Primate movie poster

Primate

"Something's wrong with Ben."

January 1, 2026 1h 29m 6.4/10 (31 votes)

Released in January 2026. Primate is a horror/thriller film. directed by Johannes Roberts. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Troy Kotsur

Synopsis

Lucy, a college student, along with 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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2026 Released this month
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 6.4/10 Good (31 votes)
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Budget $21M Production budget
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Box Office $13.4M 0.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$21,000,000
Revenue
$13,400,000

Production Companies

  • 18Hz Productions
  • Paramount Pictures
  • Domain Entertainment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Primate about?

Lucy, a college student, along with 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 b...

Who directed Primate?

Primate was directed by Johannes Roberts.

How long is Primate?

Primate has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Primate released?

Primate was released on January 1, 2026 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Primate?

The main cast of Primate includes Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, Troy Kotsur, Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter.