Los Angeles, CA – September 16, 2025 – Fans rejoice! Samuel Goldwyn Films announced today that the company will release “Primitive War” on VOD platforms on October 3rd. The dinosaur Vietnam War thriller had a nationwide release in theaters on August 21st, grossing above and beyond expectations – with sold out showings and huge audience reaction.
The film is directed by Luke Sparke and stars Ryan Kwanten (“True Blood”), Tricia Helfer (“Battlestar Galactica,” “Lucifer”), Nick Wechsler (“The Boys”), and Jeremy Piven (“Entourage”).
The first trailer for the film garnered over a million views in the first 24 hours of release, and director Luke Sparke made history as an Australian independent filmmaker when the film held its panel to a full room in Ballroom 20 at San Diego Comic-Con this past Summer.
“‘Primitive War’ grossed over a million dollars in its limited US release with a 90% audience Popcornmeter and positive reactions across social media platforms. We’re very excited to bring this film to greater success after its ongoing theatrical run,” said SGF president Peter Goldwyn.
Known for his gritty, suspenseful directing style, Luke Sparke’s latest film, “Primitive War,” takes place during the Vietnam War in 1968. A search and rescue team known as “Vulture Squad” is sent to an isolated jungle valley to uncover the fate of a missing Green Beret platoon. As they hunt through the primordial depths of the valley, they discover ancient horrors that not only threaten to unravel their minds but also to end their lives. Dinosaurs have somehow been unleashed, and when the casualties mount, the members of “Vulture Squad” must abandon their human nature and give in to their savage instincts to survive…
Sparke added, “I can’t wait for the film to be unleashed across North America digitally, so everyone has a chance to finally see it after the tiny theatrical release. The response has been amazing so far, and I hope this release finds even more fans to support this crazy-bonkers-film, but one that seems people are craving right now.” The film’s producers, including Sparke, also include Carmel Imrie, Carly Sparke, executive producers Geoff Imrie and Luke Sparke, and co-producer Alex Becconsall. Fans can pre-order HERE.
Available on VOD October 3rd
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