Ben Affleck’s Animals is set to make its way to Netflix soon after its limited theatrical release. The upcoming thriller has already attracted enthusiastic reactions from viewers following the release of its trailer. As anticipation builds, the movie is set to reach a much wider audience on the streaming platform.
Ben Affleck’s Animals releases on Netflix next month
Ben Affleck’s Animals is set to arrive on Netflix on October 9, 2026, giving subscribers their first opportunity to watch the upcoming thriller from the actor and filmmaker. The movie will first receive a release in select theaters before moving to the streaming service next month. Affleck directed the film and shares writing credits with Connor O. McIntyre and Billy Ray.
The film follows Mark Kimball, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate whose son is abducted, leaving him and his wife with just a few hours to secure the ransom. Their financial situation makes the situation even more difficult, as much of their money has already been used to fund Mark’s political campaign. With few options remaining, the couple is forced to take increasingly desperate steps.
The teaser offers an early look at the circumstances surrounding Mark Kimball and his family. It opens with Mark answering a phone call that appears to alert him to the kidnapping, before cutting to brief shots that show the situation becoming increasingly serious.
Early reactions to the film’s teaser have been enthusiastic, with viewers already expressing high expectations for Affleck’s latest project. One fan, @marccuspop, wrote, “Ben Affleck directing and starring? This one already has my attention.” Another viewer, @chopstix0552637, commented, “Woahh I’ve never seen Ben Affleck in a role like this. I’m pumped.”
Affleck leads the cast as Mark Kimball, and Gillian Anderson, Kerry Washington, Steven Yeun, and Luis Gerardo Méndez also appear in supporting roles. Christopher Woodley plays Kimball’s kidnapped son.
