise of whodunit films.

Knives Out 3 just got more exciting as makers have now roped in Andrew Scott in the upcoming sequel. After we got to know of actors Josh O’Connor and Cailee Spaeny, Andrew joins the starry ensemble of the hit franchise of whodunit films. The Ripley star will be seen in Knives Out 3 which is titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. Daniel Craig will reprise his role as detective Benoit Blanc who investigates murders and unravels the mystery in each film. Wake Up Dead Man will be the third Knives Out film. Daniel Craig to return as Benoit Blanc The film will again be written and directed by Rian Johnsson. He is also producing with his T-Street partner Ram Bergman, who worked on the first two films. Wake Up Dead Man is expected to soon go into production and is slated to release in 2025. Apart from news on the cast, we don’t have much information as the plot details of the third film have been kept under wraps for now. However, both Daniel Craig and Rian Johnson peg it to be Blanc’s “most dangerous case yet.” Teasing the third film, Rian wrote on social media, “I love everything about whodunits, but one of the things I love most is how malleable the genre is. There’s a whole tonal spectrum from Carr to Christie, and getting to explore that range is one of the most exciting things about making Benoit Blanc movies.” Also read: Bollywood celebs Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Varun Dhawan extend support to Palestine amid Israel attack The first Knives Out film released in 2019. The second released on Netflix and was an even bigger hit than the first. Glass Onion came out in 2022. It also released selectively in theatres.

Ripley actor Andrew Scott joins Knives Out 3

Written, directed and co-produced by Rian Johnson,&nbsp;'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' offers a glimpse into the shadowy past of&nbsp;Benoit Blanc, a private detective who receives an invitation from billionaire Miles Bron, co-founder of the technology company Alpha. Bron also invites five friends and hosts a murder mystery game at his mansion, the Glass Onion, on his private island in Greece.

In the 'Knives Out' sequel, viewers got a glimpse into Blanc’s personal life and surprisingly, we got to see Hugh Grant playing the detective’s husband named Philip. Speaking about his cameo appearance in the film, Grant said, "It is true, I’m married to James Bond."

The Hollywood star added, "It’s the tiniest little moment. I don’t really know why they wanted to do it but anyway, I thought Knives Out 1 was brilliant, and so yeah, I thought why not? I turn up for a few hours."

Here, Grant is referring to Craig's iconic character,&nbsp;the British secret service agent, James Bond.

Fans have expressed a desire for a prequel focusing on Blanc’s beginnings, but filmmaker Johnson has battled hard to keep his movies self-contained and has chosen to instead become inventive in presenting snippets of the detective’s private life.&nbsp;

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"I’ve tried hard to make them self-contained. Honestly, I’m pissed off that we have A Knives Out Mystery in the title,"&nbsp;Johnson told The Atlantic in an interview. "I want it to just be called Glass Onion."

He continued, "I get it, and I want everyone who liked the first movie to know this is next in the series, but also, the whole appeal to me is it’s a new novel off the shelf every time. But there’s a gravity of a thousand suns toward serialized storytelling."

'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' serves as&nbsp;a follow-up to the 2019 movie 'Knives Out'. Daniel Craig returns as the great investigator Benoit Blanc in the film as he takes on a new case involving tech tycoon Miles Bron, which is played by Edward Norton&nbsp;and Bron’s closest friends.

The ensemble cast also includes Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson, and Dave Bautista.

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Written, directed and co-produced by Rian Johnson, 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' offers a glimpse into the shadowy past of Benoit Blanc, a private detective who receives an invitation from billionaire Miles Bron, co-founder of the technology company Alpha.

