Is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery appropriate for children?

# Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Despite its PG-13 rating, this mystery thriller contains strong violence that may disturb younger children. The film combines murder-mystery intrigue with dark comedy, making it better suited for mature teens (15+) who can handle intense scenes. Mild language and sexual content are present but not the main concern here.

What age is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery suitable for?

Our verdict for Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery is: Not recommended. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery safe for children?

Content breakdown

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Violence

Strong

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Language / Profanity

Mild

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Sexual Content

Mild

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Horror / Scary

Mild

About this movie

Type

Movie

Released

2025

Rating

PG-13

Genre

Thriller, Mystery, Comedy

Synopsis

When young priest Jud Duplenticy is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic.

Cast

Daniel Craig

Benoit Blanc

Josh O'Connor

Fr. Jud Duplenticy

Glenn Close

Martha Delacroix

Josh Brolin

Mons. Jefferson Wicks

Full cast on IMDb ›

Age suitability

Under 6

Not yet

Ages 6–8

Not recommended

Ages 9–12

Not recommended

Ages 13+

Not recommended

Where to watch

🎬 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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