The Animals (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2012, The Animals is a thriller film directed by Gino M. Santos, running about 80 minutes. “Everybody has a wild side.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in an affluent, upper middle class village in the suburbs, “The Animals” chronicles a day in the life of Jake, Trina, and Alex, who go through the musings that every kid in high school has to deal with. All Jake wants to do is have a good time, Alex just wants to fit in, and Trina simply wants more. A very vivid picture is painted of life in high school after the final bell rings, as well as a different side of the Philippines, and what is happening to its privileged children.
Who’s in it. The Animals stars Albie Casiño, Dawn Jimenez, Patrick Sugui and Vangie Martelle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Animals has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Animals page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Animals tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Animals (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Animals change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Animals worth watching?
- The Animals holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Animals?
- The Animals stars Albie Casiño, Dawn Jimenez, Patrick Sugui, Vangie Martelle and Micah Cabral.
- When was The Animals released?
- The Animals was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.