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Paramount Acquires Thriller: Wahlberg & Abdul-Mateen II Team Up
10 Apr
Summary
- Film set in 1966 Mississippi, inspired by true events.
- Plot follows hitman and FBI agent in uneasy alliance.
- Theatrical release date set for September 4, 2026.
Elegance Bratton's new film, "By Any Means," has been acquired by Paramount for U.S. all media rights, with a theatrical release slated for September 4, 2026. This period thriller is set in Mississippi during 1966 and draws inspiration from actual events.
The narrative centers on a volatile partnership between a seasoned mafia hitman and a young Black FBI agent. They must form an unlikely alliance to investigate the killings of civil rights leaders, uncovering a deeper conspiracy.
This conspiracy will test their limits regarding justice, loyalty, and survival. Director Bratton aims to blend the intensity of a manhunt with the moral complexities of the civil rights era, exploring systemic violence and its impact.
