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Primal Fear

7.719962h 10m18MovieCrimeDramaThriller

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…

DirectorGregory Hoblit
WritersSteve Shagan·Ann Biderman
ProducersHawk Koch·Gary Lucchesi

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Availability shown for Ireland · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Gregory Hoblit

Richard Gere
Richard Gere
Martin Vail
Laura Linney
Laura Linney
Janet Venable
Edward Norton
Edward Norton
Aaron/Roy Stampler
John Mahoney
John Mahoney
Shaughnessy
Alfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Shoat
Frances McDormand
Frances McDormand
Molly
Terry O'Quinn
Terry O'Quinn
Yancy
Andre Braugher
Andre Braugher
Goodman
Steven Bauer
Steven Bauer
Pinero
Joe Spano
Joe Spano
Stenner
Tony Plana
Tony Plana
Martinez
Stanley Anderson
Stanley Anderson
Rushman

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Primal Fear — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Primal Fear?

Primal Fear is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount+ in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Primal Fear on Netflix?

No, Primal Fear is not on Netflix in Ireland as of August 2026. It's currently on Paramount Plus and Paramount Plus Premium.

Is Primal Fear on Amazon Prime Video?

Primal Fear isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in Ireland, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Primal Fear for free?

Primal Fear is available on Paramount Plus and Paramount Plus Premium in Ireland, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.