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Alpha

2018·Movie·PG-13·97 min·★ 6.6(2,838)

“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.

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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?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesSony Pictures Core Amazon Channel, YouTube FreeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Prime Video, Sony Liv, VI movies and tv, Sony Pictures Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
United KingdomSony Pictures Core Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaSony Pictures Core Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, CosmoGo, YouTube
AustraliaSony Pictures Core Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
Germany—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube
FranceRakuten TVApple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube
Spain—Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
BrazilSony One Amazon ChannelClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon 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
#wolf#ice age#human animal relationship#wilderness#survival#prehistory#snow#saber-toothed tiger#boy and dog#injury#pets#bison#upper palaeolithic#boar

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.

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Cast of Alpha

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Kodi Smit-McPhee

Keda

Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson

Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson

Tau

Marcin Kowalczyk

Marcin Kowalczyk

Sigma

Jens Hultén

Jens Hultén

Xi

Natassia Malthe

Natassia Malthe

Rho

Spencer Bogaert

Spencer Bogaert

Kappa

Mercedes de la Zerda

Mercedes de la Zerda

Nu

Leonor Varela

Leonor Varela

Shaman Woman

Priya Rajaratnam

Priya Rajaratnam

Huntress (uncredited)

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Nashon Douglas

Lion Tribe #3 (uncredited)

Michael Kruse-Dahl

Michael Kruse-Dahl

Lion Tribe #4 (uncredited)

Kyle Glenn Thomas

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.

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