Knives Out – first released back in 2019 – was a surprise hit, with director and creator Rian Johnson now just released a sequel Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. The whodunit narrative of the films, mixed with great performances from A-list ensemble casts has all helped to capture the public’s attention.
Knives Out 3: Everything we know Till now
With the news of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, some have been left wondering about a third film. It’s fair to say that author Rian Johnson has now stated on social media that he already has three movies in mind for the trilogy. However, there’s no release date in sight right now.
What was the last part all about
The first Knives Out, which was released in 2019, followed seven characters. The film began in flashback with the story of a troubled writer named Harlan Thrombey– who was featured in seven separate flashbacks – as he attempted to tell a series of stories over his final days on Earth. The flashbacks were of a murder mystery writer asking seven friends, who he knows hate each other and each other’s stories, to read his last, unfinished manuscript and tell him which is the best as he dies. Each story in itself is a mystery that the soon-to-be victim attempts to solve.
The cast and the crew members
- Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc
- Chris Evans as Hugh Ransom Drysdale
- Ana de Armas as Marta Cabrera
- Jamie Lee Curtis as Linda Drysdale
- Michael Shannon as Walt Thrombey
- Don Johnson as Richard Drysdale
- Toni Collette as Joni Thrombey
- Lakeith Stanfield as Detective Lieutenant Elliott
- Katherine Langford as Meg Thrombey
- Jaeden Martell as Jacob Thrombey
- Christopher Plummer as Harlan Thrombey
- Riki Lindhome as Donna Thrombey
- Edi Patterson as Fran
- Frank Oz as Alan Stevens
- K Callan as Wanetta
- Noah Segan as Trooper Wagner
- M. Emmet Walsh as Mr. Proofroc
- Marlene Forte as Mrs. Cabrera
- Shyrley Rodriguez as Alice Cabrera
- Kerry Frances as Sally
- Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Detective Hardrock
What is the plot of the movie?
In the sequel, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, Detective Benoit Blanc is back. When a revenge novel penned by a famous author with plenty of enemies ends up being killed off in the story itself, it looks like the real-life author was just the latest victim in a series of copycat murders. But when those closest to him get shut out from the investigation and his death is ruled a suicide, it’s clear there’s more going on than meets the eye.
Plot synopsis in brief
Detective Benoit Blanc is back. When a revenge novel penned by a famous author with plenty of enemies ends up being killed off in the story itself, it looks like the real-life author was just the latest victim in a series of copycat murders. Blanc’s investigation takes him on the trail of seven people within the book’s cast. But as he tries to solve the mystery surrounding Harlan Thrombey’s death, he discovers that each character has a secret that could threaten their lives.
Why you should watch this show
The story is well-told and the characters are relatable. With a twist at every turn, the audience will be kept guessing if this is a copycat killing or if there’s more to it than meets the eye. The premise of a murder mystery novel killed off in the opening scene is gripping and clever. The movie is skillfully directed by Rian Johnson and features some stellar acting across the board.
