Primitive War Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Last modified: Jul. 28, 2025

Primitive War

Release Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025 Limited

Vietnam. 1968. A recon unit known as Vulture Squad is sent to an isolated jungle valley to uncover the fate of a missing Green Beret platoon. They soon discover they are not alone and must face the most terrifying creatures to ever walk the earth.

Director: Luke Sparke

Starring: Anthony Ingruber • Aaron Glenane • Tricia Helfer • Nick Wechsler • Ana Thu Nguyen

N/A Action 2 hrs, 7 m

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: A search and rescue team known as Vulture Squad is sent to an isolated jungle valley to uncover the fate of a missing Green Beret platoon. As they hunt the primordial depths of the valley, they discover ancient horrors that not only threaten to unravel their minds, but they will end their lives as well. Dinosaurs have somehow been unleashed...! When the casualties mount, the men of Vulture Squad must abandon their human nature and give in to their savage instincts in order to survive…the Primitive War.

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Who stars in Primitive War – Cast List

A
Anthony Ingruber
A
Aaron Glenane
Danger Close, Interceptor
T
Tricia Helfer
Open House, A Beginner's Guide to Endings
N
Nick Wechsler
A
Ana Thu Nguyen
Mortal Kombat II
J
Jake Ryan
Take My Hand, Age of Summer

Who is making Primitive War – Crew List

A look at Primitive War behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Luke Sparke last helmed Bring Him to Me and Occupation.

Director: Luke Sparke
Screenwriters: —

Studio: Sparke Films
Production Companies: —

Production – What we know about the Primitive War

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Apr 2025

Completed

Changed Primitive War movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: N/A Not available
Runtime: 2 hrs, 7 m
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Primitive War Trailers and Clips

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Primitive War Release Date: When was the film released?

Primitive War was released in limited movie theaters on Thursday, August 21 , 2025. There were two other movies released on the same date, including Black Swan and Boxcutter. As a limited release, Primitive War was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

The estimated home release date for Primitive War is currently being determined. Stay tuned!