# Netflix's Biggest New Release Skyrockets to Nearly 80 Million Views

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Podcast: [Cinema Hot Takes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/adidas-wilson-matrix-7103872)
Published: 2026-05-12T14:40:44+00:00
Episode link: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/netflix-s-biggest-new-release-skyrockets-to-nearly-80-million-views--71977098
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## Resource

The episode details the rapid success of Apex, a 2026 survival thriller on Netflix starring Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton. Since its release, the film has achieved nearly 80 million views in a mere two weeks, outperforming typical streaming trends through strong global interest and viral social media engagement. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, the story follows a woman overcoming personal tragedy while fighting for her life against a predatory local in the Australian wilderness. Despite receiving mixed critical reviews, the movie is celebrated for its practical stunts, intense lead performances, and its ability to modernize classic action tropes. Ultimately, the source analyzes how Apex has become a cultural event, validating the platform's strategy of investing in star-driven genre films with high emotional stakes. This episode includes AI-generated content.

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