Ben Affleck crime thriller Animals to premiere on Netflix

The crime thriller Animals is scheduled for release on Netflix on October 9, 2026. Ben Affleck serves as the film’s director, co-screenwriter, and lead actor, playing Mark Kimball, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate.

The plot follows the kidnapping of Kimball’s son, a crisis that forces his wife, Abigail (played by Kerry Washington), and Kimball into a desperate struggle for survival involving political intrigue and personal secrets. The production also features Gillian Anderson, Steven Yeun, and Adriana Paz.

Matt Damon is credited as a producer on the project. The film’s premiere recently took place on a red carpet in Los Angeles.