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Netflix has now announced that ‘Mercenary: An Extraction Series,’ a new action series that is a part of ‘Extraction’ universe, has officially kicked off its production. The Russo Brothers are behind the project and Omar Sy, Boyd Holbrook, and Natalie Dormer will star in the series. This is an indication that Netflix is still willing to invest heavily in its explosive action franchises.
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The announcement of the streamer was made with a cheerful and vibrant expression, “Three, two, one… ACTION! 💥” While the announcement is just a small one, it is nevertheless very big and heavy for the fans of the movies where Chris Hemsworth plays the lead. The shift of the universe from a third film to a series is a very big deal. The expectations are already very high due to the very talented teams like the Russo Brothers’ AGBO and the very charming Omar Sy headlining the cast.
The reactions to the post were a mixture of excitement, disbelief, and even frustration. It is a curious case when a platform reveals a new project while at the same time the audience’s minds are still occupied by other similar projects, and sometimes those that have just been canceled.
The shocked reactions were not hard to find. One user gathered the positive energy by saying, “I can’t believe you are producing an Extraction series, I loved the movies, happy to see the universe more with this new show. Russo Brothers and Omar Sy, Boyd Holbrook together! It is going to be fabulous!!” The connection to the current films was a major draw. Another user was outright wondering if this has something to do with Chris Hemsworth’s ‘Extraction’.
At the same time, the announcement brought about some unrelated issues. A great portion of the comments was off-topic to ‘Mercenary’ and instead, it was a demand for Netflix to bring back the canceled ‘Boots’ series. “Boots was not a good idea” and “We are not interested. Bring back Boots and the cancellation after one season was a big mistake. Cancelling Netflix is an option. #bringbootsback”—these and similar comments were posted in several areas of the discussion. It’s easily forgotten that every new show on air, another gets canceled leaving the loyal audience feeling neglected.
This was not the only controversy that emerged because of the new series. The overlapping affiliations of different actors from the viewer’s perspective were revealed through other comments. Some fans admitted they thought the announcement was for a new season of Omar Sy’s hit series ‘Lupin’. “Aaa I thought that it was Lupin 4😢,” one user lamented while another quickly joined her, “Me too 😭.” The situation not only demonstrates Sy’s huge attraction but also shows the audience that has been really waiting for his best loved character.
A few responses were more critical and personal concerning the casting. Someone in an rather direct manner said, “Omar, please get a little fitter for extraction, I can’t focus on the content when you’re not fit.” It is very sharp and body-focused criticism which is totally contrary to the congratulatory atmosphere of the announcement, highlighting the heavy pressure that the actors have to endure in the physical aspects.
Possibly a real crew member amid the chaos made a modest but proud declaration. “Very proud to be a part of this TV series. Thanks for this opportunity. See you in 2026! 💪😎” they said. It’s one small human moment among the corporate announcement and fan reaction, a reminder of the many people behind the scenes who make these things happen.
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The announcement of ‘Mercenary: An Extraction Series’ is a classic Netflix strategy—extracting the most from a well-known property with A-list talent in the production team. However, the response is anything but simple. It contains a mixture of thrilling anticipation for more action, the sorrow of canceled shows, and the persistent hope for updates on other cherished series. It will be 2026 before we know if the show can live up to this complicated and extensive demand for audience satisfaction, but one thing is certain: Netflix has cast a spotlight on itself which could be for good or bad.
This story originally appeared on Celebrityinsider
