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Knives Out

2019Movie2 h 11 minPG-13

ComedyCrime
85
ExcellentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic827.8Rotten Tomatoes97%90%

A gripping, cathartic comedy movie about crime and mystery, with standout dialogue and direction.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Hell, any of them could have done it.

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.

Feels like

  • Whodunit Revival
  • Satirical Class Critique
  • Sharp Witty Dialogue
  • Eccentric Ensemble Cast
  • Gothic Mystery Atmosphere
  • Modern Film Noir Elements
  • Family Dysfunction Drama
  • Clever Plot Twists
  • Homage to Agatha Christie
  • Stylish Visual Storytelling

Cast

24 of 31

Crew

Directed by
Rian Johnson
Written by
Rian Johnson
Produced by
Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman
Music by
Nathan Johnson

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Facts

November 27, 2019 · 2 h 11 min · PG-13

Released
November 27, 2019
Runtime
2 h 11 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Original language
English
Also spoken
Spanish
Made in
United States
Budget
$40 million
Box office
$313 million
Available in
88 countries

Tropes

Mysterious Employer, Bookends, Title Drop +9

  • Mysterious Employer
  • Bookends
  • Title Drop
  • Titled After the Song
  • Not-So-Fake Prop Weapon
  • Murder Is the Best Solution
  • Ice-Cream Koan
  • Even Evil Has Standards
  • The Alleged Car
  • Flipping the Table
  • Big "NO!"
  • Video Credits

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Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream Knives Out?"

Questions about Knives Out

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Where can I stream Knives Out?

The RokuLionsgate+

In the United States, Knives Out streams on Lionsgate+, and it is free with ads on The Roku. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. It also streams in 72 other countries.

Is Knives Out worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 85 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 82).

Is Knives Out okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Knives Out make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and satire (8 of 10).

Will I feel good after watching Knives Out?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 7 of 10 for hopefulness and 4 for wholesome.

Was Knives Out a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$313 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $40 million to make and earned $313 million worldwide, 7.8 times its budget.