The village church that hosted a Hollywood whodunnit
Published: 11/29/2025

Holy Innocents Church in Epping Forest hosted filming for the latest Knives Out film, "Wake Up Dead Man," starring Hollywood stars like Daniel Craig and Mila Kunis. The church's picturesque setting and Gothic architecture made it a perfect fit for the neo-gothic church scenes in the movie. Besides adding an eerie vibe to the film, the location brought economic benefits to the local community, contributing over £1.3m to the area's economy. As "Wake Up Dead Man" hits cinemas and Netflix, it's expected to attract "screen tourism" to Epping Forest and showcase Essex to a global audience.



