A notable connection has been discovered between the filming locations of the latest *Knives Out* installment, *Wake Up Dead Man*, and the music video for Rick Astley’s 1987 hit “Never Gonna Give You Up.” Director Rian Johnson recently confirmed on the social media platform Bluesky that a scene in *Wake Up Dead Man* was shot at the same site where Astley’s classic video was filmed: the Harrow Club in London, a former church now repurposed for events and film shoots.
Johnson revealed that he was the only person on set who was excited about the link, even playing the song on his phone, but his enthusiasm was met with blank stares from the rest of the crew. For those unfamiliar, “Rickrolling” is a popular internet prank that involves tricking people into watching the “Never Gonna Give You Up” video by sharing a misleading link. Originating nearly 20 years ago, the prank became a lighthearted staple of early internet culture.
The shared location illustrates the overlap between different media forms and how cultural references can be reused. The fact that the same venue served both a classic music video and a modern film scene highlights the enduring appeal of certain sites and the creative ways they can be repurposed. The revelation has sparked interest among fans of both the *Knives Out* series and Rick Astley’s music. While the connection may not have been a major factor in the production of *Wake Up Dead Man*, it adds an extra layer of depth and cultural significance to the film. As the internet and social media continue to evolve, more examples of such cultural overlap and reference are likely to be discovered and shared.
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