Charlize Theron Stars in Netflix Thriller Apex

Charlize Theron stars as a grieving adventurer thrust into a deadly pursuit in the new Netflix thriller "Apex," which began streaming on April 24, 2026. The 95-minute R-rated film, directed by Baltasar Kormákur, follows Theron's character, Sasha, as she embarks on a solo kayaking and hiking trip through the remote Australian bush to scatter her late partner's ashes, only to encounter a sinister local who turns her journey into a brutal fight for survival.

The story begins with a harrowing climbing accident in Norway's Troll Wall, where Sasha loses her partner, played by Eric Bana, during a high-stakes adventure. Months later, seeking solace in the New South Wales wilderness, Sasha crosses paths with Ben, portrayed by Taron Egerton. What starts as an offer of help spirals into terror as Ben reveals himself as a ritualistic serial killer targeting resilient women like her. Armed with a crossbow and deep knowledge of the terrain, he stalks Sasha through raging rivers, treacherous rapids, sheer cliffs, and dense forests, forcing her to draw on her climbing expertise and inner strength.

Filmed on location in Australia's rugged landscapes, including the Blue Mountains outside Sydney,...