The action is mostly overshadowed by the question of who's going to live forever in a schlock sequel that takes itself inordinately seriously.

Charlize Theron, who will hit a birthday milestone this summer, is back as axe-wielding superhero Andy in the Netflix action sequel "The Old Guard 2."

Charlize Theron and her gang of immortal warriors return for “The Old Guard 2,” now streaming on Netflix. Victoria Mahoney takes over directing duties for Gina Prince-Bythewood in the film