Greedy People (2024) is a darkly comedic crime thriller directed by Potsy Ponciroli. The film follows rookie police officer Will Shelley, portrayed by Himesh Patel, who relocates to a tranquil island town with his pregnant wife, Paige (Lily James). On his first day, Will and his seasoned partner, Terry Brogan (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), respond to a call that spirals into a fatal accident, leading them to discover a hidden stash of $1 million.
As the duo attempts to cover up their involvement, they become entangled in a web of deceit involving the town’s eccentric residents, including local entrepreneur Wallace Chetlo (Tim Blake Nelson) and two rival hitmen. The plot intensifies as greed and paranoia drive the characters into increasingly chaotic and violent situations, exploring themes reminiscent of Coen brothers’ films.
