The newly released Primate trailer from Paramount’s upcoming horror film introduces Ben, a once-adorable family chimp who becomes a nightmare come to life. Directed by Johannes Roberts (47 Meters Down, The Strangers: Prey at Night), the movie blends creature-feature thrills with intense survival horror. The Primate trailer teases a chilling story where affection turns deadly — and trust is the first thing to die — promising one of 2026’s most terrifying new releases.
Watch the Primate Trailer Here
The trailer wastes no time showing the descent from cute to carnage. A family’s tropical getaway becomes a fight for survival as Ben’s instincts turn feral. Quick flashes of jungle terror, dimly lit bungalows, and chilling close-ups of Ben’s blood-streaked fur set the stage for pure nightmare fuel. The visuals are bolstered by Millennium FX’s stunning practical work — no CGI shortcuts here — bringing every scream and snarl horrifyingly to life.
Cast, Plot & Release
In Primate, a group of friends on vacation find themselves hunted after their domesticated chimp companion descends into savagery. Johnny Sequoyah (Dexter: New Blood) and Oscar® winner Troy Kotsur (CODA) lead the cast, with Roberts co-writing alongside Ernest Riera.
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Here’s the official synopsis: “A group of friends’ tropical vacation in Hawaii turns into a terrifying struggle for survival when their family’s pet chimpanzee, Ben, contracts rabies during a pool party. The previously gentle chimp becomes violently aggressive, forcing Lucy and her friends to barricade themselves in the pool area to find a way to outsmart and survive the attack.”
Primate Release Date
Produced by Walter Hamada as part of his new horror slate with Paramount, Primate roars into theaters January 9, 2026.
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