Written, directed and co-produced by Rian Johnson, 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' offers a glimpse into the shadowy past of Benoit Blanc, a private detective who receives an invitation from billionaire Miles Bron, co-founder of the technology company Alpha. Bron also invites five friends and hosts a murder mystery game at his mansion, the Glass Onion, on his private island in Greece. In the 'Knives Out' sequel, viewers got a glimpse into Blanc’s personal life and surprisingly, we got to see Hugh Grant playing the detective’s husband named Philip. Speaking about his cameo appearance in the film, Grant said, "It is true, I’m married to James Bond." The Hollywood star added, "It’s the tiniest little moment. I don’t really know why they wanted to do it but anyway, I thought Knives Out 1 was brilliant, and so yeah, I thought why not? I turn up for a few hours." Here, Grant is referring to Craig's iconic character, the British secret service agent, James Bond. Fans have expressed a desire for a prequel focusing on Blanc’s beginnings, but filmmaker Johnson has battled hard to keep his movies self-contained and has chosen to instead become inventive in presenting snippets of the detective’s private life. Also read: Japanese research reveals what triggers our brain to indulge in binge-eating "I’ve tried hard to make them self-contained. Honestly, I’m pissed off that we have A Knives Out Mystery in the title," Johnson told The Atlantic in an interview. "I want it to just be called Glass Onion." He continued, "I get it, and I want everyone who liked the first movie to know this is next in the series, but also, the whole appeal to me is it’s a new novel off the shelf every time. But there’s a gravity of a thousand suns toward serialized storytelling." 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' serves as a follow-up to the 2019 movie 'Knives Out'. Daniel Craig returns as the great investigator Benoit Blanc in the film as he takes on a new case involving tech tycoon Miles Bron, which is played by Edward Norton and Bron’s closest friends. The ensemble cast also includes Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson, and Dave Bautista. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Hugh Grant on his confusing 'Glass Onion' cameo: 'Don’t know why they wanted to do it'

Filmmaker Rian Johnson, who’s tasted success recently with his murder mystery ‘Knives Out’ sequel is not very happy with the film’s title. His sequel film is titled ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’.&nbsp;

During an interview, Rian Johnson revealed that he tried to make both ‘Knives Out’ and ‘Glass Onion’ as complete stories that can exist on their own. The current Netflix film pits Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, the world’s greatest detective who has an impeccable track record of solving mysteries. Daniel is the only returning cast member for the sequel.&nbsp;

Rian said, “I’ve tried hard to make them self-contained. Honestly, I’m pissed off that we have A Knives Out Mystery in the title. You know? I want it to just be called Glass Onion.”

“I get it, and I want everyone who liked the first movie to know this is next in the series, but also, the whole appeal to me is it’s a new novel off the shelf every time. But there’s a gravity of a thousand suns toward serialised storytelling,” he added.&nbsp;

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Glass Onion’s cast also includes Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista.

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Filmmaker Rian Johnson, who’s tasted success recently with his murder mystery ‘Knives Out’ sequel is not very happy with the film’s title. His sequel film is titled ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’.

Filmmaker Rian Johnson, who’s tasted success recently with his murder mystery ‘Knives Out’ sequel is not very happy with the film’s title. His sequel film is titled ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’. During an interview, Rian Johnson revealed that he tried to make both ‘Knives Out’ and ‘Glass Onion’ as complete stories that can exist on their own. The current Netflix film pits Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc, the world’s greatest detective who has an impeccable track record of solving mysteries. Daniel is the only returning cast member for the sequel. Rian said, “I’ve tried hard to make them self-contained. Honestly, I’m pissed off that we have A Knives Out Mystery in the title. You know? I want it to just be called Glass Onion.” “I get it, and I want everyone who liked the first movie to know this is next in the series, but also, the whole appeal to me is it’s a new novel off the shelf every time. But there’s a gravity of a thousand suns toward serialised storytelling,” he added. Glass Onion’s cast also includes Edward Norton, Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson and Dave Bautista.

'Knives Out' sequel's director is unhappy with the film's title

Another murder mystery. Another mission for Daniel Craig's private detective Benoit Blanc. And another star-studded cast. The first trailer for 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' is finally here. Rian Johnson's sequel to his own 2019 murder mystery film 'Knives Out', 'Glass Onion' shares only Craig's character. The rest of the cast is new. The original was a gripping, satisfying Agatha Christie-style whodunit that surprised&nbsp;with its script, twists, and ending. Blanc, with Craig doing a hilariously over-the-top Southern accent, was charged with a murder of a wealthy mystery novelist.&nbsp;

'Knives Out' was both a&nbsp;compelling mystery story and at the same time had loads of humour rarely seen in such stories'. It was a humongous critical and commercial success, and Netflix paid an unheard of $469 million dollars for the film and another sequel. Expectations from the sequel are thus high.

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Set on a private island in Greece, a sojourn oragnised by the owner, a tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton) the film has a character being killed. And each and every single character&nbsp;is a suspect before the keen eyes of Blanc. We see a new murder mystery unfolding before our eyes. We do not learn anything particular about the plot, but if I knew my Agatha Christie, every single one of them will have a reason to murder the victim.

