Primal Screen (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2017, Primal Screen is a horror and documentary film directed by Rodney Ascher, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. Primal Screen is a documentary about a person's childhood fear of ventriloquist dummies and dolls due to the uncanny valley.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Primal Screen has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder, Shudder Amazon Channel and Shudder Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Primal Screen page.
If you liked it. Fans of Primal Screen tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Primal Screen (2017)?
- In US, Primal Screen is available to stream on AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder and Shudder Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Primal Screen worth watching?
- Primal Screen holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Primal Screen released?
- Primal Screen was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.