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Primate Film Falls Short of Break-Even Point
27 Feb
Summary
- Primate earned $41.3 million globally against a $21 million budget.
- The film needs $52.5 million to reach its break-even point.
- Primate is unlikely to significantly change its box office earnings.

Primate, a survival horror film directed by Johannes Roberts, premiered on January 9, 2026, to largely positive critical and audience reception. Despite its success on review aggregators, the film has grossed approximately $41.3 million worldwide. It currently holds the 10th highest-grossing release spot and fifth for horror titles in 2026.
With a production budget estimated at $21 million, Primate has surpassed its initial cost. However, applying the standard 2.5x multiplier rule for theatrical profitability, the film requires around $52.5 million globally to break even. As of February 27, 2026, Primate remains approximately $11.2 million short of this goal. Given the upcoming release of new films, it is unlikely to reach its break-even point during its theatrical run.




