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German Thriller 'Exterritorial' Overtakes Tom Hardy's 'Havoc' on Netflix's Global Charts

After a brief run at #1, Gareth Evans' action film 'Havoc' drops to second place as audience reception falters.

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Overview

  • 'Exterritorial,' a German-language thriller directed by Christian Zübert, has claimed the #1 spot on Netflix's global Top 10 list as of May 2, 2025.
  • Tom Hardy's 'Havoc,' which debuted on April 24, 2025, has fallen to #2 after less than a week at the top.
  • 'Havoc' has received mixed critical reviews, with a 66% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, but audience reception has been notably poor at 39%.
  • The production of 'Havoc,' directed by Gareth Evans, faced significant delays due to strikes and reshoots, extending its timeline to four years.
  • Netflix's global strategy to diversify its content slate is evident in the success of 'Exterritorial,' which premiered on April 30, 2025, and focuses on a soldier's search for her missing son.