Wake Up Dead Man is the third film in Rian Johnson’s Knives Out series. Bringing back Daniel Craig’s celebrated detective Benoit Blanc in a tightly plotted mystery with star performances and clever twists, the film also features a memorable musical backdrop that supports its tone and atmospheric tension.
The official soundtrack is composed by celebrated composer Nathan Johnson, and the film also features some licensed songs by well-known artists. Together, all these songs suit the mystery’s eerie church setting and thematic undercurrents.
Below is a complete guide to the Wake Up Dead Man soundtrack, including both the officially released score and a few additional featured songs that appear in the film.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery Soundtrack Guide
Nathan Johnson is not only a celebrated composer but also the cousin of Rian Johnson. The duo have been teaming up since 2005’s Brick, and their partnership has continued in the Knives Out franchise.
Having scored for both Knives Out (2019) and Glass Onion (2022), their longtime collaboration continued in Wake Up Dead Man. However, the music for the third film is unlike anything that Johnson has done before for the franchise (via Collider).
Here is the official soundtrack for the film:
Overture – 0:39
Eve’s Apple – 2:28
The Flock – 2:42
Monsignor Wicks – 3:01
The Confrontation – 1:37
The Good Friday Murder – 3:03
Jud’s Prayer – 2:13
The Hollow Man – 1:48
The Red Thread – 1:40
A Minor Omission – 2:00
False Priest – 1:21
Betrayed – 2:37
Torching the Flock – 2:39
Wake Up Dead Man – 2:11
The Empty Tomb – 1:42
In the Flesh – 4:06
Blanc’s Revelation – 3:46
The Confession (Violin Concerto in G Minor) – 8:18
Vengeance is Mine – 2:31
Requiem – 2:46
This soundtrack blends classical orchestration with dark, atmospheric motifs fitting the film’s Gothic church setting and murder mystery narrative.
In addition to the film’s score, the following are the pre-existing songs included:
Wanted Dead Or Alive by Warren Zevon – 2:38
Why Should The Devil Have All The Good Music by Larry Norman – 2:37
What A Fool Believes by The Doobie Brothers – 3:41
Skimbleshanks: The Railway Cat by Andrew Lloyd Webber – 4:43
Overture by Tom Waits – 2:26
Come On Up To My House by Tom Waits – 4:36
These tracks add a layer of eclectic vibe to the already mysterious and gothic soundtrack of the film. Spread across the film evenly, these songs elevate the select moments in the film.
Where to Stream Wake Up Dead Man Official Soundtrack?
Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc | Credits: Netflix
The official Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery score is widely available on major music streaming platforms. You can stream or purchase the soundtrack on various platforms, such as:
Spotify
Apple Music / iTunes
YouTube Music
Amazon Music
As for the other licensed songs featured in the film, you can stream them individually on any streaming platform of your choice. Make sure to get a subscription, so you can enjoy an uninterrupted and ad-free experience.
Which is your favorite song featured in the film? Let us know in the comments below.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery is now streaming on Netflix.
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