The tension is palpable in the first teaser for Netflix’s Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The newly released clip reintroduces Daniel Craig as the clever detective Benoit Blanc, who is drawn into a dark and perplexing case involving murder within the holy confines of a church.
The central plot point, revealed in the teaser, is the murder of a Catholic priest (played by Josh Brolin) during Mass. Blanc labels the case “the impossible crime,” hinting at a mystery that will push his skills to their absolute limit. The preview is heavy on atmosphere and suspense, promising a thrilling cinematic experience.
Rian Johnson’s film features another spectacular ensemble, with Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, and Andrew Scott among the stars. The teaser also highlights a new, more formal look for Blanc, who appears with longer hair and a three-piece suit, a stark contrast to his previous, more relaxed attire.
Following a premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, the film is poised for a major holiday release. Wake Up Dead Man will open in select theaters on November 26th and will be available for streaming globally on Netflix starting December 12th.
Netflix Unveils Tense First Teaser for ‘Wake Up Dead Man’
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