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Edward Norton captivated critics and audiences alike with his film debut as an altar boy accused of murdering a Catholic archbishop. Richard Gere is the arrogant, spotlight-seeking defense attorney set on proving his client’s innocence, alongside a stellar supporting cast that includes Laura Linney, Alfre Woodard, Andre Braugher, Frances McDormand, Maura Tierney, Steven Bauer, Terry O’Quinn and John Mahoney.
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Disc 1
UHD
Primal Fear (1996)
130 min
ThrillerCrimeMysteryDrama
Defense attorney Martin Vail takes on jobs for money and prestige rather than any sense of the greater good. His latest case involves an altar boy, accused of brutally murdering the archbishop of Chicago. Vail finds himself up against his ex-pupil and ex-lover, but as the case progresses and the Church's dark secrets are revealed, Vail finds that what appeared a simple case takes on a darker, more dangerous aspect.
Credits
Director
Gregory Hoblit
Writer
Steve Shagan
Ann Biderman
Cast
Richard Gereas Martin Vail
Laura Linneyas Janet Venable
Edward Nortonas Aaron/Roy Stampler
John Mahoneyas Shaughnessy
Alfre Woodardas Shoat
Frances McDormandas Molly
Terry O'Quinnas Yancy
Andre Braugheras Goodman
Steven Baueras Pinero
Joe Spanoas Stenner
Cinematographer
Michael Chapman
Composer
James Newton Howard
Editor
David Rosenbloom
Producer
Gary Lucchesi
Images
Release Details
- Packaging
- Blu-ray Case
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 5, 2026