The idea for Knives Out began to take shape in 2017, when Johnson started working on the script. He drew inspiration from his own experiences with wealthy families and the complexities of their relationships. The film's title, Knives Out , is a reference to the phrase "the knives are out," which implies a sense of danger and tension.
"I was drawn to the project because of the script and the cast. It's a really clever, funny, and touching film. I think audiences are going to love it." knivesout20191080penglishesubsvegamovies exclusive
"I think the reason Knives Out resonated with audiences is that it's a film that's both a loving tribute to the whodunit genre and a fresh take on it. We didn't want to make a film that was simply a nostalgia play; we wanted to make something that would stand on its own." The idea for Knives Out began to take
The cast of Knives Out is a veritable who's who of Hollywood talent. Daniel Craig stars as Detective Benoit Blanc, a southern detective with a penchant for eccentricity and a keen mind for mystery. The cast also includes Chris Evans as Jake Grombort, a personal trainer and one of the suspects; Jamie Lee Curtis as Linda Drysdale, the eldest daughter of the wealthy Harlan Thrombey; and Katherine Langford as Meg Thrombey, Harlan's granddaughter. "I was drawn to the project because of
Without giving too much away, Knives Out follows the story of Harlan Thrombey, a wealthy and enigmatic businessman who dies under suspicious circumstances. The film centers around Detective Benoit Blanc's investigation into Harlan's death, which leads him to uncover a complex web of secrets and lies within the Thrombey family.