Netflix's highly anticipated survival thriller, 'Apex,' starring Academy Award-winner Charlize Theron and Taron Egerton, has officially received an R-rating from the Motion Picture Association (MPA). The rating was issued for “some strong violence, grisly images, nudity, and language,” promising a no-holds-barred experience for viewers.

Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, known for his work on survival epics like 'Everest' and 'Adrift,' 'Apex' thrusts Theron into a harrowing fight for survival. She portrays Sasha, a grieving rock climber who seeks solace and tests her limits in the vast Australian wilderness. However, her quest for peace turns deadly when she becomes the prey in a relentless cat-and-mouse game against a ruthless serial killer, played by Taron Egerton.

The film, written by Jeremy Robbins, also features Eric Bana in a supporting role. While a previous report briefly mentioned a March release, major outlets have now confirmed that 'Apex' will premiere exclusively on Netflix globally on April 24, 2026. Producers for the film include Ian Bryce, Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, David Ready, Charlize Theron, Beth Kono, AJ Dix, and Baltasar Kormákur, with production companies such as Chernin Entertainment, Ian Bryce Productions, Secret Menu, and RVK Studios involved.