Primal (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2019, Primal is an action, thriller and adventure film directed by Nick Powell, running about 97 minutes. “The ultimate hunter vs the ultimate predator” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A big-game hunter for zoos books passage on a Greek shipping freighter with a fresh haul of exotic and deadly animals from the Amazon, including a rare white Jaguar – along with a political assassin being extradited to the U.S in secret. Two days into the journey, the assassin escapes and releases the captive animals, throwing the ship into chaos.
Who’s in it. Primal stars Nicolas Cage as Frank Walsh, LaMonica Garrett as John Ringer, Michael Imperioli as Paul Freed and Famke Janssen as Dr. Ellen Taylor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Primal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $146.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Primal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Primal tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Primal (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Primal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Primal worth watching?
- Primal holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Primal?
- Primal stars Nicolas Cage, LaMonica Garrett, Michael Imperioli, Famke Janssen and Kevin Durand.
- When was Primal released?
- Primal was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.