Detective Benoit Blanc Uncovers a Supernatural Riddle in a Quaint Upstate Mystery

This upcoming film has generated significant buzz as Netflix offers an inside look into the next mystery adventure featuring Daniel Craig in his role as the ever-sharp Southern detective Benoit Blanc. Slated to make its inaugural appearance on the streaming service on December 12, the movie is also slated for a limited theatrical showing. The decision to release it on the big screen was confirmed in advance of the streaming premiere, adding an extra layer of excitement for enthusiasts worldwide.

The movie is set to be showcased in a carefully chosen group of theaters around the globe starting November 28 in the United Kingdom and as early as November 26 in other regions. This dual release approach aims "to provide audiences with the chance to immerse themselves in the" mystery in different formats before it reaches a wider streaming audience.

The storyline unfolds following an inexplicable homicide that unsettles a small town. Local law enforcement, headed by police chief Geraldine Scott—portrayed by Mila Kunis—teams up with Benoit Blanc, played by Daniel Craig, to tackle a case that challenges conventional notions of faith and rationality. Blanc himself remarks that what may initially appear to be a supernatural event is, in reality, a case of ordinary human misdeed awaiting his investigative skills.

Further details about the ensemble cast reveal that the narrative moves to a quaint hamlet in upstate New York. In this setting, an enthusiastic young clergyman, Jud Duplenticy (embodied by Josh O'Connor), is assigned to assist a seasoned local priest, Monsignor Jefferson Wicks, brought to life by Josh Brolin. The film also introduces a captivating array of characters, including:

• Martha Delacroix, played by Glenn Close
• Samson Holt, portrayed by Thomas Haden Church
• Vera Draven, interpreted by Kerry Washington
• Cy Draven, acted by Daryl McCormack
• Nat Sharp, featured by Jeremy Renner
• Lee Ross, brought to life by Andrew Scott
• Simone Vivane, portrayed by Cailee Spaeny

In addition to its streaming and theatrical releases, the film is scheduled to make its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 6. This festival debut is likely to generate early impressions and reviews, setting the stage for wider audience discussions as the release date approaches.