Breakdown The highly anticipated trailer for “Extraction 3” has finally dropped, giving fans an action-packed glimpse into what promises to be another adrenaline-fueled thrill ride. Following the success of the previous two films, Netflix brings back Chris Hemsworth as the resilient mercenary Tyler Rake, and this time he’s teaming up with Idris Elba, who was briefly introduced in “Extraction 2.” The trailer hints at a mission that could be Rake’s most dangerous yet. This time, the stakes are higher as he faces a global threat involving a powerful cartel and a corrupt government. The scenes suggest an international backdrop, with stunning visuals of exotic locations, ranging from dense jungles to urban warfare in sprawling cities.

The action kicks off with Hemsworth’s character jumping out of a helicopter, setting the tone for the high-octane sequences ahead. Idris Elba takes on a much larger role in “Extraction 3.” His character remains somewhat of a mystery in the trailer, but it’s clear that he is an influential figure who may have connections with both governments and underground organizations. Elba’s character appears to be more than just an ally, hinting at complex motivations that could either help or hinder Rake. As expected, the trailer delivers intense, jaw-dropping action scenes. We get glimpses of fast-paced hand-to-hand combat, daring escape sequences, and large-scale shootouts. One standout moment shows Tyler Rake fighting on top of a moving train, while another scene teases an epic confrontation involving helicopters and drones.

It’s clear that the film has not scaled back on the scope of its action set pieces. Amidst the relentless action, the trailer also teases a more emotional side to the story. There are moments that suggest Rake is dealing with the fallout of his past missions, possibly involving guilt or loss. Hemsworth’s portrayal of Tyler Rake seems to delve deeper into his psyche, giving the character more depth than in previous installments. The chemistry between Hemsworth and Elba is palpable, even in the short trailer. The two actors seem to share a dynamic relationship, one that balances tension and camaraderie. Whether they’ll work together throughout the movie or if there’s a potential betrayal in store remains unclear, but their partnership adds an intriguing layer to the narrative. Director Sam Hargrave returns to helm the third installment, and his signature style is unmistakable.

The trailer is packed with his hallmark long takes and fluid camera movements, which have become a staple of the series. Hargrave’s background as a stunt coordinator ensures that the action is not only visually spectacular but also grounded in realism, giving it an authentic and visceral feel. From the looks of the first trailer, “Extraction 3” is shaping up to be one of Netflix’s biggest action releases in 2025. With Chris Hemsworth and Idris Elba leading the charge, fans can expect a rollercoaster ride of high-stakes action, intense drama, and breathtaking visuals. As we await more details, this trailer has certainly set the stage for an epic continuation of the Extraction saga.

A Farmer’s Misplaced Hammer Led to the Largest Roman Treasure in Britain

Hoxne Hoard treasures. Photo by Helen Simonsson CC by SA-2.0

November 16, 1992 was the day which changed Suffolk-resident Eric Lawes’ life in a huge way. What he thought would have been an innocent search for a hammer he had misplaced on his farm in Hoxne Village, Suffolk, England ended up bringing him much more than he had bargained for — namely, uncovering the hiding spot of a long-hidden treasure. Based on the Guardian’s coverage of the story, Eric Lawes had been previously gifted a metal detector upon his retirement as a parting token. He decided to put his retirement gift to good use in order to locate the hammer which he had had some trouble finding. According to a 2018 Smithsonian Magazine article, when the device started recording that there was a strong signal coming from the earth, he knew that he was about to discover something big. As he started digging, it soon became clear to him that he had unearthed a treasure trove.

Hoxne Village. Photo by Duncan Grey CC BY-SA 2.0

The Guardian reports that, when Lawes saw that his preliminary digging had yielded a few gold coins and silver spoons, he immediately contacted both the local archaeological society and the police department. Archaeologists came to the property the following day and had the area of earth holding the treasure carefully sectioned-off and removed. Their hope was that at a later stage, in their laboratory, they could examined the items in order to identify both their age and how they were stored.

