Wake Up Dead Man: Everything to Know About the Next Benoit Blanc Mystery
Wake Up Dead Man brings Benoit Blanc back for his toughest case. The film lands in theaters this November. Netflix release follows in December. Discover the cast, plot, and what makes this chapter unique.
The third chapter in the acclaimed whodunit series is on the horizon, and anticipation is at an all-time high. Wake Up Dead Man, the latest installment, promises to push detective Benoit Blanc into uncharted territory. Daniel Craig returns to the role that has redefined his career, but this time, the stakes are higher and the mystery is more tangled than ever before.
Set against the backdrop of upstate New York, the story introduces a new ensemble of characters, each with their own secrets and motives. At the heart of the plot is Jud Duplenticy, a former boxer who has found a new calling as a priest. When his intimidating boss, Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, is murdered, all eyes turn to Jud. He was the only person on stage with the victim at the time of the crime, making him the prime suspect. Determined to clear his name, Jud teams up with Blanc, setting the stage for a complex investigation filled with twists and turns.
The cast is nothing short of stellar. Alongside Craig, viewers will see Josh O'Connor as Jud, with Josh Brolin taking on the role of the ill-fated Monsignor. The film also features Mila Kunis, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, and Glenn Close, each bringing depth and intrigue to the story. Early buzz from critics suggests that this entry is the most ambitious and emotionally resonant yet, with many calling it a standout in the series.
Director Rian Johnson has taken bold creative risks this time around. Notably, Daniel Craig's character doesn't appear until nearly forty minutes into the film, a decision that adds suspense and keeps audiences guessing. The blend of dark humor and classic murder mystery elements remains, but there's a new layer of introspection that sets this film apart from its predecessors. The narrative explores not just the mechanics of the crime, but also the personal stakes for everyone involved.
Fans won't have to wait long to see how it all unfolds. Wake Up Dead Man will premiere in select theaters for a limited two-week run starting November 26, before making its global debut on Netflix on December 12. With talk of future sequels already in the air, it's clear that Benoit Blanc's adventures are far from over. This latest case promises to challenge him—and viewers—in ways never seen before.
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