Primal Fear
Defense attorney Martin Vail takes on jobs for money and prestige rather than any sense of the greater good. His latest case involves an altar boy, accused of brutally murdering the archbishop of Chicago. Vail finds himself up against his ex-pupil and ex-lover, but as the case progresses and the Church's dark secrets are revealed, Vail finds that what appeared a simple case takes on a darker, more dangerous aspect.
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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about Primal Fear
Where can I watch Primal Fear in the United States?
Primal Fear is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Primal Fear on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. Primal Fear is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV and Kanopy.
Can I watch Primal Fear for free?
Primal Fear streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Primal Fear?
Primal Fear scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Primal Fear?
Primal Fear stars Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Edward Norton, John Mahoney, and Alfre Woodard. Gregory Hoblit is the director.
How long is Primal Fear?
Primal Fear runs 2h 10m (130 minutes).
When did Primal Fear come out?
Primal Fear was released on April 3, 1996.
Which studio made Primal Fear?
Primal Fear was produced by Paramount Pictures and Rysher Entertainment in the United States.
What was the budget for Primal Fear?
Primal Fear was made on a budget of $30,000,000.
How much did Primal Fear make at the box office?
Primal Fear grossed $102,616,183 worldwide, against a budget of $30,000,000.
What languages is Primal Fear in?
Primal Fear is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.