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Primate

2026·Movie
1h 29min·R
58
DecentGoodWatch score

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High energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Scare8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Coming of Age5
  • Catharsis4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability4
  • Dialogue Centrality3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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You want something to laugh atYou scare easilyYou want something quiet and calm

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About

Something's wrong with Ben.

College student Lucy and her friends spend their vacation at her family's home in Hawaii, which includes her pet chimpanzee, Ben. However, when Ben contracts rabies after being bitten by a rabid animal, the group must fight for their lives in order to avoid the now-violent chimp.
Animal Horror ThrillerSurvival TensionDomesticated DangerVisceral Chase SequencesYouthful VulnerabilityParanoid AtmosphereGraphic ConsequencesIsolated SettingPrimal Fear

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Primate legally?

Primate is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Primate worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 5.8 and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Primate rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Primate?

1 h 29 min

Primate runs 1 h 29 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Primate?

Critics58
Audiences56

Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 56 out of 100, so both groups see Primate much the same way.

Was Primate a box office hit?

Budget$21 million
Box office$41 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $21 million to make and earned $41 million worldwide, 2.0 times its budget.

What language is Primate in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Primate?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Primate in 75 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Primate use?

Hope SpotManiac MonkeysIt Can ThinkFace–Heel TurnBloody HandprintMy Car Hates MeTaglineRobo-Speak

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Primate, including Hope Spot, Maniac Monkeys, It Can Think.