By Any Means(2026)
The FBI couldn't crack it. So they called in the mob.
By Any Means Synopsis
In 1960s Mississippi, a young Black FBI agent is forced to partner with a notorious mafia hitman to investigate a wave of brutal civil rights murders.
By Any Means (2026) is a thriller, history, crime and drama film directed by Elegance Bratton, released on September 2, 2026 with a runtime of 1h 47m. It stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Mark Wahlberg, Nicole Beharie and Josh Lucas. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 72 ratings.
- Director:
- Elegance Bratton
- Writers:
- Sascha Penn
- Producers:
- Alex Lebovici, Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee
- Cinematographer:
- Ante Cheng
- Composer:
- Terence Blanchard
- Production:
- Hammerstone Studios, Thunder Road, Freedom Principle, Municipal Pictures, North.Five.Six., Script 2 Screen, Wonder Street, LB Entertainment, Jeff Rice Films, Siena Film Foundation, Harbor Fund, Ballpoint Productions, Fieldhouse Productions, Bright White Light, International Media Funds Management
- Budget:
- $30,000,000
- Revenue:
- $16,731,497
- Status:
- Released
By Any Means (2026) Trailer
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This your sign to lock in, by any means.
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The system was broken, so the FBI hired the mob to solve a murder by any means.
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The Man Behind The Mobster in By Any Means
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By Any Means Cast & Crew
Main cast
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II
as Wayne Strider
Mark Wahlberg
as Gregory Scarpa
Nicole Beharie
as Allison Strider
Josh Lucas
as Special Agent Everett Rhodes
David Strathairn
as Special Agent Roy K. Moore
Giancarlo Esposito
as Vernon Dahmer
Ethan Embry
as Sam Bowers
LisaGay Hamilton
as Ms. Rebecca Brewer
LaChanze
as Hattie Dahmer
Biko Eisen-Martin
as Special Agent Archie Crawford
Will Brittain
as Billy Roy Pitts
DeVere Jehl
as Edgar Ray Killen
Key crew
Directed by Elegance Bratton, written by Sascha Penn, produced by Alex Lebovici, Basil Iwanyk and Erica Lee.
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By Any Means Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 72 ratings.
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By Any Means – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch By Any Means online?
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By Any Means (2026) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in By Any Means?
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The main cast of By Any Means (2026) includes Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Mark Wahlberg, Nicole Beharie, Josh Lucas and David Strathairn. The film was directed by Elegance Bratton. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was By Any Means released?
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By Any Means was released on September 2, 2026 and runs for 1h 47m.
Is By Any Means worth watching?
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By Any Means (2026) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 72 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy thriller, history and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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