Film Movement debuted the official trailer for How I Learned To Fly, the coming-of-age drama starring Marcus Scribner (black-ish), Lonnie Chavis (this is it), Method Man and Cedric the entertainer. The film tells the story of two teen brothers who learn to thrive and survive after been abandoned by their parents.

Also starring in the film are Lonnie Chavis, Michele Selene Ang, and Crystal Bush.

Release Date

Directed by Simon Steuri, How I Learned To Fly will open exclusively in theaters on December 1, 2023.

Synopsis

Two African-American teenage brothers suddenly find themselves on their own after being mysteriously abandoned by their parents. Deeply haunted by the mental and physical abuse inflicted by their father (Wu-Tang Clan’s Cliff “Method Man” Smith), elder brother Daniel (Marcus Scribner, ABC’s Black-ish) is determined to keep their lives from falling apart. He maintains a daily routine, works as a dishwasher and does his best to keep a roof over their heads. Younger brother Eli (Lonnie Chavis, NBC’s This Is Us) struggles to cope with the absence of his mother, leaving her voicemail messages in search of answers. Embarking on a journey of survival and self-discovery, they uncover moments of beauty, newfound meaning and enduring love that strengthen their bond despite the uncertain road ahead.

Featuring supporting performances by Cedric the Entertainer and Michele Selene Ang, How I Learned To Fly, the feature film debut from writer/director Simon Steuri, is a poignant story of determination and resilience in the face of profound adversity.

Official Trailer

Watch the official trailer for How I Learned To Fly.