'Glass Onion', or at least its setup, appears to be inspired by Christie's iconic novel 'And Then There Were None' in which there are similarly 10 suspects. But in 'Glass Onion' they likely will not die one by one. The title came from a Beatles song of the same name and reportedly means something that is multilayered and yet transparent.&nbsp;

We cannot wait.

Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson, and Dave Bautista also star.

'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' releases on December 23 on Netflix.

Another murder mystery. Another mission for Daniel Craig's private detective Benoit Blanc. And another star-studded cast. The first trailer for 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' is finally here.

Another murder mystery. Another mission for Daniel Craig's private detective Benoit Blanc. And another star-studded cast. The first trailer for 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' is finally here. Rian Johnson's sequel to his own 2019 murder mystery film 'Knives Out', 'Glass Onion' shares only Craig's character. The rest of the cast is new. The original was a gripping, satisfying Agatha Christie-style whodunit that surprised with its script, twists, and ending. Blanc, with Craig doing a hilariously over-the-top Southern accent, was charged with a murder of a wealthy mystery novelist. 'Knives Out' was both a compelling mystery story and at the same time had loads of humour rarely seen in such stories'. It was a humongous critical and commercial success, and Netflix paid an unheard of $469 million dollars for the film and another sequel. Expectations from the sequel are thus high. Set on a private island in Greece, a sojourn oragnised by the owner, a tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton) the film has a character being killed. And each and every single character is a suspect before the keen eyes of Blanc. We see a new murder mystery unfolding before our eyes. We do not learn anything particular about the plot, but if I knew my Agatha Christie, every single one of them will have a reason to murder the victim. 'Glass Onion', or at least its setup, appears to be inspired by Christie's iconic novel 'And Then There Were None' in which there are similarly 10 suspects. But in 'Glass Onion' they likely will not die one by one. The title came from a Beatles song of the same name and reportedly means something that is multilayered and yet transparent. We cannot wait. Janelle Monáe, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr., Jessica Henwick, Madelyn Cline, Kate Hudson, and Dave Bautista also star. 'Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery' releases on December 23 on Netflix.

'Glass Onion' trailer: Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc is back to solve another mystery in 'Knives Out' sequel

Post her breakout role in Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’, actress Madelyn Cline has been cast in Daniel Craig’s murder mystery ‘Knives Out 2’.&nbsp;

Some other recent casting includes Dave Bautista, Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr, Kate Hudson and Edward Norton.

Knives Out sequel will have Rian Johnson as writer and director again and will also produce with his partner Ram Bergman. Daniel Craig will reprise the role of detective Benoit Blanc.

Plot details have been kept under wraps.&nbsp;

Production is set to start this summer in Greece.

Post her breakout role in Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’, actress Madelyn Cline has been cast in Daniel Craig’s murder mystery ‘Knives Out 2’. Some other recent casting includes Dave Bautista, Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr, Kate Hudson and Edward Norton.

Post her breakout role in Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks’, actress Madelyn Cline has been cast in Daniel Craig’s murder mystery ‘Knives Out 2’. Some other recent casting includes Dave Bautista, Janelle Monae, Kathryn Hahn, Leslie Odom Jr, Kate Hudson and Edward Norton. Knives Out sequel will have Rian Johnson as writer and director again and will also produce with his partner Ram Bergman. Daniel Craig will reprise the role of detective Benoit Blanc. Plot details have been kept under wraps. Production is set to start this summer in Greece.

Knives Out 2: Madelyn Cline joins Daniel Craig starrer

After earning an Oscar nomination for his role in acclaimed film ‘One Night in Miami’, actor Leslie Odom Jr. will next be seen in ensemble cast of ‘Knives Out’ sequel.&nbsp;

Rian Johnson’s ‘Knives Out 2’ has a long list of star-studded cast. Johnson wrote the script, will direct, and is also producing with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner.

Leslie Odom Jr. will join fellow franchise newcomers Kathryn Hahn, Janelle Monáe, Dave Bautista and Edward Norton, as well as returning star <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-from-007-to-private-detective-daniel-craig-signs-up-for-more-knives-out-375735">Daniel Craig.</a>

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‘Knives Out 2’ will be shot this summer in Greece and will see the return of Daniel Craig’s detective Benoit Blanc.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Knives Out was released via Lionsgate in 2019, taking in $311.4 million at the box office on a $40 million budget. Johnson had earned a 2020 Oscar nomination for the Knives Out screenplay.&nbsp;

After earning an Oscar nomination for his role in acclaimed film ‘One Night in Miami’, actor Leslie Odom Jr. will next be seen in ensemble cast of ‘Knives Out’ sequel.

