THE NEW MUTANTS Is Heading Straight To VOD; Now Available To Pre-Order On Amazon

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Fans have been wondering about the status of The New Mutants since it was removed from its theatrical release schedule (it was actually supposed to hit theaters last month) after the mass COVID-19-related production delays and postponements, and now we finally know what’s going on with the Josh Boone-directed X-Men spinoff.

NEW MUTANTS Director Confirms That The Movie Will Feature A “Beautiful Same-Sex Love Story”

There was speculation that Disney may choose to release the film on Disney+ (an unlikely move given the current deal between the Disney-owned Fox and HBO), but it’s now come to light that The New Mutants will be heading straight to Video On Demand platforms.

Trailer Track’s Anton Volkov has discovered that the movie is already available to pre-order on Amazon Prime Video. There’s no sign of a release date, but it will cost $25.99 in The US and £13.99 in The UK.

Although this isn’t a particularly surprising development, it is odd that we haven’t had some kind of official announcement. Disney does have an earnings call scheduled for tomorrow, however, so there’s a good chance we’ll learn more about the studio’s decision then.

We’ll keep you guys updated, but for now let us know if you intend on purchasing The New Mutants on VOD when it becomes available.

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THE CLONE WARS’ Sam Witwer Thinks Rian Johnson Failed To Do His “Homework” With STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI

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Sam Witwer has plenty of experience in a Galaxy Far, Far Away after playing both Starkiller and Maul over the years, but he’s now made some very interesting comments about Star Wars: The Last Jedi. That movie remains as divisive as ever, of course, and even Mark Hamill has shared his concerns about how Luke Skywalker was portrayed in Episode VIII. 

During a recent Twitch stream (via CBR), Witwer said: “Last Jedi, to me, felt like a movie made by a guy who hadn’t quite done his homework. I think Rian Johnson’s a talented guy, but Bruce Lee didn’t develop Jeet Kune Do without learning Kung Fu first. You can’t reinvent Star Wars without knowing Star Wars first.”

“[He] didn’t — for me — make a compelling argument for why Luke didn’t go and help his sister,” he added.

“This is just my opinion, guys,” The Clone Wars star was quick to add. “There were a lot of things in The Last Jedi I found compelling in a Rian Johnson filmmaker point of view. They just didn’t fit into Star Wars. I don’t think he did his Star Wars homework. The themes, what it’s about, what the characters are about.”

“But as a standalone film, if I don’t know what the Jedi are or who Luke is or what he represents, I think there’s some compelling things in there. If that’s meaningful to you, that’s awesome.”

Witwer is entitled to his opinion, and what he’s saying here will likely resonate with a lot of fans who didn’t enjoy what Johnson brought to the table with The Last Jedi. Of course, The Rise of Skywalker remains equally as divisive, so debates like these are likely to rage for years to come. 

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BATWOMAN: Say Hello To Hush In The New Promo For Season 1, Episode 19: “A Secret Kept From All the Rest”

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Next week, Batwoman introduces one of Batman’s most iconic villains as Hush arrives in Gotham to cause all kinds of trouble for Kate Kane (Ruby Rose) and her team, but before she can get on the case, it looks like he’ll first catch the eye of Commander Kane (Dougray Scott), Sophie (Meagan Tandy) and the Crows. 

Meanwhile, Kate will also be dealing iwth a recent betrayal that sends her on a downward spiral as she begins questioning the loyalty of everyone around her just when she needs them most. 


 

“A Secret Kept From All the Rest” – (8:00-9:00 p.m. ET) (TV-14, DLV) (HDTV)

CRACKING THE CODE – When members of Gotham’s intelligentsia begin disappearing, Commander Kane (Dougray Scott), Sophie (Meagan Tandy) and the Crows go searching for the newest homicidal threat to the city. In the meantime, Kate (Ruby Rose) is consumed with someone’s betrayal and starts questioning the loyalty of everyone around her just when she needs them most. So when Luke (Camrus Johnson) and Julia (guest star Christina Wolfe) go missing, Batwoman must rely on Mary (Nicole Kang) and a former foe to deploy her rescue mission. Meanwhile, Alice (Rachel Skarsten) enlists Tommy Elliot (guest star Gabriel Mann) to help acquire an elusive item that her sister also seeks. Greg Beeman directed the episode written by Jerry Shandy and Kelly Larson (#119). Original airdate 5/10/2020.

