Tom Hardy Stars in Havoc 2025, Netflix's Action Thriller

Netflix's new action thriller Havoc, starring Tom Hardy, has been released after a four-year production process, with the entire film shot in Wales, showcasing the country's potential as a filming location and expected to generate significant economic benefits.

The film, directed by Gareth Evans, tells the story of a corrupt cop in a crime scene after a drug deal gone wrong, featuring a star-studded cast, including Tom Hardy and Timothy Olyphant. Evans, a Welsh director, was drawn to the project because of its complex characters and wanted to showcase his home country as a filming location. The film's production team worked with Welsh production company Severn Screen to bring the project to life, with post-production completed in Cardiff.

The film's success is expected to put Wales on the map for filmmakers, with Evans expressing his interest in returning to Indonesia, where he made "The Raid" films, and having several ideas for future projects. The film features a mix of practical and digital effects, with a high number of fake-blood squibs used in the film's action sequences, and notable stunt work, which Evans has spoken out in support of, praising the Academy Awards' decision to introduce a new category for stunt work.

Tom Hardy shared his experience of filming the intense fight scenes, revealing that he struggled with the heat during the "Medusa fight scene" and had to request the director to make adjustments to his costume to complete the scene. The film is now available to stream on Netflix, and its release is expected to have a significant impact on the film industry in Wales.

With its complex characters, intense action sequences, and stunning locations, Havoc is a must-watch for fans of the action thriller genre, and its release marks a significant milestone for the film industry in Wales, showcasing the country's potential as a filming location and expected to generate significant economic benefits.