After earning an Oscar nomination for his role in acclaimed film ‘One Night in Miami’, actor Leslie Odom Jr. will next be seen in ensemble cast of ‘Knives Out’ sequel. Rian Johnson’s ‘Knives Out 2’ has a long list of star-studded cast. Johnson wrote the script, will direct, and is also producing with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner. Leslie Odom Jr. will join fellow franchise newcomers Kathryn Hahn, Janelle Monáe, Dave Bautista and Edward Norton, as well as returning star Daniel Craig. Knives Out 2: Edward Norton joins Daniel Craig in sequel ‘Knives Out 2’ will be shot this summer in Greece and will see the return of Daniel Craig’s detective Benoit Blanc. Meanwhile, Knives Out was released via Lionsgate in 2019, taking in $311.4 million at the box office on a $40 million budget. Johnson had earned a 2020 Oscar nomination for the Knives Out screenplay.

'Knives Out 2' now gets Leslie Odom Jr. on board

Much like the first part, the casting of 'Knives Out 2' is turning out to be a star-studded one. American singer-actor Janelle Monae is the latest star to have joined the cast of the film which is being helmed by Rian Johnson.&nbsp;

Monae joins actor Daniel Craig in the film, who reprises his role from the 2019 whodunit movie as enigmatic southern detective Benoit Blanc. Apart from Monae and Craig, Edward Norton and Dave Bautista are also set to appear in the new installment, written and directed Johnson.

Johnson is also set to produce with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner. Plot details are being kept under wraps but the follow-up will be another star-studded murder mystery anchored by Craig`s character Blanc.

The original `Knives Out` starred Craig, Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ana de Armas, Christopher Plummer, Michael Shannon, and Toni Collette, among many others.

In March, Netflix bought the rights to `Knives Out 2` and `Knives Out 3` for USD 468 million, after `Knives Out` earned more than USD 300 million at the box office.

The 2019 murder mystery also garnered an Oscar nomination for Johnson`s original screenplay. It is currently unclear whether or not any of the original film`s cast members will join Craig for the new murder mystery, which is planning to start production in Greece this summer.

An eight-time Grammy nominee, Monae burst onto the Hollywood scene with breakthrough performances in 2016`s `Hidden Figures` and the best picture Oscar winner `Moonlight`.

Since then, the 35-year-old star has featured in film and television projects including `Harriet` opposite actor Cynthia Erivo, `Welcome to Marwen`, `The Glorias`, the lead role in the second season of Amazon`s `Homecoming` and last year`s thriller `Antebellum`.

In addition to her work onscreen, Monae is also the CEO of the Wondaland arts society multimedia company, which includes the Wondaland Pictures production banner and Wondaland Records label.&nbsp;

Much like the first part, the casting of 'Knives Out 2' is turning out to be a star-studded one. American singer-actor Janelle Monae is the latest star to have joined the cast of the film which is being helmed by Rian Johnson.

Much like the first part, the casting of 'Knives Out 2' is turning out to be a star-studded one. American singer-actor Janelle Monae is the latest star to have joined the cast of the film which is being helmed by Rian Johnson. Monae joins actor Daniel Craig in the film, who reprises his role from the 2019 whodunit movie as enigmatic southern detective Benoit Blanc. Apart from Monae and Craig, Edward Norton and Dave Bautista are also set to appear in the new installment, written and directed Johnson. Johnson is also set to produce with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner. Plot details are being kept under wraps but the follow-up will be another star-studded murder mystery anchored by Craig`s character Blanc. The original `Knives Out` starred Craig, Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Ana de Armas, Christopher Plummer, Michael Shannon, and Toni Collette, among many others. In March, Netflix bought the rights to `Knives Out 2` and `Knives Out 3` for USD 468 million, after `Knives Out` earned more than USD 300 million at the box office. The 2019 murder mystery also garnered an Oscar nomination for Johnson`s original screenplay. It is currently unclear whether or not any of the original film`s cast members will join Craig for the new murder mystery, which is planning to start production in Greece this summer. An eight-time Grammy nominee, Monae burst onto the Hollywood scene with breakthrough performances in 2016`s `Hidden Figures` and the best picture Oscar winner `Moonlight`. Since then, the 35-year-old star has featured in film and television projects including `Harriet` opposite actor Cynthia Erivo, `Welcome to Marwen`, `The Glorias`, the lead role in the second season of Amazon`s `Homecoming` and last year`s thriller `Antebellum`. In addition to her work onscreen, Monae is also the CEO of the Wondaland arts society multimedia company, which includes the Wondaland Pictures production banner and Wondaland Records label.

