Summary:
- Josh Brolin joins the “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” cast, alongside Daniel Craig.
- Filming begins in the UK this June, featuring a star-studded ensemble cast including Josh O’Connor.
- The sequel follows detective Benoit Blanc unraveling another murder mystery among intriguing suspects, directed by Rian Johnson.
The upcoming “Knives Out” sequel, titled “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery,” has scored another big name! Josh Brolin is officially joining the already impressive cast, alongside Daniel Craig who reprises his role as detective Benoit Blanc.
Filming for the Netflix movie kicks off in the UK this June. The cast list is growing rapidly, with names like Josh O’Connor, Cailee Spaeny, Andrew Scott, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, Jeremy Renner, and Mila Kunis already on board.
Plot details and specific characters remain a closely guarded secret. However, fans can expect the film to follow the established “Knives Out” formula: a quirky Southern detective (Blanc) unraveling a murder mystery amidst a group of intriguing suspects.
Writer and director Rian Johnson returns for “Wake Up Dead Man,” along with his producing partner Ram Bergman under their T-Street banner.
Josh Brolin is no stranger to big franchises. He’s best known for his role as the villainous Thanos in the blockbuster “Avengers” movies. His resume also includes “Deadpool 2,” “Dune,” and the gritty crime thrillers “Sicario.” Currently, he stars in the sci-fi Western series “Outer Range” and is filming for the upcoming horror movie “Weapons.” Brolin is also a soon-to-be published author with his memoir “From Under the Truck” releasing in November.
With Brolin’s addition, the anticipation for “Wake Up Dead Man” reaches new heights. The film promises another entertaining murder mystery with a stellar cast and the creative vision of Rian Johnson.
