Brad Pitt's 'Heart of the Beast' Survival Thriller Lands in Theaters

The new survival thriller "Heart of the Beast," starring Brad Pitt, premieres in U.S. theaters on Friday, September 25. Directed by David Ayer and written by Cameron Alexander, the film features Pitt as James Belmont, a retired Army Special Forces veteran who, along with his military combat dog Odin, grapples with PTSD from their experiences in the Middle East.

The narrative follows man and dog as they survive a plane crash and become stranded in the Alaskan wilderness, facing the challenges of nature. The cast also includes J.K. Simmons and Anna Lambe.

Currently, "Heart of the Beast" is exclusively showing in movie theaters. Information on showtimes can be found via Fandango. The film is not yet available for streaming or digital purchase.

While the movie is a Paramount Pictures release, it is not expected to stream on Netflix. Paramount films typically debut on the studio's own streaming service, Paramount+, rather than on Netflix. "Heart of the Beast" may eventually be available for purchase or rent on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video, but it will not be included with a Prime subscription in the near future.

Speculation suggests "Heart of the Beast" could begin streaming on Paramount+ around late December 2026. This projection is based on the release pattern of another recent Paramount film, "Scary Movie (2026)," which became available for digital purchase about a month after its theatrical debut and began streaming on Paramount+ approximately three months after its theatrical release. If "Heart of the Beast" follows a similar timeline, a digital release could occur in late October 2026, with a Paramount+ debut following in late December 2026. However, these dates are not officially confirmed, and the future consolidation of streaming platforms, such as the planned merger of Paramount+ and HBO Max, could influence release strategies.

For audiences eager to see the film, catching it in theaters remains the immediate option.