Chris Hansen Comments on Upcoming Film "Primetime" Starring Robert Pattinson
Former "To Catch a Predator" host Chris Hansen said he has not seen the film "Primetime" yet and offered preliminary thoughts on its trailer, noting he was not consulted on the project and would have preferred a different actor to portray him.
Chris Hansen told podcaster Annie Elise that he has not yet watched the upcoming film "Primetime," which features Robert Pattinson, and therefore will reserve judgment until its release next week. He said the filmmakers approached him a few months ago about using his name, but the project was already underway before they made contact. Hansen described the trailer as "very dramatic" and questioned the motivations behind the film, adding that his name was likely used for commercial benefit. He also mentioned that he did not get to choose the actor to play him; he had previously imagined Denis Leary in the role. Hansen concluded by stating he is focused on his own work. The movie also includes performances by Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Phoebe Bridgers, Matthew Maher and Bokeem Woodbine.