Apex (2026)
English · Action / Thriller · 96 min · R16
★ 6.9 Solid 1,943 ratings
▸ Worth a watch
Released 24 Apr 2026
Page updated 25 Sept 2026
Apex is streaming in New Zealand on Netflix.
The verdict
Apex earns its keep as a steady English film that knows its audience. It's sitting at 6.9/10 on TMDB across 1,943 ratings, which puts it around the middle of the pack. At a brisk 96 minutes, it slots easily into a weeknight. In New Zealand you can stream it on Netflix.
Should you spend 96 minutes on it?
96 minutes of English action with a thriller streak. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
- Why
- 6.9/10 from 1,943 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you'd rather the plot moved on people than on set pieces
- Best for
- A night you still want to end early
Story
A grieving woman pushing her limits on a solo adventure in the Australian wild is ensnared in a twisted game with a cunning killer who thinks she's prey.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 36m — short |
| Watch with family? | R16 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Action / Thriller |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Baltasar Kormákur
Cast

Charlize Theron
Sasha

Taron Egerton
Ben

Eric Bana
Tommy

Caitlin Stasey
Leah

Bessie Holland
Cashier

Zachary Garred
Sean
Where to watch in New Zealand
Netflix
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is Apex worth watching?
Worth a watch. It rates 6.9/10 on audience ratings. 96 minutes of English action with a thriller streak. Short enough to finish on a weeknight without losing the next morning.
Where can I watch Apex?
You can stream Apex in New Zealand on Netflix.
When is Apex coming to streaming?
Apex is already streaming in New Zealand on Netflix.
Is Apex family friendly?
Apex is rated R16. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Apex in?
Apex is an English film (Action / Thriller).
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