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Rian Johnson Defends Theatrical Release for 'Knives Out' Sequel

5/3/2025

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Rian Johnson is passionate about bringing "Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man" to theaters, countering Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos' view that cinemas are a thing of the past. Johnson champions the magic of shared movie moments, as the highly anticipated film, starring Daniel Craig and a stellar ensemble, gears up for its fall 2023 release.

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Rian Johnson is passionate about bringing "Knives Out: Wake Up Dead Man" to theaters, countering Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos' view that cinemas are a thing of the past. Johnson champions the magic of shared movie moments, as the highly anticipated film, starring Daniel Craig and a stellar ensemble, gears up for its fall 2023 release.