Netflix Expands ‘The Extraction’ Universe With Exciting New Twist

Netflix is expanding its Extraction universe with a new spin-off film called TYGO, which will be set in South Korea. Netflix says the movie will star Don Lee, Lee Jin-uk, and Lalisa Manobal, known as Lisa from BLACKPINK.

The story follows Tygo, a former child soldier turned mercenary, who sets out for revenge against Korea’s criminal underworld after a mission goes wrong.

The project is part of the Extraction franchise, which was created by the Russo brothers and is based on the graphic novel Ciudad by Ande Parks, Joe Russo, and Anthony Russo. TYGO is being produced by Big Punch Pictures and AGBO, with co-production support from Nova Film and B&C Content.

Angela Russo-Otstot, producer and chief creative officer of AGBO, said, “We’re thrilled to explore the world of Extraction through a South Korean lens, teaming up with legendary action star Don Lee and visionary director Lee Sang-yong, whose dynamic choreography exemplifies the world-class craft of Korean cinema.”

Don Lee added, “TYGO brings a distinctly Korean identity into the global Extraction universe. We can’t wait to unleash its explosive energy on audiences worldwide.”

Lee Jin-uk, who previously appeared in Squid Game and Sweet Home, expressed his excitement as well: “As a fan of the Extraction franchise, it’s a great honor for me to join this universe.”

Lisa, making her first major film appearance after debuting in Season 3 of HBO’s The White Lotus, said, “I’m so honored to be a part of this project and grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such incredible actors. Being in an action film has always been a dream of mine, and for my first movie role to be in such an exciting action film is a dream come true.”

TYGO marks the ninth collaboration between Netflix and the Russo brothers’ AGBO, following the original Extraction in 2020 and its sequel in 2023. Other projects from their partnership include The Gray Man and The Electric State. Earlier this year, Netflix also announced a new Extraction series featuring Omar Sy, Boyd Holbrook, and Natalie Dormer, which will follow a mercenary navigating dangerous factions in Libya.

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