Wake Up Dead Man at TIFF: Rian Johnson’s Best Whodunnit Since Knives Out
Rian Johnson’s Knives Out franchise has roared back to life with its latest installment, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, which premiered at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival to enthusiastic reviews and strong audience reactions.
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The new film marks the third entry in Johnson’s acclaimed whodunnit series, following the success of Knives Out (2019) and Glass Onion (2022). While Glass Onion was seen by many as a glitzy but uneven follow-up, critics are calling Wake Up Dead Man a “rip-roaring return to form.”
The film continues the adventures of Benoit Blanc, once again played by Daniel Craig, with another star-studded ensemble cast. Early reactions highlight Johnson’s blend of sharp writing, self-awareness, and old-school mystery thrills reminiscent of 70s and 80s murder mysteries.
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