Fans are buzzing about more than just the mystery in the first teaser for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery. The new clip not only sets up a thrilling new case for Benoit Blanc but also reveals a significant change in the detective’s appearance, as Daniel Craig is seen with a much longer hairstyle.
This fresh look accompanies what Blanc calls “the impossible crime”—the murder of a Catholic priest (Josh Brolin) in the middle of Mass. The teaser hints at a dark and complex story, where Blanc’s new, more thoughtful appearance may reflect the deep contemplation needed to solve such a case.
The film’s all-star cast includes Glenn Close, Kerry Washington, Mila Kunis, and Jeremy Renner, all of whom are suspects in this audacious murder. The combination of a new look for Blanc and a high-stakes plot has generated immense excitement for the third film in Rian Johnson’s series.
Following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Wake Up Dead Man is scheduled for a late-year release. It will have a limited theatrical run starting November 26th and will be available to stream on Netflix from December 12th.