Janelle Monae joins the star cast of 'Knives Out' sequel

‘Knives Out’ sequel now has an addition as Edward Norton joins the starcast. Yesterday, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-dave-bautista-joins-‘knives-out’-sequel-384321">Dave Bautista </a>was announced to have been roped in for the film.&nbsp;

The murder mystery is led by Daniel Craig in his role of super sleuth Benoit Blanc.

Rian Johnson will direct the film and will produce with his partner Ram Bergman.

Plot details for the sequel are unknown at this time, other then Craig’s Blanc returning to solve another mystery revolving around a large cast of suspects. It is also unknown who Norton will be playing in the pic.&nbsp;

Production is set to start this summer in Greece.

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‘Knives Out’ sequel now has an addition as Edward Norton joins the starcast. Yesterday, Dave Bautista was announced to have been roped in for the film. The murder mystery is led by Daniel Craig in his role of super sleuth Benoit Blanc.

‘Knives Out’ sequel now has an addition as Edward Norton joins the starcast. Yesterday, Dave Bautista was announced to have been roped in for the film. The murder mystery is led by Daniel Craig in his role of super sleuth Benoit Blanc. Rian Johnson will direct the film and will produce with his partner Ram Bergman. Plot details for the sequel are unknown at this time, other then Craig’s Blanc returning to solve another mystery revolving around a large cast of suspects. It is also unknown who Norton will be playing in the pic. Production is set to start this summer in Greece. Watch: Apple TV+ reveals Stephen King's limited series ‘Lisey’s Story’

Knives Out 2: Edward Norton joins Daniel Craig in sequel

Hollywood star Dave Bautista has been roped in for Daniel Craig starrer ‘Knives Out’ sequel.&nbsp;

Plot details of the sequel to the hit film have been kept under wraps. The sequel will have Daniel Craig return in the whodunit crime thriller. &nbsp;

The film will be helmed by Rian Johnson. He will also produce with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner. The movie is set to start shooting this summer in Greece.&nbsp;

‘Knives Out’ was released via Lionsgate in 2019, garnering an Oscar nomination and $311.4 million at the box office on a $40 million budget.&nbsp;

Hollywood star Dave Bautista has been roped in for Daniel Craig starrer ‘Knives Out’ sequel. Plot details of the sequel to the hit film have been kept under wraps.

Hollywood star Dave Bautista has been roped in for Daniel Craig starrer ‘Knives Out’ sequel. Plot details of the sequel to the hit film have been kept under wraps. The sequel will have Daniel Craig return in the whodunit crime thriller. The film will be helmed by Rian Johnson. He will also produce with Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner. The movie is set to start shooting this summer in Greece. ‘Knives Out’ was released via Lionsgate in 2019, garnering an Oscar nomination and $311.4 million at the box office on a $40 million budget.

Dave Bautista joins ‘Knives Out’ sequel

Looks like Daniel Craig has a new movie franchise after ending his role as James Bond. 
 
Craig is to star in two sequels to the 2019 'Knives Out' crime caper that will stream on Netflix in a multi-million dollar deal. 
 
Netflix on Thursday said it had bought the rights to two follow up films that will reunite Craig with director Rian Johnson. 
 
Variety and Deadline Hollywood said Netflix had paid between $400 million and $450 million for the rights to the two sequels, which would make it one of the biggest movie streaming deals ever. 
 
Netflix declined to comment on financial details of the deal but said some reports were inaccurate. 
 
'Knives Out,' an Agatha Christie-style murder mystery, starred Craig as debonair private detective Benoit Blanc along with a star cast including Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Evans, Don Johnson, Ana de Armas and Christopher Plummer. 
 
The Lionsgate film had a modest $40 million budget and went on to make $311 million at the global box office. 
 
Craig, 53, will make the last of five outings as British secret agent Bond in 'No Time To Die', which is scheduled to arrive in movie theaters in October. 
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Looks like Daniel Craig has a new movie franchise after ending his role as James Bond. Craig is to star in two sequels to the 2019 'Knives Out' crime caper that will stream on Netflix in a multi-million dollar deal.

