Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley Celebrate Valentine’s Day With a Very Dark Premiere

Published 02/15/2026, 4:50 AM EST

Who said Valentine's Day movie premieres must adhere to the lovey-dovey traditions? How to Make a Ki----- cast brought a mischievous and darker atmosphere to the red carpets on February 14, 2026. Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley added a dangerously funny presence with their new film, which turned the Los Angeles premiere less heart-shaped and more razor-sharp.

Wondering how the ever-so-stylish and wickedly charming Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley brought the house down at the premiere night?

Inside How to Make a Killing's darkly enticing Valentine's Day debut

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Los Angeles' AMC The Grove 14 theater served as the venue where Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley slayed in exceptional contrast to standard Valentine's Day fashion, translating their on-screen wickedness into fashion. Powell, 37, combined sleekness to match his main character energy in an all-black suit, dark as the night sky. 

Qualley, 31, on the other hand, shone bright in a dramatically chic ombre red and pink sparkly gown, commanding all eyes on her. The Primetime Emmy Awards-nominated actress's co-stars, Topher Grace (That 70s Show), Jessica Henwick (The Defenders), and Nell Williams (Game of Thrones), also brought in the heat at the premiere.

The premiere established a sharp atmosphere befitting the theme of their upcoming film, How to Make a Killing, by exchanging saccharine for spice. The stars combined glamor with edgy elements, matching the story about ambition and absurdity. Directed by John Patton Ford, the film offers a dark comedy and thriller experience, which follows a classic tale about inheritance and revenge.

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Unusual for a Valentine’s Day movie pick, Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley's upcoming movie has already stirred ample curiousity for its unique plot.

Everything to know about How to Make a Killing

How to Make a Ki----- arrives in theaters on February 20, 2026. The story follows Becket Redfellow, played by Glen Powell, who is set to star in a rom-com next. Redfellow is disowned by his filthy rich family yet hell-bent on reclaiming his inheritance, no matter how many relatives stand in his way. 

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Based on Israel Rank: The Autobiography of a Criminal by Roy Horniman, the story develops into a chaotic and darkly comedic thriller, featuring Margaret Qualley as Julia Steinway, Becket’s childhood friend. Jessica Henwick, Bill Camp, Bianca Amato, Zach Woods, Raff Law, Topher Grace, and Ed Harris complete the cast to create this unconventional survival story about obsession and family relationships.

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Ipshita Chakraborty

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Ipshita Chakraborty is an entertainment writer at Netflix Junkie. Offering thoughtful and compelling storytelling, they cover everything Hollywood and trending, from the latest streaming sensations to behind-the-scenes buzz. With about 7 years of writing experience for online media, Ipshita brings their voice to the coverage through industry analysis and cultural critique, a strength evident in prior work, such as their views on why the Michaela gender swap was needed in Bridgerton.

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