Netflix Thriller Starring Charlize Theron Sends 11-Year-Old Song Back to the Top of the Charts

Apex has become a breakout hit on Netflix, but the film is also getting attention for something unexpected outside of its story.

A song featured in one of its key scenes has suddenly shot back up the music charts years after its original release.

The track is “Go” by The Chemical Brothers, which originally came out in 2015. After the film’s release, the song climbed to number one on the global Shazam Top 200 chart and also re-entered major dance rankings on Billboard.

The boost in popularity is closely tied to a tense scene in the movie. The story shows a character named Ben chasing the main character Sasha through the Australian wilderness. During the moment, the song plays while the chase unfolds, and the scene builds tension by timing the action around the track. Viewers online have pointed to this sequence as the reason the song has gone viral again.

The film itself follows Sasha, played by Charlize Theron, who leaves behind a painful past and travels alone through remote parts of Australia. Her journey turns dangerous when she is hunted by Ben, played by Taron Egerton. The movie is directed by Baltasar Kormákur and also includes actors like Eric Bana and others in supporting roles.

Theron has spoken positively about the project, saying, “This film completely pulled me in. When I read the script, I couldn’t put it down.” Her comments reflect the strong emotional tone of the movie and its focus on survival and isolation.

Critics have said the film does not reinvent the survival thriller genre, but it delivers strong performances and intense action scenes, especially from Theron. Many viewers have also highlighted the cinematography and pacing as key strengths.

The film is now streaming on Netflix, where it continues to attract attention both for its story and its surprising impact on music charts.

It is interesting how a single scene can bring new life to an older song and push it back into global popularity. It shows how streaming films and music can connect in unexpected ways. What do you think about songs becoming hits again because of movies like this? Share your thoughts in the comments.