⚡ Survival Action Thriller (2026)
Universal / Will Packer
Rated R
1h 39m
★ 7.4 / 10 IMDb
Beast (2026)
"Survival is not a game. It is instinct."
Directed by: Baltasar Kormákur
ActionAdventureDramaThriller
Dolby Atmos 5.1
Theatrical Narrative & World
A wildlife biologist and his two daughters visit a protected game reserve in the remote savannas of Southern Africa, seeking healing after a family tragedy.
Their peaceful safari turns into a desperate struggle for survival when a rogue, hyper-intelligent apex predator begins stalking their damaged vehicle, seeking vengeance against all humans following a poacher massacre.
Key Thematic Highlights
Relentless Apex Predator
A terrifying battle of wits against a wounded, relentless rogue lion defending its territory.
Claustrophobic Survival
Taut, breathless suspense set inside a broken-down 4x4 surrounded by vast wilderness.
Stunning Savanna Photography
Filmed entirely on location in Limpopo, South Africa with natural golden hour light.
Production Details
| Production Studio | Universal Pictures / Will Packer Productions |
| Distribution | Universal Pictures |
| Release Year | 2026 |
| Screenplay Writers | Ryan Engle, Jaime Primak Sullivan |
| Music Score | Steven Price |
| Cinematography | Philippe Rousselot |
| Production Status | ● Official Theatrical Release |
IE
Idris Elba
Dr. Nate Samuels
A protective father forced to tap into primal instincts to defend his daughters.
SC
Sharlto Copley
Martin Battles
An anti-poaching wildlife expert who knows the land and the beasts that rule it.
IH
Iyana Halley
Meredith Samuels
Nate's brave teenage daughter who steps up in the face of mortal danger.
Technical Specifications & Exhibition Standards
| Runtime | 1h 39m |
| Sound Mix Channels | Dolby Atmos 5.1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 2.39:1 (Widescreen) |
| Production Budget | $36,000,000 |
| Worldwide Box Office | $88 Million |
| MPAA Classification | Rated R |
Fact #1
Utilized groundbreaking photorealistic creature animatronics and motion capture to ensure realistic animal physics.
Fact #2
Director Baltasar Kormákur utilized long continuous takes to heighten real-time suspense.
"Idris Elba is tremendous. A lean, mean, pulse-pounding survival thriller that never lets you breathe."
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