AceShowbiz - The iconic whodunnit movie series, "Knives Out", is returning with its third installment, "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery". Filmmaker Rian Johnson recently confirmed on social media that the film has wrapped up its principal photography. Cameras started rolling on the latest Benoit Blanc adventure on June 10th, and after two months of what Johnson described as "a really special shoot," it's now headed into post-production.

The franchise, which began in 2019 with the critically acclaimed first movie and was followed by "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery", continues to captivate audiences with its intriguing murder mysteries. Johnson shared a behind-the-scenes photo from the set, featuring a sign in a graveyard urging passersby to "please be mindful of the graves." This cryptic image hints at a darker, perhaps more somber tone for the latest entry.

Daniel Craig returns as the charismatic detective Benoit Blanc, joined by an impressive new ensemble cast. The fresh faces include Josh Brolin, Mila Kunis, Thomas Haden Church, Jeremy Renner, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, Josh O'Connor, Cailee Spaeny and Andrew Scott. This lineup promises to bring unique chemistry and dynamic performances to the film.

Johnson expressed his excitement about the malleability of the whodunnit genre, emphasizing the range from authors like Carr to Christie. "One of the things I love most is how malleable the genre is," Johnson stated. He also hinted that this film would explore new tonal and thematic territories, while maintaining the beloved murder mystery element.

The success story of the previous two films likely sets high expectations for the third. The original "Knives Out" grossed $311.4 million worldwide, against a production budget of $40 million, while "Glass Onion" continued this trend of critical and commercial success. Netflix secured two sequels early on, ensuring the franchise's continuation and confirming the streaming giant’s commitment to quality storytelling.

As of now, the film has yet to set an official release date. However, the buzz around the wrapped filming and the cryptic details provided offer enough intrigue to keep audiences eager. Whether this new direction paves the way for further sequels or concludes Benoit Blanc's story remains to be seen.