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The Primal Call

4.0191117mMovieRomanceDrama

A young woman who is engaged to a millionaire she doesn't love meets and falls in love with a rough sailor.

DirectorD.W. Griffith
WriterEmmett C. Hall

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Cast · Directed by D.W. Griffith

WLWilfred Lucas
Wilfred Lucas
The Fisherman
CMClaire McDowell
Claire McDowell
The Woman
GHGrace Henderson
Grace Henderson
The Woman's Mother
DHDell Henderson
Dell Henderson
The Creditor
JGJoseph Graybill
Joseph Graybill
The Millionaire
JD
John T. Dillon
The Millionaire's Friend / At Club
VPVivian Prescott
Vivian Prescott
The Millionaire's Girlfriend
DCDonald Crisp
Donald Crisp
At Club
FGFrancis J. Grandon
Francis J. Grandon
At Party / At Club
RHRobert Harron
Robert Harron
On Ship
FBFlorence La Badie
Florence La Badie
A Servant
WLWalter Long
Walter Long
Undetermined Role

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The Primal Call — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Primal Call?

The Primal Call isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is The Primal Call on Netflix?

No, The Primal Call is not on Netflix in Canada as of November 2026.

Is The Primal Call on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Primal Call isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Primal Call for free?

The Primal Call isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Primal Call?

The Primal Call hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around August 9, 1911. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.