If you've been yearning to watch a horror film about a killer animal similar in tone to, say, Stephen King's Cujo, I've got some good news for you. Primate will stream soon. If you don't know what I'm talking about, you're in for a ride.

Primate follows a pretty simple story: A group of friends is repeatedly attacked by Ben, the family chimpanzee. As you can see from the trailer below, the cute pet turns savage and does some unspeakable things to the folks he used to cohabit peacefully with. This ain't no cuddly Punch the monkey story. And for that matter, it's no Bubbles story either, but never mind, go ask your parents.

Johnny Sequoyah stars alongside Jessica Alexander, Oscar-winner Troy Kotsur, Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter, Benjamin Chang, Charlie Mann, Tienne Simon and Miguel Torres Umba, who plays Ben. The film is helmed by The Strangers: Prey at Night director Johannes Roberts.

Keep reading for more info on when Primate will premiere and how to watch it with a VPN.

When to watch Primate on Paramount Plus

Primate is set to hit streaming in the US and Canada on Wednesday, March 25, on Paramount Plus.

Paramount Plus got another price hike earlier this year. There are two tiers the streamer offers: the Essential plan (with ads) costs $9 a month or $90 annually; the Premium (ad-free) option is $14 a month or $140 annually. If you opt for Premium, the extra dollars give you the ability to download titles, watch more of the Showtime library, and access your local CBS station.

How to watch Primate with a VPN

If you're traveling abroad and want to keep up with your favorite shows while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming. It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds, and can be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins.

VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security. However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN usage to access region-specific content. If you're considering a VPN for streaming, check the terms of service to ensure compliance.

ExpressVPN is our best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN. The service is compatible with a variety of devices. It typically costs $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100, you will get four months free and save 70%. Note that ExpressVPN offers a 30-day money-back guarantee.

If you choose to use a VPN, follow the installation instructions from the provider to make sure that you're connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN usage is crucial.