Is Knives Out on Netflix? How to watch the star-studded whodunit

Is Knives Out on Netflix?
Want to watch 'Knives Out'? Wondering if 'Knives Out' is on Netflix? Well, here's your answer... (Image credit: Lionsgate)

If you're interested in watching the modern murder mystery whodunit classic Knives Out online, you might be wondering 'is Knives Out on Netflix?'. If you read this guide, we'll help you find out how to watch it.

Knives Out is an entertaining yet suspenseful whodunit tale that sees a detective come and investigate the mysterious death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey. But soon, Detective Benoit Blanc has his hands full as the dysfunctional yet eccentric Thrombey family all become suspects in the case.

With a star-studded cast of Daniel Craig, Ana De Armas, Chris Evans, Jamie Lee Curtis, Christopher Plummer, and many more, it’s no surprise that this film shot to popularity after its release in 2019. 

Knives Out was a box office hit, pulling in $165 million in the US and more than $311 million worldwide. It also went on to be nominated for Best Picture — Musical/Comedy at the 2020 Golden Globes.

It was even followed up by a sequel called Glass Onion which came out in late 2022, which brings back Benoit Blanc to investigate another crime. If you fancy giving this film a watch, or even a rewatch, you may be wondering if it’s available on Netflix and other streaming platforms.

Is Knives Out on Netflix?

Unfortunately, Knives Out is not available on Netflix in the US or the UK. However, its sequel Glass Onion is, both in the US and UK, due to it being a Netflix Original.

Where to stream Knives Out in the US

The only streaming service to offer Knives Out, at the time of writing at least, is AMC Plus. A $8.99-per-month subscription will let you watch the movie.

Viewers in the US who don't want to sign up for a streaming service can rent or buy Knives Out on video platforms like Prime Video. It's currently $3.99 to rent or $14.99 to buy from these various services.

Where to stream Knives Out in the UK

Knives Out is available to watch on Prime Video, a subscription service open to all Amazon Prime subscribers.

You can sign up for Amazon Prime for £8.99 per month, though you'll save money buy getting a yearly pass for £95. It'll cost you a little extra for ad-free streaming, and here's how to remove ads from Prime Video.

Can I buy Knives Out?

Yes, there are many options as listed above including Prime Video.

Grace Morris
Staff Writer

Grace is a digital writer with WhatToWatch.com, where she writes series guides, recaps and features for must-watch shows and delivers all the latest soap news and reactions. She graduated from Anglia Ruskin University in 2020 with a degree in Writing and Film Studies, which only made her love for creative writing, film and TV grow stronger.


You'll usually find her watching the drama unfold in the latest reality series or much-loved UK soaps (usually with chocolate by her side!). She's an expert in EastEnders, Emmerdale, Coronation Street and everything reality-related from Selling Sunset and Married At First Sight UK to 90 Day Fiancé UK. Plus Netflix megahit Virgin River!


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