About the film
When their son is kidnapped, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate and his wife race to gather the ransom money. As time runs out, their desperate attempts to save their child lead them into a dangerous web of secrets, risky decisions, and life-changing consequences.
Editorial review
Netflix released the political thriller Animals, where Ben Affleck plays an LA mayoral candidate whose son is kidnapped. Some critics call it a catastrophe, others praise the tension and the acting. The truth, as always, is somewhere in between.
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When was “Animals” released?
Premiere: 9 October 2026.
How long is “Animals”?
Runtime: 1 h 46 min.
Where can I watch “Animals”?
Available online on: Netflix.
Who stars in “Animals”?
Starring: Ben Affleck, Kerry Washington, Steven Yeun, Gillian Anderson and others.
What age rating does “Animals” have?
Age rating: R.
Who directed “Animals”?
Director: Ben Affleck.
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