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Knives Out

When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's disfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death. Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy, Crime, Drama), release year 2019, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

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Story of Knives Out

When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer) is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's disfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death.

Use this page to compare cast context, genre fit (Comedy, Crime, Drama), release year 2019, and whether this film matches tonight's mood.

Title facts

  • Type Movie
  • Release year 2019
  • Released 27 Nov 2019
  • Runtime 130 minutes
  • Content rating PG-13
  • IMDb rating IMDb 7.9/10 from 875,016 votes
  • Metascore 82/100
  • Genres Comedy, Crime, Drama
  • Languages English
  • Countries United States

Cast

Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas

Direction and writing

Directed by: Rian Johnson

Written by: Rian Johnson

Awards and recognition

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 52 wins & 114 nominations total

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