Looks like Daniel Craig has a new movie franchise after ending his role as James Bond. Craig is to star in two sequels to the 2019 'Knives Out' crime caper that will stream on Netflix in a multi-million dollar deal. Netflix on Thursday said it had bought the rights to two follow up films that will reunite Craig with director Rian Johnson. Variety and Deadline Hollywood said Netflix had paid between $400 million and $450 million for the rights to the two sequels, which would make it one of the biggest movie streaming deals ever. Netflix declined to comment on financial details of the deal but said some reports were inaccurate. 'Knives Out,' an Agatha Christie-style murder mystery, starred Craig as debonair private detective Benoit Blanc along with a star cast including Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Evans, Don Johnson, Ana de Armas and Christopher Plummer. The Lionsgate film had a modest $40 million budget and went on to make $311 million at the global box office. Craig, 53, will make the last of five outings as British secret agent Bond in 'No Time To Die', which is scheduled to arrive in movie theaters in October.

From 007 to private detective, Daniel Craig signs up for more 'Knives Out'

The 'Knives Out' world is expanding. 
 
The 2019 Oscar-nominated movie is getting not one but two sequels, and this time for Netflix. As per reports, the streaming giant has cracked a deal&nbsp;for two follow-ups of the 2019 hit, 'Knives Out 2' and 'Knives Out 3', for &nbsp;$450 million, which is reportedly one of the biggest streamer movie deals in history.

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The immediate sequel will see&nbsp;Rian Johnson again donning the hat of director and writer, with James Bond star Daniel Craig, who to reprise his role as detective Benoit Blanc. The news of a sequel was already circulating in 2020 after Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood-news-knives-out-2-rian-johnsons-massively-successful-murder-mystery-to-get-a-sequel-279229">confirmed</a> the studio is officially moving forward with one. 
 
The mystery film follows the story of a master detective investigating the death of the patriarch of a wealthy, dysfunctional family. The film features an ensemble cast of Christopher Plummer, Daniel Craig, Jamie Lee Curtis, Toni Collette, Don Johnson, Chris Evans and others. 
 
'Knives Out' was a huge hit and grossed over $311.4 million in worldwide ticket sales and also landed Johnson a 2021 Academy Award nomination for best original screenplay.

The 'Knives Out' world is expanding. The 2019 Oscar-nominated movie is getting not one but two sequels, and this time for Netflix. As per reports, the streaming giant has cracked a deal for two follow-ups of the 2019 hit, 'Knives Out 2' and 'Knives Out 3', for $450 million, which is reportedly one of the biggest streamer movie deals in history.

The 'Knives Out' world is expanding. The 2019 Oscar-nominated movie is getting not one but two sequels, and this time for Netflix. As per reports, the streaming giant has cracked a deal for two follow-ups of the 2019 hit, 'Knives Out 2' and 'Knives Out 3', for $450 million, which is reportedly one of the biggest streamer movie deals in history. How ‘Sound of Metal’ star Paul Raci went from day jobs to Oscar nominee The immediate sequel will see Rian Johnson again donning the hat of director and writer, with James Bond star Daniel Craig, who to reprise his role as detective Benoit Blanc. The news of a sequel was already circulating in 2020 after Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer confirmed the studio is officially moving forward with one. The mystery film follows the story of a master detective investigating the death of the patriarch of a wealthy, dysfunctional family. The film features an ensemble cast of Christopher Plummer, Daniel Craig, Jamie Lee Curtis, Toni Collette, Don Johnson, Chris Evans and others. 'Knives Out' was a huge hit and grossed over $311.4 million in worldwide ticket sales and also landed Johnson a 2021 Academy Award nomination for best original screenplay.

Netflix buys 'Knives Out' sequels for this huge amount, Daniel Craig to return

Hit murder mystery 'Knives Out'&nbsp;is set to become a whodunit movie franchise, with Daniel Craig's Southern gentleman sleuth tackling a brand-new set of suspects, its creator told AFP.

The 2019 movie was a massive success for writer-director Rian Johnson, previously best known for the divisive blockbuster 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.'

An Agatha Christie homage about a family patriarch murdered in his sprawling mansion, "Knives Out" on Tuesday passed $300 million at the global box office, despite a budget of just $40 million.

"It's always been in my head that if this one does alright, then it'd be really fun to do more of these," said Johnson.

The film was nominated for the best original screenplay Oscar -- losing out to history-making 'Parasite'&nbsp;-- and last week studio Lionsgate confirmed a sequel.

"It's really more like another case, another set of suspects, another type of mystery, but with Daniel's Benoit Blanc character there to solve it," said Johnson.