   

   

Kate Kane never planned to be Gotham’s new vigilante. Three years after Batman mysteriously disappeared, Gotham is a city in despair. Without the Caped Crusader, the Gotham City Police Department was overrun and outgunned by criminal gangs. Enter Jacob Kane and his military-grade Crows Private Security, which now protects the city with omnipresent firepower and militia. Years before, Jacob’s first wife and daughter were killed in the crossfire of Gotham crime. He sent his only surviving daughter, Kate Kane, away from Gotham for her safety. After a dishonorable discharge from military school and years of brutal survival training, Kate returns home when the Alice in Wonderland gang targets her father and his security firm, by kidnapping his best Crow officer Sophie Moore. Although remarried to wealthy socialite Catherine Hamilton-Kane, who bankrolls the Crows, Jacob is still struggling with the family he lost, while keeping Kate — the daughter he still has — at a distance. But Kate is a woman who’s done asking for permission. In order to help her family and her city, she’ll have to become the one thing her father loathes — a dark knight vigilante. With the help of her compassionate stepsister, Mary, and the crafty Luke Fox, the son of Wayne Enterprises’ tech guru Lucius Fox, Kate Kane continues the legacy of her missing cousin, Bruce Wayne, as Batwoman. Still holding a flame for her ex-girlfriend, Sophie, Kate uses everything in her power to combat the dark machinations of the psychotic Alice, who’s always somewhere slipping between sane and insane. Armed with a passion for social justice and a flair for speaking her mind, Kate soars through the shadowed streets of Gotham as Batwoman. But don’t call her a hero yet. In a city desperate for a savior, she must first overcome her own demons before embracing the call to be Gotham’s symbol of hope.

Batwoman features:
Ruby Rose as Kate Kane/Batwoman
Rachel Skarsten as Alice
Meagan Tandy as Sophie Moore
Nicole Kang as Mary Hamilton
Camrus Johnson as Luke Fox
Elizabeth Anweis as Catherine Hamilton-Kane
Dougray Scott as Jacob Kane

Batwoman returns with an all-new episode on May 3
 

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Scarlett Johansson, Margot Robbie & More Take Part In Awesome “Boss B*tch Fight Challenge” Video

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There are a few of these TikTok fight videos doing the rounds online, but we think you’ll agree that this is the best yet.

Actress and stunwoman Zoë Bell (Once Upon a Time in Hollywood) has rounded up some big names to take part in the “Boss Bitch Fight Challenge.” Featuring the likes of Margot Robbie (Birds of Prey), Scarlett Johansson (Black Widow), Rosario Dawson (Daredevil), Thandie Newton (Westworld) and many more familiar faces, there are some very inventive retaliations along with some impressive – not to mention quite dangerous-looking – stunts.

Plus, there’s a couple of little nods to some of the characters these stars are best-known for, such as Robbie grabbing Harley Quinn’s baseball bat and Daryl Hannah paying homage to Elle Driver from Kill Bill.

Check out the video for yourselves and see if you can spot any more!

“Here it is……! Kicking lockdown boredom with some of the coolest,” Bell wrote on Instagram. “Ladies, you are all my heroes. ❤️👊❤️ ‘ 📣 a massive personal shout out to @bodhihorn for editing the flick and my stress levels! ”

Here’s a full list of the participants: Lucy Lawless, Tara Macken, Drew Barrymore, Juliette Lewis, Tamiko Brownlee, Rosario Dawson, Amy Johnson, Cameron Diaz, Kim Murphy, Daniela Ruah, Michaela McAllister, Kaitlin Olson, Lauren Mary Kim, Florence Pugh, Julia Butters, Angela Meryl, Sarah Irwin, Daryl Hannah, Sophia Di Martino, Tracie Thoms, Shauna Duggins, Zoe Saldana, Ming Qiu, Renée Goldsberry, Rosie Perez, Lilly Aspell, Thandie Newton, Mel Stubbs, Jessie Graff, Monique Ganderton, Halle Berry, Heidi Moneymaker, Scarlett Johansson, Dayna Grant, Margot Robbie, Renae Moneymaker, and KT Tunstall.

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WWE Superstar Becky Lynch Is Reportedly Set To Appear In An Upcoming Marvel Movie

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Last week, it was confirmed that WWE Superstar Becky Lynch is set to make a guest appearance in Showtime’s Billions, but a Marvel movie role is also seemingly in the cards for the RAW Women’s Champion.

There’s been talk for a while of “The Man” making a move to Hollywood, and the Irish wrestler has also spoken about receiving acting advice from John Cena and Dwayne Johnson. Now, former Variety reporter Kris Tapley has mentioned in passing that we’ll see Lynch in an upcoming Marvel movie. He doesn’t specify which one, but it sounds like her role has been filmed. 

