Film · 2019 · PG-13 · 2h 11m · Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Knives Out
Rian Johnson
Hell, any of them could have done it.
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Synopsis
When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc 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.
Reception
- Critics
- 97%
- Audience
- 92%
Critics enjoyed Rian Johnson's sharp, witty reworking of the classic whodunit, crediting the tight script and a lively ensemble, with Daniel Craig frequently singled out. The only recurring quibble was that it runs a little long.
Sources: Rotten Tomatoes
Box office
- Budget
- $40M
- Domestic
- $165M
- Worldwide
- $313M
Source: Box Office Mojo, as of Sep 30
Cast
Jamie Lee CurtisLinda Drysdale
Don JohnsonRichard Drysdale
