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  • Chris Hemsworth Returning for ‘Extraction 3’

    Chris Hemsworth in 'Extraction'. Photo: Netflix.
    Chris Hemsworth in ‘Extraction’. Photo: Netflix.

    Preview:

    • Chris Hemsworth will return as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 3’.
    • Director Sam Hargrave is back behind the camera.
    • Idris Elba and Golshifteh Farahani are also set to return.

    Even though Chris Hemsworth‘s Tyler Rake seemed to die at the end of the first ‘Extraction’ movie back in 2020, audiences responded so well to the action thriller that director Sam Hargrave and the team found a way to bring him back for the second in 2023.

    And now it appears Hemsworth will return for more, with Deadline reporting that he’s signed a deal to play Rake a third time.

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    Hargrave is also back to call the shots (and punches, kicks, stabs etc.), with cast members Idris Elba and Golshifteh Farahani also back on board.

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    What’s the story of ‘Extraction 3’?

    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.' Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2023.
    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2023.

    While we know that David Weil (‘Hunters’) is writing the script, the exact plot details are a mystery for now. But we can expect more crazed action from Tyler and the gang as they’re dispatched on another mission.

    When will ‘Extraction 3’ hit screens?

    Netflix has yet to confirm a debut date for the new movie, but it has scheduled a summer shoot to accommodate the star’s busy schedule (he also has to film ‘Kockroach’ starting this month), so we could predict a spring/summer 2027 release.

    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.' Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2021.
    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2021.

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  • John Cena Driven to Star in ‘Matchbox’ Movie

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    Preview:

    • John Cena is starring in a movie based on the ‘Matchbox’ toy cars.
    • ‘Extraction’s Sam Hargrave will direct.
    • Apple and Skydance are backing the new movie.

    The success ripples from the behemoth that was ‘Barbie’ continue to spread, as Mattel is looking to tap into another of its classic playtime brands.

    And John Cena, who knows a thing or two about vehicular mayhem after appearing a couple of the ‘Fast & Furious’ entries is aboard for the ride as the company looks to turn Matchbox toy cars into a viable movie.

    Skydance is working with Mattel to produce the new movie, currently simply titled ‘Matchbox’ which Apple Original Films has already snapped up.

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    What are Matchbox toys?

    Mattel's Matchbox Cars. Photo: Mattel.com.
    Mattel’s Matchbox Cars. Photo: Mattel.com.

    For those who didn’t play with the toys (surely there can’t many people who don’t know what they are), Matchbox is the toy brand first created in 1953 and acquired by Mattel in 1997. After competing with Matchbox in the die-cast car space with its own line, Hot Wheels.

    According to lore, automotive enthusiast Jack Odell designed the first car for his daughter, who was allowed to take a toy to school only if it was small enough to fit in a matchbox. When his daughter’s school friends too began clamoring for a “matchbox car,” an iconic brand was born.

    That Matchbox is now moving forward is an interesting wrinkle, since studios and filmmakers have tried to get a Hot Wheels movie into production for years now.

    What’s the story of the ‘Matchbox’ movie?

    Mattel's Matchbox Cars. Photo: Mattel.com.
    Mattel’s Matchbox Cars. Photo: Mattel.com.

    Right now, the actual plot for the movie is a mystery. While we’re by no means expecting the lighting-in-a-bottle social satire and genius goofiness of ‘Barbie,’ the new movie may well go down the family-friendly, life-lessons route. Though in his defense, Cena (who cameoed in ‘Barbie’) has also shown a willingness to explore more cleverly comedic takes on properties.

    The script for the new movie comes from David Coggeshall, who wrote Mark Wahlberg action comedy ‘The Family Plan’ for Apple, and Jonathan Tropper, who co-wrote the Ryan Reynolds action-adventure movie ‘The Adam Project.’

    Who else is working on the ‘Matchbox’ movie?

    Chris Hemsworth in 'Extraction'. Photo: Netflix.
    Chris Hemsworth in ‘Extraction’. Photo: Netflix.

