Glen Powell is currently seeking a major cinematic victory, contrasting with his Anyone But You co-star Sydney Sweeney, who recently bounced back from a box-office slump.

Sweeney headlined The Housemaid in late 2025, which became her career-best film, grossing nearly $400 million globally. This figure nearly doubles the $220 million worldwide earnings of Anyone But You from a few years prior.

Powell's Recent Theatrical Challenges

Following Anyone But You, Powell starred in Edgar Wright's action film, The Running Man, an adaptation of a Stephen King novel. This movie underperformed commercially, increasing the pressure on Powell's subsequent project.

The Running Man earned approximately $70 million worldwide against a reported $110 million budget. It currently holds a 61% critical rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The Box Office Performance of 'How to Make a Killing'

Powell's next feature, How to Make a Killing, arrived in theaters just months after The Running Man. It was never anticipated to be a massive commercial success, given its smaller scale.

The film, directed by John Patton Ford, had a reported budget of about $15 million. Unfortunately, it failed to recoup this investment, concluding its theatrical run with only $13 million in worldwide gross.

Critically, How to Make a Killing received mixed reviews, evidenced by its current 44% score on Rotten Tomatoes. However, both this film and The Running Man share a more favorable 77% audience score on the aggregator.

Digital Success Signals a Second Life

While The Running Man has already established itself as a hit on home video, ranking highly on Paramount+ for several weeks, How to Make a Killing is now following suit.

According to data from FlixPatrol, How to Make a Killing recently charted among the top-watched titles on domestic iTunes and Amazon platforms. This indicates a strong performance in its digital release window.

Audience Appeal of the New Thriller

The film's narrative, which satirizes class and wealth, centers on a man undertaking a perilous quest to reclaim his rightful inheritance. This theme appears to have resonated strongly with at-home viewers.

How to Make a Killing also features a notable ensemble cast, including Margaret Qualley, Jessica Henwick, Bill Camp, Zach Woods, Topher Grace, and Ed Harris. The story focuses on Becket Redfellow, who, after being dismissed by his family at birth, relentlessly pursues the inheritance he believes is his.

Glen Powell will now look toward his upcoming project, The Great Beyond, directed by J.J. Abrams, for his next career success.