How to Make a Killing trailer: Glen Powell will stop at nothing for family fortune

Glen Powell takes a darkly inventive approach to secure his family fortune in the initial trailer for A24’s thriller How to Make a Killing. The movie , written and directed by John Patton Ford, debuted in theaters on February 20, 2026, and also showcases Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, Bill Camp, and Ed Harris.

A Deadly Game of Wealth

The narrative focuses on Becket Redfellow (Powell), a scorned heir who will stop at nothing to secure his inheritance that includes murder. Powell hints the plot in the preview: “There were seven of them, seven rich pricks between myself and $28 billion. If I were to prune a few branches of the family tree …” The movie features a one man conspiracy against seven wealthy relatives, with Becket apparently forming a pact with Qualley’s character to remove competition and obtain the fortune.

Inspired by Classic British Crime

How to Make a Killing gains inspiration from Robert Hamer’s 1949 British crime film Kind Hearts and Coronets. Earlier it was titled Huntington, the film combines dark humor and suspense as Becket navigates familial betrayal, wealth, and violent scheming.

Ensemble Cast and Director

Along with Powell and Qualley, the cast features Ed Harris, Jessica Henwick, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, and Raff Law. Ford, popular for his debut Emily the Criminal (2022) starring Aubrey Plaza, comes back to helm this thriller with a focus on high stakes manipulation and morally complex portrayals.

Box Office Competition

Upon its February 20 debut, How to Make a Killing will compete with titles like Psycho Killer and I Can Only Imagine 2, promising viewers a blend of suspense, strategy, and dark humor as Powell’s character executes his deadly inheritance plot.

FAQs;

What is How to Make a Killing about?
It follows Becket Redfellow as he plots against his wealthy family to secure a huge inheritance. The narrative blends suspense, dark humor, and high stakes family drama.

Who stars in the film?
Glen Powell leads the cast accompanied by Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, Ed Harris, and Bill Camp. The ensemble supports the tense, thriller driven storyline.