With that in mind, Black Widow is a strong possibility, as is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. However, as we don’t know for sure whether this is a Marvel Studios production, Lynch could make an appearance in either Venom: Let There Be Carnage or Morbius

Recently, it was reported that a major women’s magazine is planning to do a feature on the popular WWE Superstar, so it definitely feels like Lynch is about to break into the mainstream. 

Who do you guys think she could end up playing on the big screen? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section, and check out more WWE news over at The Ring Report!
 

Becky Lynch grabbing Hollywood’s eye. (Psst: She’s also in a certain upcoming Marvel movie…) https://t.co/Ses4qx2sNK

— Kris Tapley (@kristapley) May 2, 2020

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ANT-MAN 3 Director Peyton Reed Teases Return Of ANT-MAN AND THE WASP Villain Sonny Burch

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Walton Goggins didn’t get the biggest role in Ant-Man and The Wasp, but he still made a memorable impact as Sonny Burch. The villain spent most of the movie trying to steal Hank Pym’s laboratory from Scott Lang and company, and ultimately ended up confessing his guilt to authorities after a well-timed dose of truth serum. 

After Sonny mentioned a mysterious “Benefactor” in the Marvel sequel, speculation has been running rampant about who it could be. Initially, fans wondered if it might be Norman Osborn, but with rumours swirling that Ant-Man 3 will feature M.O.D.O.K., it’s feasible that he’s the one who has been pulling the strings behind the scenes. 

We’ll soon find out, of course, but director Peyton Reed has now taken to Twitter to tease the possibility of Burch making his return. It would definitely be good to see more of that character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and an effective way of tying this trilogy of movies together. 

There have also been rumblings about Ant-Man 3 laying the groundwork for the introduction of the Young Avengers, so the threequel (which is likely going to be released in 2023) is looking pretty busy.
 

There’s always a chance. #AntMan https://t.co/BqRxcANigf

— Peyton Reed (@MrPeytonReed) May 2, 2020

Which comic book accurate costumes do we want to see
in the MCU? Click on the “Next” button below to find out!

 

10. Star-Lord

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The fact that the Guardians of the Galaxy received a re-design when they arrived in the Marvel Cinematic Universe was no bad thing. However, by the time the sequel rolled around, many fans hoped that we would see the team in their classic comic book uniforms. Sadly, that wasn’t to be. 

However, with Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, it feels like the right time to make that happen, especially after their brief stint on Earth fighting alongside The Avengers. They are superheroes, after all, and Star-Lord is a character who would definitely look even cooler with a comic accurate costume. 

It’s something that’s been explored in concept art, too, so here’s hoping we finally get to see it. 
 

9. Black Panther

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T’Challa’s costume in both Captain America: Civil War and Black Panther was awesome, but it was definitely missing something. In many ways, Killmonger looked more like the classic comic book version of the hero thanks to the gold on his Vibranium suit, and we still haven’t seen that familiar cape. 

Even if it’s just a ceremonial item rather than something T’Challa wears into battle (which we’re pretty sure would still look awesome), Black Panther II is surely the best place to introduce this.

By that point, he’ll have been the King of Wakanda for a while, so some changes to his appearance – particularly while serving as the nation’s leader – are to be expected and would fit the story well.
 

8. Wolverine

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We’re not going to focus too much on the X-Men here (or the Fantastic Four, for that matter) as it’s clear that their Marvel Cinematic Universe debut is still a long way off at this point.

Despite that, Wolverine is still a character we need to talk about, especially when his iconic blue and yellow suit is one we’ve been desperate to see on the big screen since X-Men was released over two decades go. Unfortunately, it never happened, but Marvel Studios can make that right. 

This isn’t a hard costume to pull off and crazier designs than this have worked in the MCU before now. It might need to undergo a few tweaks, but Wolverine without this suit again would be a travesty.
 

7. Thor

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Chris Hemsworth’s Thor has rocked a lot of memorable costumes since we first met him in 2011, and while they’ve all paid homage to the source material in various ways, he’s never been decked out in Asgardian armour that’s exactly like what he used to wear in the comic books. 

In some ways, that’s perfectly understandable; after all, there’s no denying that it looks a little goofy!

Taika Waititi feels like a filmmaker capable of pulling it off, though, and given what unique visuals he made use of in Thor: Ragnarok, we’re sure the same will be the case in Thor: Love and Thunder. The tunic, blue tights, and even winged helmet could all work in the right setting, and Marvel Studios’ talented team of concept artists surely wouldn’t struggle to pull it off. 
 

6. Hawkeye

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With Kate Bishop’s introduction in the Hawkeye TV series looming, it’s beginning to feel like Clint Barton’s time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is nearing its end. His time as Ronin is bound to be explored there, and after spending five years without his family, Clint could be ready to retire. 