    Sam Hargrave, the stunt coordinator-turned-director who crafted the two ‘Extraction’ Netflix movies starring Chris Hemsworth, is aboard to make ‘Matchbox.’ Which would point to plenty of car and other set piece chaos, albeit in slightly less violent fashion than the usual Extr-action.

    Skydance’s David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger are producing this one alongside Robbie Brenner for Mattel Films.

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    When will the ‘Matchbox’ movie be on screens?

    There is currently no release date set for the movie, but with a script seemingly in place and a lead officially cast, we’d expect the wheels (and cameras) to start rolling on this one before too long. If we had to guess, we’d say a 2026 release isn’t out of the question.

    John Cena in 'Peacemaker'. Photo: Max.
    John Cena in ‘Peacemaker’. Photo: Max.

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  • Idris Elba Appears in ‘Extraction 2’

    (Left) Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.' (Right) Idris Elba as John Luther in 'Luther: The Fallen Sun.'
    (Left) Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2021. (Right) Idris Elba as John Luther in ‘Luther: The Fallen Sun.’ Photo: John Wilson/Netflix © 2023.

    With action sequel ‘Extraction 2’ hitting Netflix next week, star/producer Chris Hemsworth is naturally ramping up promotion for the new movie. And that apparently includes letting loose one of the secrets that has heretofore not been released: Idris Elba, another Netflix veteran, is in the film!

     

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    What’s the story of ‘Extraction 2’?

    The original ‘Extraction’, just in case you’re unfamiliar, was the 2020 Netflix action thriller directed by Sam Hargrave and written by Joe Russo (adapted from the Russo Brothers’ multi-authored graphic novel ‘Ciudad’).

    Hemsworth plays the gloriously named Tyler Rake (fun to say, as Elba points out in the clip above): a mercenary who takes on military assignments in the most punishing, ‘John Wick’ manner possible. First time out he was rescuing the son of a crime lord.

    In the sequel, the mission Rake chooses to accept is the unofficial release of a Georgian gangster’s family from prison.

    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.'
    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2023.

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    It’s somewhat of a surprise to see him up and about again, since ‘Extraction’ ended with Rake seemingly on the verge of death after that first mission. But then, we’re not sure people would really watch a movie where Hemsworth just has a quiet beer while lounging on a comfy sofa watching a gardening show (though some of his fanbase would watch him do anything, let’s be honest).

    Elba’s character is mostly a mystery –– he’s not named in the clip, but it appears he’s the one who gives Rake the latest mission. And Netflix’s TUDUM blog offers up that he’s known as the Man In The Suit. And what a nice suit it is, too.

    This also marks something of a ‘Thor’ reunion for the two actors since Elba has appeared as Heimdall in all the Marvel movies focused on Hemsworth’s Norse warrior (and even death in ‘Infinity War’ didn’t stop him popping up again).

    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.'
    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ Photo: Jasin Boland/Netflix © 2023.

    What can we expect from ‘Extraction 2’?

    In a word: action. Lots of action. Crazy action, with Hemsworth and Hargrave looking to not so much push the envelope as tear it into pieces and light it on fire.

    And talking of flames, one extreme sequence in the sequel will see Rake fighting people while literally on fire.

    “For me, the image of Chris Hemsworth beating the shit out of a bunch of prisoners, while on fire, in the snow was something that I couldn’t pass up,” Hargrave told Empire Magazine. “And hats off to Chris. It wasn’t CG fire. And he had to do it over and over. I don’t know a lot of people, let alone Hollywood A-listers, who are gonna let you light them on fire while on camera.”

    Sounds lit to us.

    Meanwhile, Netflix is really leaning into the promotion of Hemsworth’s latest collaboration, putting out a fun video that sees him meeting the company’s “Chief Action Officer” –– one Arnold Schwarzenegger –– who has some… thoughts… about ‘Extraction 2’s potential dialogue.

    ‘Extraction 2’ will be on Netflix on 16th June.

    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in 'Extraction 2.'
    Chris Hemsworth as Tyler Rake in ‘Extraction 2.’ © 2023 Netflix, Inc.

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    ‘Extraction 2’ is produced by AGBO, and Filmhaus Films, and is scheduled for release on Netflix June 15th.