"He Could Play Blanc's Father": People Are Sharing The Actors They Want Cast In "Knives Out 3"

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With news that the upcoming third Knives Out film will be titled Wake Up Dead Man and premiering on Netflix next year, we asked the BuzzFeed Community to share which actors they'd like to join its star, Daniel Craig, as the suave detective Benoit Blanc, in the legendary franchise's latest starry ensemble.

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Casting is fully underway with buzzy stars like Kerry Washington, Jeremy Renner, Andrew Scott, Cailee Spaeny, and Josh O'Connor all joining the new film. Still, it doesn't hurt to think about who else should join this fantastic group of performers. So, if you're the Knives Out casting director, here are some actors we'd like to see join the cast ASAP:

1.Nathan Lane

Nathan Lane smiles on the red carpet, wearing a dark blazer over a collared shirt. A24 logo is visible in the background
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2.Stephanie Hsu, Robert De Niro, Don Cheadle, KJ Apa, Chloë Grace Moretz, Hugh Laurie, Teyonah Parris, and Catherine O’Hara

Lana Condor, Robert De Niro, Don Cheadle, Darren Barnet, Chloë Grace Moretz, Hugh Laurie, Emma McDonald, Catherine O'Hara are pictured

3.Kristen Bell and Jameela Jamil

Kristen Bell on the red carpet wearing a sleek, sleeveless black dress with sheer detailing at the top, posing with one hand on her hip
Kristen Bell on the red carpet wearing a sleek, sleeveless black dress with sheer detailing at the top, posing with one hand on her hip
Jameela Jamil poses on a red carpet wearing a fitted, strapless dress with a textured pattern and sweetheart neckline
Jameela Jamil poses on a red carpet wearing a fitted, strapless dress with a textured pattern and sweetheart neckline

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"Huge Good Place fan, and I would love to see these lovely women in the next movie. 😍"

—picklesaregross

4.Jeon Jong-seo

Jeon Jong-seo
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5.Rami Malek

Rami Malek stands on a red carpet, wearing a sleek, black button-up shirt and high-waisted black trousers

6.John Goodman

A man with light brown hair, wearing a dark suit and tie, smiles at the camera

7.The Muppets

Fozzie Bear, Miss Piggy, Pepe the King Prawn, and Kermit the Frog are posing together, each showcasing their unique and recognizable styles
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8.Dianna Agron

Dianna Agron posing in a textured top with a deep V-neckline at an event
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9.Anya Taylor-Joy, Jacob Elordi, and Pedro Pascal

Anya Taylor-Joy in a strapless dress with white floral details, Jacob Elordi in a pinstripe suit with a lime green shirt, and Pedro Pascal in a white button-up shirt
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10.Charithra Chandran

Charithra Chandran

11.Lizzo

Lizzo on the red carpet at the Breakthrough Prize event wearing an elegant black gown with long sleeves and a train

"That'd be rad!"

— Anonymous

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12.Avantika

Avantika

"I love her. She's so cool."

—Anonymous

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13.Megan Thee Stallion

Megan Thee Stallion

"That would be so cool!"

—Anonymous

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14.Reneé Rapp

Reneé Rapp

"Can you even imagine?"

—Anonymous

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15.Nicola Coughlan

Nicola Coughlan in an off-the-shoulder white gown with statement earrings, posing in front of a floral backdrop at a Bridgerton event

"She's funny, talented, and also gorgeous!"

—Anonymous

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16.Pierce Brosnan

Pierce Brosnan wearing a black suit and bow tie, standing in front of a backdrop at a red carpet event

—Anonymous

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17.Timothy Dalton

Timothy Dalton is standing and smiling, wearing a dark suit jacket over a collared shirt. The background features a stained glass window and wood paneling

—Anonymous

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18.Maya Rudolph

Maya Rudolph poses on a red carpet in a black dress with white lace details and a bow, standing in front of a large photo backdrop

"She’s so iconic and would be fabulous in a Knives Out movie."

—Anonymous

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19.Lisa Kudrow

Lisa Kudrow in a black blazer with satin lapels and a white blouse, standing in front of a backdrop with NBC and Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Love event

—Anonymous

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20.Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal smiles while wearing a dark suit with a yellow tie, standing in front of a wooden wall with neon signs

—Anonymous

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21.Tom Hiddleston

Tom Hiddleston smiles, hands in pockets, in a classic suit on the PaleyFest red carpet. Multiple logos are visible in the background

"He’s a fantastic actor who would really do well in the franchise."

—Anonymous

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22.Antony Starr, Diego Luna, Daniel Brühl, Alex Borstein, Rebecca Hall, and Danielle Brooks

Travis Fimmel, Diego Luna, Daniel Brühl, Alex Borstein, Rebecca Hall, and Danielle Brooks, in a three-by-two collage. They are posing for event photos

—Anonymous

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23.Finally, Saoirse Ronan, Rachel McAdams, and Michelle Pfeiffer

Saoirse Ronan in a sleeveless dress with a metallic pattern, Rachel McAdams in a long-sleeve turtleneck, and Michelle Pfeiffer in a black jacket on various event backgrounds

—Anonymous

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That's a lot of actors! So tell us in the comments below which actors you agree should join the franchise.

Responses have been edited for length, clarity, and grammar.

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