‘Extraction 2’ has been scheduled for release in 2023. Based on the Ciudad graphic novel by the Russo Brothers and Ande Parks, the first Extraction movie came out on Netflix in 2020, becoming the most-watched original film on the service. Chris Hemsworth led the cast as an Australian black-ops mercenary, Tyler Rake, who is tasked with saving Ovi, the son of an Indian drug lord who has been kidnapped in Bangladesh. But during the mission, Tyler is double-crossed by a Lieutenant colonel who wants to take the credit for Ovi's rescue, which considerably complicates the assignment. Extraction was directed by Avengers: Endgame's stunt coordinator Sam Hargrave and featured an international cast starring Rudhraksh Jaiswal, Randeep Hooda, Golshifteh Farahani, Pankaj Tripathi, and David Harbour, besides Hemsworth.
While Extraction was widely praised for its spectacular action and compelling performances, there was some criticism against its screenplay and the white-savior narrative. Still, the movie was successful enough to warrant a sequel, Extraction 2, announced in May 2020, with Hargrave, Hemsworth, and Farahani returning and Joe Russo writing. The globe-trotting shoot that comprised locations like the Czech Republic, Austria, and Australia, commenced in November 2021 and continued until April 2022, when Hemsworth announced a filming wrap on Extraction 2 with a BTS video. Now, there is another update on the movie.
‘Extraction 2’ has been scheduled for release in 2023. A specific premiere date, however, hasn't yet been set in stone. No additional casting information has been announced for Extraction 2 either, and the plot remains largely under wraps. The Russo brothers, who produce the movie under their AGBO productions banner, have also not released any plot information.
The new development cements the Russo brothers' plans to build a franchise from the Extraction movie. After the sequel, the producers are seeking to launch a cinematic universe set within the world of Extraction, with new films focusing on the characters from the first movie. An origin story for Hooda's Para Lt. Colonel Saju is reportedly already in the works, and the filmmakers are brainstorming more ideas for potential spin-offs. Extraction 2, however, is the one movie that has made substantial headway, and considering its new release window, it doesn't look like fans will have to wait too long before they can enjoy the sequel.
Recently, teases from Hemsworth showcasing his preparation for Tyler's role and Extraction 2's new settings built some fan anticipation for the sequel. Yet many are curious about the story, as there hasn't been any indication of the plot. The Russo Brothers have promised that the sequel will be very different from the first film, with the tone, pacing, and even the color palette being changed. With more stunts and action, Extraction 2 is being touted as a "bigger and badder" installment in the franchise, and a recent set video even teased a fiery riot scene in the movie. Considering all that is known, it seems that Extraction 2 will up the ante on the high-octane action, expanding Tyler's story beyond borders and developing his expertise in different assignments. That said, Netflix can be expected to begin promotions for Extraction 2 once Hemsworth finishes work on the Max Max: Fury Road prequel Furiosa. So, it will likely be then a specific release date for the movie will be announced.-Collider