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With an all-star cast led by Daniel Craig, this throwback to a classic whodunit follows the investigation into the murder of a crime writer. 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. Find trailers, reviews, synopsis, awards and cast information for Knives Out (2019) - Rian Johnson on AllMovie - On his 85th birthday, acclaimed crime novelist.
- See the full list of Knives Out cast and crew including actors, directors, producers and more. PG-13 2 hr 11 min Nov 27th, 2019 Crime.
- Directed by Rian Johnson. With Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis. A detective investigates the death of a patriarch of an eccentric, combative family.
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