Brighton Screens Primetime
A new film about the making of a reality TV show is coming to Brighton's Duke of York's Picturehouse, exploring the blurred lines between justice and entertainment. With a strong cast and a thought-provoking storyline, this is a screening not to be missed.
Dir: Lance Oppenheim
Cast: Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, Phoebe Bridgers, Victor Brunette, Bokeem Woodbine, Michael Chachere
110 mins · 2026 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English
IMDb 8.7/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 75/100 · TMDB 6.8/10 · Trakt 71%
Awards: 1 nomination total
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Primetime took place 30 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026 at Duke of York's Picturehouse (Brighton).
The film Primetime has been well-received, with scores of 8.7/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71% on Trakt.
What is the film about? The film Primetime tells the story of Chris Hansen, the host of the reality TV show To Catch a Predator, and the events that unfold when a high-stakes operation goes fatally wrong. The film explores the intersection of justice, entertainment, and exploitation, raising questions about ambition and morality.
Who made it and who's in it? The film was written by Ajon Singh and directed by Lance Oppenheim, with a cast that includes Robert Pattinson, Merritt Wever, and Skyler Gisondo. The film also features Phoebe Bridgers, who contributed to the soundtrack.
What kind of film is it? Primetime is a drama and thriller film, with a runtime of 110 minutes and a certificate of 15. The film is in English and was produced in the United States. The screening will take place at the Duke of York's Picturehouse in Brighton on Thursday, 29 October 2026, and tickets or details are available with the button beside this article.
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What viewers say
MattisR3D · 8/10
Whoa…I’m honestly kind of lost for words. I expected a movie about To Catch a Predator, but this movie becomes this incredibly uncomfortable examination of justice vs. entertainment and what happens when catching horrible people becomes mixed with ratings, fame, ego, and spectacle. Robert Pattinson is fucking FANTASTIC as Chris Hansen, and the entire movie has this grimy, unsettling atmosphere that sometimes feels like horror. Definitely one I’m…
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fasterfilmcritic · 7/10
Primetime explores the uncomfortable intersection of justice, entertainment, and exploitation, and asks some interesting questions about ambition and morality. The aesthetic and mood are the film's strongest elements, but the scope of the story is wide and shallow. Robert Pattinson is excellent, and there is no shortage of uncomfortable conversations, yet themes this heavy should be explored with greater poignancy. Primetime is disturbing,…
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GodJester · 7/10
Exploring the hypocrisies and self-serving aspects of the people behind To Catch A Predator is a difficult if not impossible thing to do. Because no matter how deplorable their behavior or reasoning for their actions there will always be the argument that the ends justify the means. Maybe that’s the point and that’s what the film wants the audience to think about, I know I certainly will. Looking at this purely as a film it’s well acted, well…
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Rin J Tohsaka · 8/10
Big props to Lance Oppenheim and the cast including Robert Pattinson for making Primetime work. Do love the vibe the movie gives from something you watch on TV in 2000s. To be honest I still prefer David Osit documentary over Primetime if want to learn more about Chris Hansen show, which covers more things that Primetime didn’t.
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Zuze29 · 6/10
A24's Primetime was an interesting watch. It has so many elements to unpack, yet I can't confidently say I loved it as much as most. Robert Pattinson's performance as Chris Hansen was excellent, and by far the standout of the film. The cinematography and unique colour design kept you trapped in the uncanny and creepy true story brought to life. Across the board the cast sparked discomfort in the audience with their explicit dialogue and skilled…
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SunnyGabe · 7/10
Stunning performances and visual production. Really manages to transport you back to the early 2000s. Tense and genuinely unsettling, even horror-esque. The ending felt super abrupt and unfinished though, would have loved 15 minutes more to give it a more fitting conclusion.
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SkinnyFilmBuff · 8/10
The story and controversy behind Chris Hansen's famous/infamous show takes a back seat to character exploration. It's a successful approach thanks to Robert Pattinson's brilliantly unhinged performance. I also appreciated the more make-your-own-opinion style telling, avoiding the feeling of being force fed an opinion.
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Nan_ · 6/10
intéressant, interrogé notre zone grise morale ! j'en attendais plus je pense mais le film passe vite et est chouette
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