Actors Mila Kunis and Jeremy Renner have joined the ensemble cast of the upcoming “Knives Out” sequel, “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery.”

Kunis, known for her roles in films like “Bad Moms” and “Black Swan,” will be joining the cast alongside Renner, the star of the Paramount series “Mayor of Kingstown.” This marks a significant addition to the already impressive lineup for the third installment of the popular whodunit franchise.

Daniel Craig will be reprising his role as the eccentric detective Benoit Blanc, with other cast members including Josh O’Connor, Kerry Washington, Glenn Close, Cailee Spaeny, and Andrew Scott.

Director Rian Johnson, who helmed the previous two “Knives Out” films, will be returning to write and direct the new sequel. Filming is set to begin next month, and Netflix has plans to release the movie sometime in 2025.

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While plot details remain under wraps, fans can expect another gripping mystery filled with twists and turns, as Benoit Blanc tackles a new case. Kunis and Renner’s involvement adds even more star power to the already star-studded cast, further heightening anticipation for the upcoming “Knives Out” sequel.