Primer
“What happens if it actually works?”
A group of fledgling inventors discover a complex method to manipulate reality. At first, they successfully game the stock market with it, but the consequences of the invention start to catch up with them.
Where to watch Primer in United States
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Where is Primer streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Arrow Video Amazon Channel, ARROW, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Pluto TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Hoopla, Plex | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | Sooner Amazon Channel, Sooner | — |
About Primer
Primer is a 2004 English-language science fiction, drama and thriller film directed by Shane Carruth. The cast is led by Shane Carruth, David Sullivan, Casey Gooden. It has a runtime of 1h 17m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 2400 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Primer was produced by erbp and made in United States of America. It was released on October 8, 2004, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Shane Carruth
- Writers
- Shane Carruth
- Release date
- October 8, 2004
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $0 million
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- erbp
Primer cast & crew
Primer was directed by Shane Carruth and written by Shane Carruth.
The cast features Shane Carruth as Aaron, David Sullivan as Abe, Casey Gooden as Robert, Anand Upadhyaya as Philip, Carrie Crawford as Kara, and Jay Butler as Metalshop Worker.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Troy Dick and it was produced by Shane Carruth.
Is Primer worth watching?
Primer holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 2,439 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.
At 1h 17m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy science fiction, drama, and thriller, Primer is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Primer
Primer isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Primer
Shane Carruth
Aaron
David Sullivan
Abe
Casey Gooden
Robert
Anand Upadhyaya
Philip
Carrie Crawford
Kara
Jay Butler
Metalshop Worker
John Carruth
Man On Couch #1
Juan Tapia
Man On Couch #2
Ashley Warren
Hostess
Samantha Thomson
Rachel Granger
Chip Carruth
Thomas Granger
Delaney Price
Laney
Primer — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Primer in United States?
Primer is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Primer in?
Primer is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Primer?
Primer runs 1 hours 17 minutes (77 minutes).
▸What is Primer rated?
Primer is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 2,439 ratings.
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