Primitive War: Dinosaur survival thriller’s plot, production, trailer and cast

The survival thriller Primitive War, directed by Luke Sparke, has released its first footage. Starring Jeremy Piven, Tricia Helfer and Ryan Kwanten, the film brings together a blend of jungle warfare and dinosaurs. The movie is based on Ethan Pettus's novel of the same name.

Plot

Primitive War merges dinosaur encounters with jungle combat, setting the stage for an intense survival story. The plot follows Vulture Squad, a recon team in 1968, sent to locate a missing platoon in a remote jungle. They soon face unexpected prehistoric threats. The narrative brings a unique mix of war and primal survival in a hostile environment.

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Production and Cast

The film stars Jeremy Piven, Tricia Helfer and Ryan Kwanten. It was shot on the Gold Coast in Australia, using local crew and real jungle locations to create a realistic experience. The cast includes Nick Wechsler, Anthony Ingruber, Aaron Glenane, Carlos Sanson Jr. and Ana Thu Nguyen.

Director

Luke Sparke, the director and writer, adapted the story from Ethan Pettus’s novel. Sparke recalls the novel’s striking cover showing a soldier against a Utahraptor, which inspired him to bring this concept to the screen.

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Trailer

Here is the trailer.

FAQs

What is the premise of Primitive War?
The story follows a recon team facing dinosaurs in a Vietnam War-era jungle after searching for a missing platoon.

When will Primitive War be released?
The film is set for a global release in 2025, with international sales managed by Film Mode.