While the initial allure of the Knives Out cast may have captured the masses’ attention, it was ultimately the intricate plot that emerged from its lengthy creative journey that led to its high acclaim. Notably, just three years later, the team swiftly followed up with its sequel, ‘Knives Out: Glass Onion. We’re not sure if there’s going to be a Knives Out 3, but if you’re looking for another mystery movie to solve, grab your popcorn.
Here are five mystery films like Knives Out: Glass Onion to watch while waiting for the third sequel of “Knives Out” to be released.
1. Murder on the Orient Express (2017)
Murder on the Orient Express set in the 1930s, featuring Hercule Poirot as he investigates a murder aboard a luxury train, the Orient Express. He discovers hidden intentions and convoluted ties among the travellers when stranded by an avalanche. In an unexpected turn, Poirot wrestles with the moral complexities of justice, giving numerous solutions to the perplexing crime.
Earning a staggering $351 million in global box office revenue, the movie garnered a varied response from critics. Applause was directed towards the cast’s performances and the film’s high production standards. However, certain reservations were voiced regarding the screenplay and its failure to introduce fresh elements compared to prior adaptations.
2. Haunting in Venice (2023)
A Haunting in Venice is a movie inspired by Agatha Christie’s “Hallowe’en Party”. Positioned as a sequel to Death on The Nile, this tale unfolds in Venice amidst the post-World War II era. Where a retired and exiled Hercule Poirot, finds himself compelled to join a seance at a deteriorating, eerie palazzo on a Halloween night. Soon, he is plunged into a malevolent realm of concealed truths and obscured mysteries as a murder unfolds among the guests.
This film is described as a supernatural thriller as the plot involves a hidden world of secrets and awakening ghosts from forgotten past.
3. Don’t Worry Darling (2022)
Set in the 1950s, a young couple, Alice and Jack reside in Victory, an idyllic community built for the workers of a confidential project. While the husbands labour on this secretive endeavour, the wives relish the opulence and indulgence of their seemingly flawless haven. Yet, as imperfections start emerging in her picture-perfect life, hinting at a concealed darkness, Alice starts to ponder her presence in Victory as she notices the strange behaviour of one of the housewives and some abnormal activities happening in the neighbourhood.
What will happen when Alice finds out that the life she’s living is all fake?
4. Death on the Nile (2022)
As a sequel of the famous Murder on the Orient Express, the Death on The Nile uncovers yet another tragedy in 1937, amidst the Egyptian landscape, where Belgian detective Hercule Poirot is enjoying a lavish Nile cruise. Sadly, a newlywed millionaire is discovered murdered, lying in a pool of blood aboard the ship.
The well-off and famous passengers on the opulent SS Karnak all hold grievances against the wealthy victim, requiring Poirot to arm himself with patience and steadfast determination in exposing the killer within their midst. As subtle clues linger in plain sight, Poirot races against time to uncover the mastermind behind this tragedy on the Nile, hoping to prevent another tragic demise.
5. Missing (2023)
When June’s mother goes missing during a vacation in Colombia with her new boyfriend, she faces challenges in her search due to complicated international procedures. Stranded in Los Angeles, June uses modern technology creatively in her attempts to locate her mother before it’s too late. However, the more she delves into digital investigations, the more uncertainties she encounters, adding to the list of questions rather than providing answers.
Mirroring today’s tech-savvy society, the film engrosses the audience with an exciting storyline that delves into contemporary social issues like justice, corruption, and the darker aspects of human behaviour.
Will June be able to find her missing mom?
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