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Animals

2026 1 h 46 min Action · Drama · Thriller

A mayoral candidate's son is abducted, and the parents must raise a ransom within hours, forcing them to reveal a hidden side of their lives.

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About the film

Power can't protect you.

What it’s about

The son of a Los Angeles mayoral candidate is kidnapped. The parents have only a few hours to gather the ransom. Their savings went into the campaign, so they must resort to desperate measures and expose a part of their life they never wanted to reveal.

What hooks you

Ben Affleck directs and appears in the film. The cast includes Matt Damon, Gillian Anderson, Steven Yeun, Kerry Washington, and Adriana Paz. The screenplay is by Connor O. McIntyre and Billy Ray, with music by Harry Gregson-Williams and cinematography by Robert Elswit.

Who it’s for

It is worth a look for anyone who enjoys political thrillers where a high-stakes crime forces characters to confront their secrets. It will also appeal to those who like stories of desperate parents pushed to the edge.

Technical details
Country
United States
Year
2026
Genres
Action, Drama, Thriller, Crime
Running time
1h 46min
Age rating
17+
MPAA
R
World premiere
Oct 9, 2026

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Creative team

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Director Ben Affleck
Starring
  1. 01 Matt Damon Actor
  2. 02 Ben Affleck Mark Kimball
  3. 03 Gillian Anderson Actor
  4. 04 Steven Yeun Actor
  5. 05 Kerry Washington Actor
  6. 06 Adriana Paz Actor
  7. 07 Matt Gerald Actor
  8. 08 Luis Gerardo Méndez Actor
  9. 09 Ray Fisher Actor
  10. 10 Chris Gann Actor

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