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Wake Up Dead Man Scores Strong Early Reviews in Limited Release, Hits Netflix on Dec. 12

Johnson spotlights Meryl Streep as a desired collaborator, pointing to a 1970s‑style sci‑fi set to shoot in 2026.

Overview

  • The third Benoit Blanc film opened in select theaters on November 26 ahead of a global Netflix debut on December 12.
  • Early reception is highly positive, with critics citing the film’s darker, faith‑focused turn and strong ensemble performances.
  • The limited rollout has produced modest box office, with receipts reported at just over $4 million so far.
  • Rian Johnson says some cinemas can keep playing the movie after it begins streaming, leaving run length up to theaters.
  • Johnson named Meryl Streep as a dream addition for a potential future installment and confirmed he is developing a ’70s‑style paranoid sci‑fi aiming to shoot in 2026, while a fourth Knives Out has not been greenlit.