Glen Powell Comedy, Faith Sequel Open
Hyderabad/Global – February 19, 2026 – With holdovers like Sony’s animated GOAT (family favorite) and Warner Bros.’ Wuthering Heights (adult drama buzz) maintaining momentum post-Presidents’ Day, fresh wide and limited releases hit theaters Friday, February 20, 2026. Key arrivals include A24’s sharp dark comedy How to Make a Killing starring Glen Powell, Lionsgate’s uplifting faith sequel I Can Only Imagine 2, Baz Luhrmann’s IMAX music doc EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, and horror/thriller entries—offering something for NRI families, cinephiles, music lovers, and genre fans in diaspora markets.
A24’s How to Make a Killing (directed by John Patton Ford, runtime 1h 45m, R-rated) leads as a wickedly funny inheritance thriller. Glen Powell plays Becket Redfellow, a blue-collar man disowned at birth by his ultra-wealthy family, who schemes ruthlessly to claim his share—regardless of the relatives in his path. Co-starring Margaret Qualley, Ed Harris, Topher Grace, and others, trailers highlight clever twists, biting satire, and Powell’s charismatic edge (fresh off hits appealing to global audiences). For NRIs in urban US/UK/Canada hubs or UAE expat crowds, this adult-oriented dark comedy delivers sharp humor and revenge vibes—similar to crossovers like Knives Out or Bollywood-inspired family dramas.
Lionsgate/Kingdom Story Company’s I Can Only Imagine 2 (PG, ~1h 50m) expands the inspirational franchise based on MercyMe’s true story. John Michael Finley returns as Bart Millard, facing post-fame challenges in faith, family, and career—centering on the creation of the hit song “Even If” amid personal fire. Featuring Milo Ventimiglia, Sophie Skelton, Trace Adkins, and Dennis Quaid, trailers emphasize emotional depth, music, and redemption. This resonates strongly with NRI communities valuing spiritual themes, family bonds, and uplifting narratives (like Jesus Revolution or faith-based crossovers in diaspora theaters)—expect strong turnout in church-group screenings across US heartland, Canada, and international chains.
Other notable February 20 releases include:
- EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (Baz Luhrmann-directed, IMAX-exclusive one-week run)—a doc blending rare 1970s Las Vegas footage, archival material, and Elvis reflections. Music fans (including classic rock lovers in NRI circles) will appreciate the immersive concert experience.
- Psycho Killer (R, horror/thriller, ~1h 32m)—a slasher reinvention starring Georgina Campbell, Malcolm McDowell, and others, following a cop tracking a psycho killer.
- Niche entries like The Dreadful (horror/thriller with Sophie Turner, Kit Harrington, Marcia Gay Harden) or expansions such as Kokuho (Japanese kabuki drama).
This mid-February slate suits NRI preferences: family/wholesome options (I Can Only Imagine 2), adult laughs/thrills (How to Make a Killing), genre chills, or cultural/music docs (EPiC). Weekend projections remain modest (~$65-80 million domestic total), but word-of-mouth could boost faith/inspirational and comedy titles.
Catch these in theaters starting Friday—check AMC, Regal, Cinemark (US), Cineplex (Canada), Vox/Odeon (UK/UAE), PVR/INOX (international rollouts), or Fandango/local apps for showtimes and deals (many offer matinees or family packs post-holiday). Trailers showcase How to Make a Killing‘s scheming wit, I Can Only Imagine 2‘s heartfelt inspiration, and EPiC‘s legendary Elvis energy.
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