Johannes Roberts' horror thriller 'Primate' arrives on physical media with commentary track, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and cast interviews.
- April 23, 2026
AceShowbiz - Horror thriller Primate has arrived on Blu-ray and DVD, bringing director Johannes Roberts' latest frightening tale to home entertainment with an extensive collection of bonus features and behind-the-scenes content.
The physical media release includes a commentary track featuring Roberts alongside producer Walter Hamada, offering viewers insight into the filmmaking process. The disc also features multiple featurettes exploring various aspects of the production, including "Primal Terror: Directing Primate," which examines how Roberts and his team developed the original story concept.

The film stars Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Oscar winner Troy Kotsur, alongside Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter, Benjamin Cheng, Charlie Mann, Tienne Simon, and Miguel Torres Umba. The cast members are featured in the "New Blood: The Faces of Primate" featurette, where they discuss their experience working on the horror production and what it took to bring their characters to life.
Additional bonus content includes "Creating Ben," which provides a detailed look at the physical performance and practical effects behind the chimpanzee character central to the film's plot. The featurette "Designing Paradise" explores the immersive set design that transforms a tropical Hawaiian villa into the film's atmospheric backdrop.

The horror thriller follows Lucy's tropical island homecoming, which quickly turns from a peaceful reunion with friends into a deadly struggle for survival when her family's chimp becomes savage and rabid. With her father away and no help available, Lucy and her friends must fight to survive against a predator they once trusted.

Roberts co-wrote the screenplay with Ernest Riera and directed the R-rated thriller, which is distributed by Paramount Pictures Corporation. The filmmaker previously helmed 47 METERS DOWN, establishing his reputation in the horror genre.
An official trailer has been released showcasing the film's premise and the transformation of the peaceful tropical setting into a dangerous environment where survival becomes paramount.

The comprehensive bonus features provide fans with multiple perspectives on the production process, from the director's vision to the cast's experiences and the technical aspects of bringing the horror story to screen. The commentary track and featurettes offer detailed insights into the creative decisions behind adapting the original concept into a full-length feature film.
With its combination of practical effects, atmospheric set design, and performances from both established and emerging talent, Primate represents Roberts' continued exploration of survival horror themes. The physical media release ensures that fans can experience the complete vision of the filmmakers through the extensive supplementary content.