Glenn Close, the legendary Hollywood icon, has joined the star-studded cast of ‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,’ directed by Rian Johnson. Close, known for her incredible versatility and decades-long career, will be starring alongside Daniel Craig in the third installment of the ‘Knives Out’ series.
The highly anticipated Netflix feature is set to begin production in the UK in early June and has been rapidly assembling its cast with recent signings including Josh O’Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Andrew Scott, and Kerry Washington.
While plot specifics and character details are being kept under wraps, the film is expected to follow the intricate, twist-laden path of its predecessors. Daniel Craig will reprise his role as the eccentric detective Benoit Blanc, navigating a labyrinthine murder mystery surrounded by colorful and potentially duplicitous characters.
Rian Johnson, who has written and will direct the film, is also producing alongside Ram Bergman through their T-Street production company. The first ‘Knives Out’ film was a global hit, grossing over USD 310 million, and the follow-up, ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,’ was released on Netflix in 2022.
Glenn Close, an eight-time Oscar nominee and three-time Tony winner, brings her formidable talent to the franchise. With several projects currently in post-production, including ‘The Deliverance’ and ‘Back in Action,’ Close continues to showcase her exceptional acting skills. Fans can look forward to seeing her in action in the upcoming ‘Knives Out 3’ alongside Daniel Craig and the rest of the stellar cast.