by ECI Released : 2026-09-25
Primetime is directed by Lance Oppenheim and stars Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen and Skyler Gisondo as Dan Plum. Set during the height of To Catch a Predator, the film follows Hansen as his television investigations become a major ratings success. Alongside him is Dan, an aspiring actor who joins the production as a decoy and finds himself drawn into the increasingly intense world of the show.
As the program grows in popularity, the pressure to deliver compelling television begins to shape the decisions made by the people behind it. The film explores the intersection of journalism, entertainment, and ambition through a dramatized look at one of the most recognizable television programs of its era.
Primetime is led by two standout performances from Pattinson and Gisondo. Pattinson brings a commanding presence to Hansen, capturing the character’s confidence and ambition as the demands of the show continue to grow. Gisondo provides an effective counterpoint as Dan, giving the film a character whose experience offers another perspective on the production.
Together, the two performances give the story much of its impact. Pattinson makes Hansen a compelling figure to watch, while Gisondo brings a sense of vulnerability to a young man trying to find his place in an unusual and unsettling environment. Their work keeps the film engaging as it examines the people behind the cameras as well as the spectacle in front of them.
Primetime is a compelling drama and worth seeing at a drive-in near you.
