The highly anticipated psychological thriller After the Hunt, featuring an award-winning performance from Julia Roberts, has finally received its streaming release date for UK audiences.
Streaming Release and Acclaimed Cast
Prime Video has confirmed that the film will be added to its library on November 20. Directed by the acclaimed Luca Guadagnino, the movie originally debuted in US cinemas back in October, where it quickly garnered praise for its powerful acting.
Julia Roberts takes on the role of Alma Imhoff, a philosophy professor at the prestigious Yale University. Her co-star, Andrew Garfield, portrays Henrik 'Hank' Gibson, a close colleague and friend whose life is upended by a serious accusation.
A Gripping Plot and Stellar Performances
The narrative centres on Professor Imhoff, who finds herself thrust into the heart of a university scandal when a student levels a sexual abuse accusation against her colleague, Garfield's character. The film explores the complex and morally ambiguous fallout from this event.
Initial critical reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with particular focus on the lead actors. One cinema-goer, Sleeperbloke, commented on social media, "Robert’s was terrific - as was Garfield." Another viewer, Diana M, wrote on Rotten Tomatoes that it was "an engaging thriller that left you with so many questions."
Critical Acclaim and Recent Award
The film's quality has been formally recognised, having just won a Visionary Tribute at the Gotham Independent Film Awards. Critics and audiences alike have praised not just the acting, but also the screenplay and unique cinematography.
Williams M highlighted the "truly perfect combo of writing, directing and acting," while David B hailed the film as "pure genius and good." The role of the philosophy student, Margaret 'Maggie' Resnick, is played by Ayo Edebiri, after Zendaya was initially attached to the part but reportedly dropped out.
After the Hunt begins streaming on Prime Video on November 20.