Hoxne Hoard: Display case at the British Museum showing a reconstruction of the arrangement of the hoard treasure when excavated in 1992. Photo by Mike Peel CC BY-SA 4.0

When all was said and done, close to 60 pounds of items made from silver and gold were found on the site. These included more than 15,000 Roman coins, 200 gold objects, and several silver spoons. For archaeologists, this find — which later became labeled as the Hoxne Hoard — was an incredible discovery. AP News reported that archaeologist Judith Plouviez was over-the-moon about the discovery, saying that it was “an incredibly exciting and amazing find.” What’s more, another archaeologist, Rachel Wilkinson, told Smithsonian Magazine that this discovery was “the largest and latest ever found in Britain.”

Hoxne Hoard: Coins. Photo by Mike Peel CC BY-SA 4.0

Ordinarily, archaeologists would use radiocarbon dating as a means of identifying the age of ancient relics. However, they couldn’t locate any suitable material from the haul. Consequently, they determined the age by examining writing on the coins, as well as the ruler carved into them, estimating that the treasure was probably buried in either 408 or 409 AD.

The silver “Hoxne Tigress” – the broken-off handle from an unknown object – is the best known single piece out of some 15,000 in the hoard. Photo by Mike Peel CC BY-SA 4.0

Roman-era archaeologist Peter Guest told Smithsonian Magazine that “if you look at them a little more carefully, then they should be dated to the period after the separation of Britain from the Roman Empire.” He offers as part of his evidence the fact that almost all of the coins found in the Hoxne Hoard were clipped – in other words, small chunks of their edges had been taken off. These clippings would have been used to create coins which were similar to the Roman coins of that era.

A silver-gilt spoon with a marine beast from the Hoxne Hoard. Currently in the British Museum. Photo by JMiall CC BY-SA 3.0

Guest has a logical reason for this, arguing that “The Roman Empire wasn’t supplying Britain with new gold and silver coins, and in light of that, the population tried to get over this sudden cutoff in the supply of their precious metals by making the existing supplies go further.”

Reconstruction of the Hoxne treasure chest. Photo by Mike Peel CC-BY-SA-4.0

Archaeologists also believe that the treasure belonged to a Romano-British family. During that time, considering that there was so much societal discord and upheaval, it was common for Romans who had settled in Britain to bury their most prized possessions.

Two gold bracelets from the Hoxne Hoard, in the British Museum. Photo by Fæ CC BY-SA 3.0

That said, one archaeologist is of the belief that the hoard had a lot of sentimental value for the Romano-British family to whom it is believed to have belonged. In her book The Hoxne Late Roman Treasure: Gold Jewellery and Silver Plate, Catherine Johns claims that the manner in which the treasure was kept supported this claim. Some of the items which were recovered had been packaged in small, wooden boxes which were lined with leather. What’s more, pieces of wood, locks, and nails, among other things, surrounded the gold and silver pieces. This leads Catherine to assert that the package was carefully buried and not simply chucked away in a rush.

Three silver-gilt Roman piperatoria or pepper pots from the Hoxne Hoard on display at the British Museum

Interestingly enough, the items unearthed might shed some light on the identity of the family who owned them. They cite a gold bracelet bearing the inscription “UTERE FELIX DOMINA IULIANE,” which roughly translates to “use this happily Lady Juliane”. A second name “Aurelius Ursicinus” has also been discovered. This has consequently led some to believe that Juliane and Aurelius were the couple and the original owners of the treasure. That said, that has yet to be confirmed.

Two toiletry items, one in the shape of a crane-like bird; the other with an empty socket, probably for bristles for a makeup brush. Photo by Fæ CC BY-SA 3.0

All in all, the discovery was a real treasure for archaeologists, and by extension, for Lawes. According to Smithsonian Magazine, in recognition of his discovery and willingness to contact authorities, the British government rewarded him with over £1.7 million, an amount which he shared with the farmer whose land was dug out in order to get the treasure. Read another story from us: The Dazzling ‘Hope Diamond’ has Brought Misery to all of its Illustrious Owners Funnily enough, apart from the treasure, Lawes also found his lost hammer — which now resides in the British Museum.