Primitives (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 1978, Primitives is a thriller and horror film directed by Sisworo Gautama Putra, running about 90 minutes. “The Eerie and Scarifying Primitives” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three students, Tommy, Rita, and Robert, and their guides head into the jungle to study primitive tribes separated from civilization. However, the students say the one tribe they visit isn't primitive enough, and they want to find some really savages, and to locate the legendary cannibal tribe supposedly living in the area.
Who’s in it. Primitives stars Enny Haryono as Rika, Barry Prima as Amri, Johann Mardjono as Tommy and Rukman Herman as Bisma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Primitives has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Troma NOW, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and Cineverse Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Primitives page.
If you liked it. Fans of Primitives tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Primitives (1978)?
- In US, Primitives is available to stream on Troma NOW, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and Cineverse Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Primitives worth watching?
- Primitives holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Primitives?
- Primitives stars Enny Haryono, Barry Prima, Johann Mardjono, Rukman Herman and Eva Arnaz.