With rumours swirling that Trickshot (his brother) is set to make an appearance in the show, why not take us back to their time in the circus and give Hawkeye his traditional comic book costume? 

That’s probably the only way it would work on screen at this stage, but it would still be cool to see, especially if it elaborates on why he became known as “Hawkeye” and, uh, always wears purple! 
 

5. Black Knight

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Kit Harington will play Black Knight in Eternals next year (it was supposed to be released this November), and there are rumours that he’s going to don a comic accurate version of the hero’s suit.

We don’t know how reliable those are, unfortunately, and some fans have theorised that this version of Dane Whitman could just be an actor who plays the Black Knight or something similar. That’s completely unfounded, of course, but just look at what once happened with The Mandarin!

While there’s no denying that this role feels quite similar to Jon Snow, we’re definitely keen to see Harington to wield a sword in the MCU as a superhero, and he’ll need this costume to do so. 
 

4. Doctor Strange

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The Marvel Cinematic Universe’s version of Doctor Strange has always looked pretty cool, but there’s definitely been something lacking. Honestly, the best costume he had was in Thor: Ragnarok when Taika Waititi decided to give the hero those classic yellow gloves from the comics! 

For the most part, Strange’s costume feels a little too grounded, and now he’s moved on from his time in Kamar-Taj, we would definitely be on board with him donning something more fantastical.

The image above is a good representation of what we’re talking about, and Sam Raimi definitely feels like the right filmmaker to make that happen. Like the Guardians of the Galaxy, the Sorcerer Supreme is still a superhero, and him looking a little more like one is a must moving forward. 
 

3. Scarlet Witch

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Talking of Doctor Strange, the Scarlet Witch is set to appear in the Sorcerer Supreme’s sequel following the events of the WandaVision series coming to Disney+. Now, we already know that Wanda is going to wear a Halloween costume which pays homage to her classic appearance, and while that’s a fun nod for fans, why not make it a little more permanent? 

We’re sure that Marvel Studios could pull off a slightly more realistic version of the suit we’ll see on the streaming service, and there’s even concept art of that from Avengers: Age of Ultron

If the hero is going to lose the plot and fully embrace her magical powers in Phase 4, then a comic accurate appearance like this does make sense. There are ways for it to be tweaked (it arguably doesn’t need to be that revealing), and this deserves to be more than just an Easter Egg. 
 

2. Spider-Man

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Had Sony Pictures not been so adamant on rushing a Venom movie into theaters, perhaps we could have seen Peter Parker return from Titan with a brand new, alien costume. Marvel Studios could have then explored that, before introducing Venom, a character who could have later appeared in his own spinoff in the SUMC (Sony’s Universe of Marvel Characters). 

Things didn’t play out that way, and as of right now, Spider-Man is still wearing a suit created with Stark tech. That’s not the end of the world by any means, but how much cooler would this have been? 

It’s possible now he’s on the run and potentially being tracked by Kraven the Hunter, Spidey could don a different version of this suit, and we’re definitely hoping it’s as comic accurate as the one above. 
 

1. Ms. Marvel

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There are a lot of new heroes coming to Disney+, and we’re confident that both Moon Knight and She-Hulk will end up looking like their respective comic book counterparts. What about Ms. Marvel? 

Well, you have to believe that there’s a temptation to redesign the character (something we’ve already seen in the Avengers video game), but there’s really no need. The fact that she wears what is essentially a home-made costume is part of her charm, and while there’s a risk that could change as she gets older and becomes an Avenger, we’d love to see this for the time being. 

The mask is another must, as is the sash, and if it’s true that the Inhumans are going to be making an appearance, then it goes without saying they need their proper costumes in the MCU as well. 
 

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STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT III Reportedly Scrapped, But We May Be Getting A JEDI: FALLEN ORDER Sequel

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DICE confirmed last week that the recent Scarif expansion for Star Wars Battlefront II will be its last. While they promised support for “years” to come, a new report claims that it won’t involve a third instalment. According to Bespin Bulletin (which has been a reliable source of news many times in the past), DICE is instead focusing on the next instalment of the Battlefield franchise.

The first Battlefront game was criticised for being online-only, and while the second did feature a story mode, it’s often been blasted for an over reliance on micro transactions. 

On the plus side, there is some good news for EA’s Star Wars – Jedi: Fallen Order series of games. 

The Instagram page also clams that a second chapter is slated for sometime in 2022, a move which definitely makes sense after how well the first one performed. Not everyone loved it, of course, but sales were through the roof and reviews were mostly positive. 

