

Alpha
“Leaders are born from survival”
In the prehistoric past, Keda, a young and inexperienced hunter, struggles to return home after being separated from his tribe when bison hunting goes awry. On his way back he will find an unexpected ally.
Where to watch Alpha in United States
Can I watch Alpha in United States? Yes — you can stream Alpha in United States on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and YouTube Free, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Click a service to open Alpha there. Availability last verified on October 20, 2026.
Where is Alpha streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, YouTube Free | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | Amazon Prime Video, Sony Liv, VI movies and tv, Sony Pictures Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube |
| Australia | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| France | Rakuten TV | Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Sony One Amazon Channel | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD |
About Alpha
Alpha is a 2018 English-language adventure and drama film directed by Albert Hughes. The cast is led by Kodi Smit-McPhee, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Marcin Kowalczyk. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 2800 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, YouTube Free.
Alpha was produced by Studio 8, Columbia Pictures, and Fosun Pictures and made in Canada and United States of America. It was released on August 17, 2018, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $51 million, it went on to gross $100 million worldwide.
- Director
- Albert Hughes
- Writers
- Dan Wiedenhaupt, Albert Hughes
- Release date
- August 17, 2018
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Budget
- $51 million
- Box office
- $100 million
- Production
- Studio 8, Columbia Pictures, Fosun Pictures
Alpha cast & crew
Alpha was directed by Albert Hughes and written by Dan Wiedenhaupt and Albert Hughes.
The cast features Kodi Smit-McPhee as Keda, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson as Tau, Marcin Kowalczyk as Sigma, Jens Hultén as Xi, Natassia Malthe as Rho, and Spencer Bogaert as Kappa.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Martin Gschlacht and it was produced by Andrew Rona and Albert Hughes.
Is Alpha worth watching?
Alpha holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 2,838 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure and drama, Alpha is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Alpha
In United States, you can stream Alpha on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel and YouTube Free, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Alpha

Kodi Smit-McPhee
Keda

Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson
Tau

Marcin Kowalczyk
Sigma

Jens Hultén
Xi

Natassia Malthe
Rho

Spencer Bogaert
Kappa

Mercedes de la Zerda
Nu

Leonor Varela
Shaman Woman

Priya Rajaratnam
Huntress (uncredited)
Nashon Douglas
Lion Tribe #3 (uncredited)

Michael Kruse-Dahl
Lion Tribe #4 (uncredited)

Kyle Glenn Thomas
Lion Tribe #9 (uncredited)
Alpha — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Alpha in United States?
Alpha is streaming on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, YouTube Free in United States.
▸Is Alpha on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel?
Yes — Alpha is currently available on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is Alpha in?
Alpha is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Alpha?
Alpha runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Alpha rated?
Alpha is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 2,838 ratings.











