Netflix has unveiled “Tygo,” an action thriller that will see Blackpink idol Lisa alongside Korean action powerhouse Don Lee and “Squid Game” actor Lee Jin-uk.
The project is an expansion of Netflix’s “Extraction” franchise, bringing Korean filmmaking prowess to the streamer’s most successful action property.
Big Punch Pictures, AGBO and TGIM are producing, with Nova Film Inc, and B&C Group serving as co-producers.
The film is based on an original graphic novel created by Anthony and Joe Russo with Ande Parks.
The producing team includes Don Lee for Big Punch Pictures; Anthony and Joe Russo, Angela Russo-Otstot, Michael Disco, and Albert J. Kim for AGBO; Won-ki Choi for Nova Film; and Chris S. Lee for B&C Group.
“Tygo” follows Tygo (Don Lee), a former child soldier turned mercenary who launches a revenge mission through Korea’s criminal underworld after an operation goes awry.
The project will be written by Cha Woo-jin and directed by Lee Sang-yong, who previously helmed “The Roundup” and “The Roundup: No Way Out.”
Lisa, who starred in “The White Lotus” Season 3, said: “I’m so honored to be a part of this project and grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such incredible actors. Being in an action movie has always been a dream of mine, so for my film debut to be such an exciting project feels very special.”
Don Lee’s credits include “The Roundup” franchise and Marvel’s “Eternals.” “I’m thrilled that this project, which I’ve been developing for years with AGBO, is finally moving into production,” Lee said. “’Tygo’ brings a distinctly Korean identity into the global ‘Extraction’ universe. We can’t wait to unleash its explosive energy on audiences worldwide.”
Lee Jin-uk added: “As a fan of the ‘Extraction’ franchise, it’s a great honor for me to join this universe. I’m especially excited and grateful to be working with Don, whom I’ve always admired, and with Lisa as well.”
Angela Russo-Otstot, producer and chief creative officer of AGBO, said: “We’re thrilled to explore the world of ‘Extraction’ through a South Korean lens, teaming up with legendary action star Don Lee and visionary director Lee Sang-yong, whose dynamic choreography exemplifies the world-class craft of Korean cinema. Together, we proudly welcome Lisa, a truly multitalented global phenomenon, and Lee Jin-uk, one of Korea’s most charismatic and versatile actors, to lead our cast alongside Don.”
The “Extraction” franchise has proven remarkably successful for Netflix, with 90 million households watching the first film within its initial four weeks.
The second installment remained at No. 1 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 Movies list for seven weeks, accumulating over 123 million views.
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