Photos have been released of Netflix’s upcoming thriller starring Welsh actor Taron Egerton.<\/p>\n
The Bafta nominee’s latest film Apex will see him star opposite Hollywood actress Charlize Theron in a ruthless game of cat and mouse.<\/p>\n
Set in the Australian wilderness, Egerton plays a serial killer who is on the hunt for Theron’s adrenaline-seeking character. <\/p>\n
The survivalist film will be released by the streaming service on 24 April.<\/p>\n
Best known for playing Elton John in Rocketman<\/a>, Egerton sports a shaved head in shots from the action-packed film. <\/p>\n They also show the stunning scenery of New South Wales, where the film was shot in the Blue Mountains, and Sydney in early 2025. <\/p>\n This is the second time Egerton, who grew up in Aberystwyth, has collaborated with Netflix, having appeared in Christmas-based action film<\/a> Carry-on in 2024.<\/p>\n Also part of the all-star cast is Eric Bana, known for playing the Hulk in the 2003 Marvel film. <\/p>\n Speaking with Netflix fan hub Tudum, director Baltasar Korm\u00e1kur said: “Working in the rugged, beautiful terrains of Australia with three of the world’s most talented, dedicated actors in Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Eric Bana is such a joy – even as I put them through the [ringer] in this unique survivor story.”<\/p>\n Originally from Birkenhead, Egerton moved to Anglesey before settling in Aberystwyth at the age of 12, which he now regards home. <\/p>\n Egerton is no stranger to action film fans, having made his big-screen debut in the popular Kingsman franchise in 2014.<\/p>\n He became a household name after winning a Golden Globe for Rocketman.<\/p>\n