Get ready for a wild ride! The upcoming horror film, Primate, is set to unleash a chilling tale of a rabies-infected chimpanzee on the big screen, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. But is it just another animal-gone-wild story?
A sneak peek of the trailer was released yesterday, building anticipation for the full trailer that Paramount Pictures unveiled today. Mark your calendars, as Primate is scheduled to hit theaters on January 9, 2026.
Directed by horror veteran Johannes Roberts, the film follows a group of friends whose tropical getaway takes a dark turn. Roberts, known for his work on '47 Meters Down' and 'The Strangers: Prey at Night', teams up once again with screenwriter Ernest Riera to deliver a primal and terrifying experience.
JoBlo's Mike Holtz praised the film, calling it a 'blood bath of fun' in his review, which you can read here. But here's where it gets intriguing: the story revolves around a rabies-crazed chimp, a unique twist on the classic 'nature-gone-wrong' theme.
The star-studded cast includes Oscar-winner Troy Kotsur from 'CODA', Johnny Sequoyah from 'Dexter: New Blood', and a talented ensemble of actors. The film is part of former DC Films head Walter Hamada's vision for Paramount's horror genre expansion, aiming to release several low- to mid-budget films annually.
Primate seems like a thrilling ride, especially for fans of the 1986 cult classic, 'Link', which featured a similar killer chimp concept. However, it also raises ethical questions about the portrayal of animals in horror. Will you root for the friends' survival or find yourself empathizing with the crazed chimp?
Check out the trailer and decide for yourself. Are you ready to witness this primal horror? Share your thoughts in the comments, and let's discuss the fine line between entertainment and animal ethics in horror cinema!