He has begun writing the second film, with plot details under wraps -- "I'm just starting to fish around... There will be a murder, I can say that!"

But there will be "a whole new cast and whole new location and everything."

The first film boasted an impressive ensemble cast including 'Captain America'&nbsp;Chris Evans, soon-to-be Bond girl Ana de Armas and veteran actress Jamie Lee Curtis.

"That's the other fun thing about thinking about the next one... what other actors could we rope into this?" said Johnson.&nbsp;

- 'Wood-paneled rooms' - 
Johnson first came up with the notion of 'Knives Out'&nbsp;a decade ago.

Having dedicated four years to making 2017's space epic 'The Last Jedi'&nbsp;for Disney, Johnson was itching to quickly switch to something galaxies away from that "big filmmaking world."&nbsp;

"I had a great time working on 'Star Wars'... I genuinely enjoyed that aspect of it," said Johnson.

But the idea of a film "we could make quickly, and just have some fun with actors talking in wood-paneled rooms -- you can see how that would be appealing," he added.

Johnson remains linked to a brand new 'Star Wars'&nbsp;trilogy, announced in 2017 but plagued by rumors it had been canceled after the experimental 'Last Jedi'&nbsp;enraged die-hard fans.

"I still have a great relationship with Lucasfilm, and nothing's been announced," said Johnson.

- 'Foghorn Leghorn' - 
Beyond the traditional detective formula, 'Knives Out'&nbsp;earned praise for its comedic aspects, including its satirical look at the wealthy family's prejudices.

And, of course, there was British 007 actor Craig's drawling "deep South" accent, based on the late American Civil War historian Shelby Foote.

"It ended up being kind of Shelby Foote by way of Foghorn Leghorn," joked Johnson.

"He would go, 'Was that too much?' And I'd say, 'No keep going!'"

The accent drew scorn from some viewers, but Johnson insists Craig's deliberately "humane and clownish" accent was "never just like a joke."

"It takes a really, really good actor to go big and stay real."

Although Craig is the only actor resuming his role, social and class themes from 'Knives Out'&nbsp;are likely to return.

The genre provides the perfect chance to tackle social issues without appearing to lecture or preach, said Johnson.

"In a whodunit, you have this little microcosm of society with your group of suspects," he said.

Just as Christie used the genre to turn "the lens on contemporary British society of her time," the franchise offers "a great opportunity to me to set it modern-day in America and turn the lens on ourselves a little bit," he added.

Knives Out&nbsp;is released on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD by Lionsgate on February 25.

Hit murder mystery 'Knives Out' is set to become a whodunit movie franchise, with Daniel Craig's Southern gentleman sleuth tackling a brand-new set of suspects, its creator told AFP.

Hit murder mystery 'Knives Out' is set to become a whodunit movie franchise, with Daniel Craig's Southern gentleman sleuth tackling a brand-new set of suspects, its creator told AFP. The 2019 movie was a massive success for writer-director Rian Johnson, previously best known for the divisive blockbuster 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi.' An Agatha Christie homage about a family patriarch murdered in his sprawling mansion, "Knives Out" on Tuesday passed $300 million at the global box office, despite a budget of just $40 million. "It's always been in my head that if this one does alright, then it'd be really fun to do more of these," said Johnson. The film was nominated for the best original screenplay Oscar -- losing out to history-making 'Parasite' -- and last week studio Lionsgate confirmed a sequel. "It's really more like another case, another set of suspects, another type of mystery, but with Daniel's Benoit Blanc character there to solve it," said Johnson. He has begun writing the second film, with plot details under wraps -- "I'm just starting to fish around... There will be a murder, I can say that!" But there will be "a whole new cast and whole new location and everything." The first film boasted an impressive ensemble cast including 'Captain America' Chris Evans, soon-to-be Bond girl Ana de Armas and veteran actress Jamie Lee Curtis. "That's the other fun thing about thinking about the next one... what other actors could we rope into this?" said Johnson. - 'Wood-paneled rooms' - Johnson first came up with the notion of 'Knives Out' a decade ago. Having dedicated four years to making 2017's space epic 'The Last Jedi' for Disney, Johnson was itching to quickly switch to something galaxies away from that "big filmmaking world." "I had a great time working on 'Star Wars'... I genuinely enjoyed that aspect of it," said Johnson. But the idea of a film "we could make quickly, and just have some fun with actors talking in wood-paneled rooms -- you can see how that would be appealing," he added. Johnson remains linked to a brand new 'Star Wars' trilogy, announced in 2017 but plagued by rumors it had been canceled after the experimental 'Last Jedi' enraged die-hard fans. "I still have a great relationship with Lucasfilm, and nothing's been announced," said Johnson. - 'Foghorn Leghorn' - Beyond the traditional detective formula, 'Knives Out' earned praise for its comedic aspects, including its satirical look at the wealthy family's prejudices. And, of course, there was British 007 actor Craig's drawling "deep South" accent, based on the late American Civil War historian Shelby Foote. "It ended up being kind of Shelby Foote by way of Foghorn Leghorn," joked Johnson. "He would go, 'Was that too much?' And I'd say, 'No keep going!'" The accent drew scorn from some viewers, but Johnson insists Craig's deliberately "humane and clownish" accent was "never just like a joke." "It takes a really, really good actor to go big and stay real." Although Craig is the only actor resuming his role, social and class themes from 'Knives Out' are likely to return. The genre provides the perfect chance to tackle social issues without appearing to lecture or preach, said Johnson. "In a whodunit, you have this little microcosm of society with your group of suspects," he said. Just as Christie used the genre to turn "the lens on contemporary British society of her time," the franchise offers "a great opportunity to me to set it modern-day in America and turn the lens on ourselves a little bit," he added. Knives Out is released on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD by Lionsgate on February 25.

'Knives Out' director plots whodunit franchise after 'Star Wars'

For all those who love watching Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery ‘Knives Out’ that ultimately became a massive hit, there’s good news. After hitting the right note with the audience, the filmmaker is now considering a sequel to the hit film.&nbsp;

At pre-Golden Globes party this last weekend, The Hollywood Reporter spoke to Rian Johnson on his thoughts on the sequel and the filmmaker was too quick to indulge us in the news of part 2 to the hit film ‘Knives Out’. The movie had ‘James Bond’ actor Daniel Craig playing a detective with a Southern accent, Benoit Blanc. When asked for a part 2, Rian said he is already developing another case for Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc.&nbsp;

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The studio that bankrolled the film is yet to confirm though. Meanwhile, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chairman Joe Drake told The Hollywood Reporter that he is looking forward to reading the script. This could possibly hint at the film’s scripting being incomplete at the moment.&nbsp;

Rian Johnson’s producing partner Ram Bergman also said, “Daniel (Craig) had so much fun doing it, and he wants to do more.” The Bond actor was even nominated for his role in the film in the best actor in a comedy/musical category. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/2020-golden-globes-awards-the-complete-list-of-winners-272377">Check out the complete list of Golden Globes winners here.</a>&nbsp;Also see:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/golden-globes-2020-brad-pitt-jennifer-aniston-priyanka-chopra-serve-some-major-red-carpet-looks-272400#ricky-gervais-272369">&nbsp;red carpet looks from the Golden Globes 2020.</a>

‘Knives Out’ grossed almost $250 million at the global box office with the film still in theaters.&nbsp;

For all those who love watching Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery ‘Knives Out’ that ultimately became a massive hit, there’s good news. After hitting the right note with the audience, the filmmaker is now considering a sequel to the hit film.

For all those who love watching Rian Johnson’s murder-mystery ‘Knives Out’ that ultimately became a massive hit, there’s good news. After hitting the right note with the audience, the filmmaker is now considering a sequel to the hit film. At pre-Golden Globes party this last weekend, The Hollywood Reporter spoke to Rian Johnson on his thoughts on the sequel and the filmmaker was too quick to indulge us in the news of part 2 to the hit film ‘Knives Out’. The movie had ‘James Bond’ actor Daniel Craig playing a detective with a Southern accent, Benoit Blanc. When asked for a part 2, Rian said he is already developing another case for Daniel Craig’s Benoit Blanc. Ok I’m going to be very honest right now - I’ve had that thought — Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) December 30, 2019 × The studio that bankrolled the film is yet to confirm though. Meanwhile, Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chairman Joe Drake told The Hollywood Reporter that he is looking forward to reading the script. This could possibly hint at the film’s scripting being incomplete at the moment. Rian Johnson’s producing partner Ram Bergman also said, “Daniel (Craig) had so much fun doing it, and he wants to do more.” The Bond actor was even nominated for his role in the film in the best actor in a comedy/musical category. Check out the complete list of Golden Globes winners here. Also see: red carpet looks from the Golden Globes 2020. ‘Knives Out’ grossed almost $250 million at the global box office with the film still in theaters.

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