By Any Means Trailer: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Mark Wahlberg Team Up

Paramount Pictures has officially unveiled the trailer for By Any Means, a tense historical thriller set in the 1960s. The film explores a dangerous investigation in Mississippi, where the lines between justice and vengeance become increasingly blurred.

The story follows a young Black FBI agent, played by Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, who is tasked with investigating a series of brutal murders targeting civil rights leaders. To navigate the volatile environment, he is forced to partner with a notorious mafia hitman, portrayed by Mark Wahlberg. As they delve deeper into the case, the two men realize that the law has limits that they are willing to push.

A Compelling Historical Thriller

Directed by Elegance Bratton, the film is based on a true story. The project features a notable ensemble cast that includes Nicole Beharie, Josh Lucas, LisaGay Hamilton, LaChanze, Ethan Embry, David Strathairn, and Giancarlo Esposito. The screenplay was written by Sascha Penn.

The release of this trailer offers audiences their first real look at the dynamic between the two leads and the high-stakes atmosphere of the film. Given the historical setting and the talent involved both in front of and behind the camera, it is shaping up to be a significant entry in the upcoming awards season conversation.

Release Information

By Any Means is scheduled to arrive exclusively in theaters on September 4, 2026. You can watch the official trailer on the Paramount Pictures YouTube channel.

Source: Paramount Pictures