Universal Pictures has released a brand-new official trailer for Beast

The trailer opens seeing Elba's character, Dr. Nate Daniels, landing a plane in South Africa with this two daughters

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That sees the beloved actor attempting to survive a lion attack and get his daughters and friend back home

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'Beast' Trailer Delivers Heart-Pounding Action in Idris Elba-Led Monster Thriller

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Elba is known for several iconic roles including the cool and calculating Stringer Bell from the HBO series The Wire.

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Idris Elba As Dr. Nate Samuels

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Sharlto Copley As Martin Battles

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Leah Jeffries As Norah Samuels

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'Beast' is prowling into theaters on August 19th

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