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Netflix’s 'Havoc' Showcases Wales in Ambitious Action Thriller Starring Tom Hardy

Directed by Gareth Evans, the film marks Netflix's largest Welsh production, blending gritty action with regional investment and cultural representation.

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Tom Hardy at The World Premiere of Netflix's "Havoc" on April 15, 2025 in London, England.
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Overview

  • Havoc, released globally on April 25, 2025, is Netflix's latest action thriller starring Tom Hardy as a detective navigating a dangerous criminal underworld.
  • The film was shot entirely in Wales, with locations like Cardiff, Barry, and Swansea’s Brangwyn Hall doubling as a fictional American city.
  • Havoc represents Netflix's largest Welsh production to date, supported by Creative Wales and injecting over £200 million into the UK economy since 2020.
  • Director Gareth Evans, known for The Raid, incorporated stylized action sequences inspired by Hong Kong cinema, emphasizing intense gunfights and choreographed mayhem.
  • Available with Welsh subtitles, the film highlights Netflix’s localization efforts and aims to position Wales as a prominent hub for global filmmakers.