A24 releases the trailer for “Primetime,” its upcoming crime thriller about Chris Hansen, the “To Catch a Predator” host. The film stars Robert Pattinson as Hansen and reimagines a pivotal chapter in the show’s history, when Hansen and a camera crew carry out sting operations aimed at catching predators. Multiple outlets describe the movie as a dramatic retelling of the investigative format associated with the series.
A24 has also set a release plan tied to festival and theatrical distribution. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in September following its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, according to IndieWire. ComingSoon.net reports A24 shares additional promotional materials, including a poster, and provides a trailer release date as part of its rollout.
Across the coverage, the focus stays on Pattinson’s casting and portrayal of Hansen, the film’s basis in the “To Catch a Predator” premise, and A24’s upcoming release timing after its Venice premiere.
