Cailee Spaeny Praises Rian Johnson’s Genius as She Joins Star-Studded Cast in Knives Out 3

Knives Out 3 is generating buzz even before its filming has fully picked up steam. Cailee Spaeny, who has been cast in the film, has expressed immense admiration for the writer-director Rian Johnson.

Exclusively featured in the latest subscriber issue of Total Film, which showcases Alien: Romulus on its cover, Spaeny, known for her recent roles in Priscilla and Civil War, elaborates on Johnson’s unique style. She highlights his approach on set, revealing her nervousness about working alongside talents such as Daniel Craig and Glenn Close.

Spaeny describes Johnson as an exceptional filmmaker, emphasizing his blend of intelligence and entertainment. She appreciates his classic directorial style, which she feels is increasingly rare in today’s film industry. Having already begun preparations, she notes the positive morale among the crew. Although she has yet to meet the entire cast, Spaeny admits to feeling both terrified and honored to collaborate with such esteemed actors. She hopes to contribute significantly to the project.

Officially titled Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, this third installment will see Daniel Craig return as the southern-drawling detective Benoit Blanc, tackling another intricate case. While details about the movie’s setting remain scarce, it has been revealed that Blanc will sport a longer hairstyle this time around.

The film’s cast also includes notable names like Jeremy Renner, Mila Kunis, Andrew Scott, Josh O'Connor, Kerry Washington, Daryl McCormack, Thomas Haden Church, and Josh Brolin.

Scheduled for release in 2025, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery promises to be a highly anticipated addition to the series. Although more information about the film will not be available in the new issue of Total Film, which hits shelves and digital platforms on Thursday, July 19, readers can look forward to extensive coverage of other upcoming releases.

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