You can find more details in the post below, and we’ll keep you guys updated when we learn more. 
 

EXCLUSIVE: EA has no plans for a ‘Battlefront III’

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Will Arnett’s LEGO BATMAN Returns For A Message To Kids About Covid-19

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With the recent outbreak of Covid-19 keeping people across the world at home and stopping most of production across Hollywood, one of the most significant affects of the outbreak has been how children have been kept at home.

In light of this, LEGO has decided to release a video featuring LEGO Batman, reprised by Will Arnett from his previous appearances in The LEGO Movie, it’s sequel, and the spinoff LEGO Batman movie. The clip also features the return of Ralph Fiennes as the voice of Alfred, as they talk about the recent outbreak of Covid-19.

LEGO Batman has an important message for all you Batfans on how you too can be a super hero! 🌟
Thanks @arnettwill Ralph Fiennes and @pistudios for your support 🤗 #ConnectedTogether @DCBatman pic.twitter.com/iSOW94c2n7

— LEGO (@LEGO_Group) May 2, 2020

Animation for the segment was provided by animation studio Pure Imagination, who have worked on a number of LEGO-based animation projects in the past. While many live-action productions have shut down due to the outbreak, many animated projects have continued production remotely, which would likely include potential future LEGO movies, which would now be developed by Universal after the companies original deal with Warner Bros expired earlier this year.

The release of some animated projects, such as Universal’s Trolls World Tour, has even sparked outrage within Hollywood, with AMC Theaters threatening a (likely farcical) boycott of Universal’s future releases.

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SPAWN Creator Todd McFarlane Reveals He’s Got A 90-Minute Animated Project Ready To Go

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Last year, Image Comics co-founder Todd McFarlane revealed talks were in progress to develop two different Spawn animated series. It sounds as though one of those series is close to happening — and soon, too.

Appearing on ComicBook.com’s Talking Shop, McFarlane teased that he’s got “about ninety minutes of a show ready, teed up, ready to go.” There’s still considerable work to be done, like cell animation, music and sound effects, but it sounds as though this project could be underway.

“Actually years ago we started a second go-round at it, and I still have all of that work. And it includes all the voice recordings and everything. So I’ve got about ninety minutes of a show ready, teed up, ready to go; the only thing I need to do is the cell animation, everything else has been designed. Obviously we need to put some music and sound effects or something – but yeah, I’ve been sitting on a 90-minute version of it for a long time. I’ve just been waiting to launch the movie to say ‘Hey, let’s tumble this all out at the appropriate time.’ But yeah, we’ll get animation done.”

The Spawn creator has been busy over the past few years, but most of his attention, it seems, has been focused on the live action movie. Getting the Blumhouse Pictures-backed film underway, however, has proven difficult.

Last year, McFarlane explained some creative differences were holding up some of the financial aspects of production. But in January, he vowed that production would begin sometime this year. In a more recent interview this month, he blamed himself for the project taking too long to get underway.

McFarlane clearly has big plans and aspirations for Spawn and while all of the the projects sound exciting, it sometimes sounds like he has the cart before the horse when talking about. Hopefully, this new animated series sees the light of day sooner rather than later. But if there’s one thing that’s certain about McFarlane, he has no shortage of ideas he’s willing to throw out there. In fact, he even brought up to Comicbook.com the idea of working on a crossover featuring Spawn, Spider-Man, and Venom. Add it to the list.

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EXTRACTION Rakes In Netflix’s Biggest Film Premiere Of All Time

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In this time of social distancing, Netflix has been on a roll. With its value at an all-time high, and millions bingeing shows at home, it’s no surprise that Extraction is doing fantastic numbers for the streaming service. The actioner, starring Marvel Cinematic Universe alumnus Chris Hemsworth, with the backing of the Russo brothers and Avengers: Endgame stuntman Sam Hargrave, has gotten positive responses from critics and audiences. And to top it all off, the film is now projected for the biggest Netflix film premiere of all time.

Reported by service itself, Extraction is breaking records with an estimated 90 million households tuning in for its first four weeks. It overtakes the Ryan Reynolds-actioner 6 Underground, whose previous record was 83 million in viewership during the same duration. 

So what does this mean for the film? Will the Russos be motivated to develop a sequel? Only time will tell. But until then, director Sam Hargrave and star Chris Hemsworth have proved themselves bonafide talents outside of the MCU, providing some of the best action sequences in film since John Wick: Chapter 3. (That 12-minute oner is undeniably the 2020’s best action sequence.) Let’s hope studios all around Hollywood take note. 

Extraction is now streaming on Netflix.

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