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TMDB19962h 10mCrime / Drama / Thriller

Primal Fear

Sooner or later, a man who wears two faces forgets which one is real.

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.

TMDB audience score

Based on 4,209 votes

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Primal Fear at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Long watch · 2h 10m

At 2h 10m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Crime · Drama · Thriller

TMDB files it under crime, drama, and thriller.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.7 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 4,209 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Primal Fear tonight

  • It needs the whole evening: 2h 10m.
  • It is included with fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 4,209 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Primal Fear

Is Primal Fear scary?
MyCinema has not rated Primal Fear for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, drama, and thriller film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Primal Fear in the US?
Primal Fear streams on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 2 more, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Primal Fear?
Primal Fear runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).
Is Primal Fear suitable for kids?
Primal Fear is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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