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    Knives Out

    • 20192019
    • PG-13PG-13
    • 2h 10min
    IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    499K
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    Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, Christopher Plummer, Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Michael Shannon, Ana de Armas, LaKeith Stanfield, Jaeden Martell, and Katherine Langford in Knives Out (2019)
    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 dysfunctional 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.
    Trailer1:11
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    ComedyCrimeDrama

    A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.

    • Director
      • Rian Johnson
    • Writer
      • Rian Johnson
    • Stars
      • Daniel Craig
      • Chris Evans
      • Ana de Armas
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Rian Johnson
    • Writer
      • Rian Johnson
    • Stars
      • Daniel Craig
      • Chris Evans
      • Ana de Armas
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    • 2.6KUser reviews
    • 474Critic reviews
    • 82Metascore
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    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 47 wins & 110 nominations total

    Videos47

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    What to Watch: Halloween for All Tastes on Prime Video
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    What Roles Has Chris Evans Been Considered For?
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    What Roles Has Chris Evans Been Considered For?
    Rian Johnson: Crafting the Perfect Plot Twist
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    'Knives Out' Cast Have 'Deep Love' for Their Co-Stars
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    'Knives Out' Cast Have 'Deep Love' for Their Co-Stars
    How Director Rian Johnson Collaborated With His 'Knives Out' Cast
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    How Director Rian Johnson Collaborated With His 'Knives Out' Cast

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    Daniel Craig in Knives Out (2019)
    Toni Collette in Knives Out (2019)
    Ana de Armas in Knives Out (2019)
    Daniel Craig and Ana de Armas in Knives Out (2019)
    Chris Evans in Knives Out (2019)
    Daniel Craig in Knives Out (2019)
    Christopher Plummer in Knives Out (2019)
    Rian Johnson and Ana de Armas in Knives Out (2019)
    Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, Michael Shannon, Riki Lindhome, Jaeden Martell, and Katherine Langford in Knives Out (2019)
    Daniel Craig, Noah Segan, and LaKeith Stanfield in Knives Out (2019)
    Jamie Lee Curtis, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, Christopher Plummer, K Callan, Chris Evans, Michael Shannon, Riki Lindhome, Ana de Armas, Jaeden Martell, and Katherine Langford in Knives Out (2019)
    Chris Evans, Rian Johnson, and Ana de Armas in Knives Out (2019)

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    Daniel Craig
    Daniel Craig
    • Benoit Blancas Benoit Blanc
    Chris Evans
    Chris Evans
    • Ransom Drysdaleas Ransom Drysdale
    Ana de Armas
    Ana de Armas
    • Marta Cabreraas Marta Cabrera
    Jamie Lee Curtis
    Jamie Lee Curtis
    • Linda Drysdaleas Linda Drysdale
    Michael Shannon
    Michael Shannon
    • Walt Thrombeyas Walt Thrombey
    Don Johnson
    Don Johnson
    • Richard Drysdaleas Richard Drysdale
    Toni Collette
    Toni Collette
    • Joni Thrombeyas Joni Thrombey
    LaKeith Stanfield
    LaKeith Stanfield
    • Lieutenant Elliottas Lieutenant Elliott
    Christopher Plummer
    Christopher Plummer
    • Harlan Thrombeyas Harlan Thrombey
    Katherine Langford
    Katherine Langford
    • Meg Thrombeyas Meg Thrombey
    Jaeden Martell
    Jaeden Martell
    • Jacob Thrombeyas Jacob Thrombey
    Riki Lindhome
    Riki Lindhome
    • Donna Thrombeyas Donna Thrombey
    Edi Patterson
    Edi Patterson
    • Franas Fran
    Frank Oz
    Frank Oz
    • Alan Stevensas Alan Stevens
    K Callan
    K Callan
    • Greatnana Wanettaas Greatnana Wanetta
    Noah Segan
    Noah Segan
    • Trooper Wagneras Trooper Wagner
    M. Emmet Walsh
    M. Emmet Walsh
    • Mr. Proofrocas Mr. Proofroc
    Marlene Forte
    Marlene Forte
    • Marta's Momas Marta's Mom
    • Director
      • Rian Johnson
    • Writer
      • Rian Johnson
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    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. —Lionsgate
    private detectivevomitingwhodunitsuspected suicidemurder mystery653 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Everyone has a motive. No one has a clue.
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Mystery
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated PG-13 for thematic elements including brief violence, some strong language, sexual references, and drug material
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      It was Don Johnson's idea for his character to hand his empty plate to Marta as if she was the maid during the immigration conversation.
    • Goofs
      When Marta goes over Mr. Thrombey's drug regimen, she states that he injured his shoulder about a week ago. Therefore, she is giving him 100 mg of Toradol followed by 3 mg of Morphine for sleep. Toradol is only given in doses of 15 mg/ml or 30 mg/ml. In addition, one isn't supposed to give more than 60 mg/ml in a single dose. In addition, it should only be given for five days or less.
    • Quotes

      Benoit Blanc: It's a weird case from the start. A case with a hole in the center. A doughnut.

    • Crazy credits
      The actors that are seen in the end credits with their names are shown as portraits.
    • Connections
      Featured in CTV News at Six Toronto: Episode dated 7 September 2019 (2019)
    • Soundtracks
      The Inspector
      Written and Performed by Tal Bergman

    User reviews2.6K

    Review
    Top review
    8/10
    Hated Last Jedi. Loved this.
    As a fan of mysteries (Sherlock Holmes, Poirot, Columbo, Monk, Psych.etc.) I was thrilled to see someone making a classic style whodunnit...and the cast! Figure you can't go wrong. Well I enjoyed it & while the cast all have time to shine it is Daniel Craig with his Southern drawl & especially Ana de Armas that steal the show. For anyone keeping away because they hated The Last Jedi...I agree, it was my least favourite of all the Star Wars films, but this is a well written film that was well acted and I can only hope this will inspire others to reinvigorate the murder mystery genre.
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    • Dec 1, 2019

    FAQ20

    • How did Marta get the blood spot on her shoe? She was outside of the room when Harlan killed himself?
    • Is there significance in Blanc's use of pressing the piano key? Is it to just get the attention of the family member being interviewed? Or is he doing it specifically when they've said something important?
    • Is the character name Harlan Thrombey an homage to the Choose Your Own Adventure book "Who Killed Harlowe Thrombey?"?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 27, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Morning Bell
    • Filming locations
      • Ames Borderland Mansion, 259 Massapoag Avenue, North Easton, Massachusetts, USA
    • Production companies
      • Lionsgate
      • Media Rights Capital (MRC)
      • T-Street
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $40,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $165,363,234
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $26,769,548
      • Dec 1, 2019
    • Gross worldwide
      • $311,653,103
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      • 2h 10min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
      • D-Cinema 48kHz 5.1
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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