Knives Out Monologues & Audition Scenes
7 audition scenes from Knives Out. Available as duologue & monologues — ready to download for self-tapes, drama school auditions, and practice.
Written by Rian Johnson
The Terminus of Gravity's Rainbow
Characters: Marta, Benoit Blanc
Detective Benoit Blanc approaches Marta on a porch at night to discuss his unconventional investigative methods and enlist her as his 'Watson' in the investigation of Harlan Thrombey's death.
The Inevitability of Truth
Characters: Benoit Blanc
Benoit Blanc sits with the elderly Greatnana Wanetta, offering a philosophical reflection on grief, age, and the burden of truth. He gently encourages her to share what she saw on the night of Harlan's death while acknowledging her overlooked presence in the house.
The Sausage Plate Confession
Characters: Marta, Ransom
In a quiet corner of a roadside restaurant, Ransom confronts Marta about why his grandfather left her his entire fortune. After realizing she cannot lie without physically vomiting, Marta confesses the truth about Harlan's death, leading Ransom to propose an unexpected alliance.
The Plan — 100 Milligrams
Characters: Marta, Harlan
After a fatal medication error, a nurse panics while her elderly patient, a mystery novelist, calmly orchestrates an elaborate plan to cover up his own impending death to protect her family.
Harlan's Reflection
Characters: Harlan
Harlan Thrombey reflects on his decision to financially cut off his family members. He confesses to his nurse, Marta, his regrets regarding how his wealth has stunted his children's growth and character.
The Donut Hole — The Final Reveal
Characters: Benoit Blanc
Benoit Blanc delivers a climactic monologue explaining the 'donut hole' theory and revealing how Ransom Drysdale attempted to frame Marta for Harlan Thrombey's death by switching his medication.
Marta and Walt's Confrontation
Characters: Marta, Walt
Walt corners Marta in her hallway, attempting to intimidate her into renouncing her inheritance by threatening to expose her mother's undocumented status. Marta realizes she now holds the family's wealth and power, turning the tables on him before retreating to find a mysterious blackmail note.
About Knives Out Audition Scenes
Looking for audition scenes from Knives Out? Our collection includes 7 carefully curated duologue and monologues, each formatted and ready for immediate use in auditions, self-tapes, and drama school applications.
Written by Rian Johnson, these scenes capture the essence of the production and provide rich material for actors at every level.
Every scene includes character breakdowns, context notes, and director's notes to help you prepare. All scenes are available as downloadable PDFs with Pro membership.
How to use Knives Out scenes for auditions
Choose a scene that matches the tone and casting type of your audition. Use the character breakdowns to understand the emotional arc, then download the PDF to rehearse. Our scenes work perfectly for self-tapes, in-person auditions, drama school applications, and acting class exercises.
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