Jason Statham has become a cornerstone of the action genre, with his films collectively grossing over $8.5 billion at the global box office as of May 1st, 2026, via The Numbers. Statham’s name in Hollywood is almost always synonymous with action films. From Guy Ritchie’s Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels to his recent film The Beekeeper, Statham has amazed fans with his performances and well-executed stunts. He is coming back for two explosive action movies, one of which is a sequel to his hit 2024 movie.
The Beekeeper 2 was announced last year, with an action-packed trailer featured at the recent CinemaCon. It appears that Statham is going up against a bunch of Beekeepers who have gone rogue. Timo Tjahjanto replaces David Ayer as the director in this movie, but Statham is working with the latter in another action film.
The movie, John Doe, is very much in the vein of the Jason Bourne movies. Statham’s character has no memory of his own background in this upcoming movie. Both these movies are the latest additions to his long list of action movies. Here are the 10 best action movies of the actor that you would enjoy before these two movies.
10. Death Race (2008)
The original Death Race 2000 (1975) has long been a guilty pleasure for action fans. The franchise that it eventually spawned only leaned further into that wild energy. But among all the installments, Jason Statham’s 2008 reboot stands as the definitive standout. The film follows Jensen Ames, a framed ex-con forced to compete in a brutal, weaponized prison racing tournament where the only way out is to win or die trying.
It’s a vicious twist on the car-racing genre, swapping out trophies and finish lines for mounted machine guns and armored vehicles. It is this wild premise that turned it into a cult favorite. Statham brings a raw conviction to such life-or-death roles that grounds even the most over-the-top premises. Death Race may not be the best on this list, but it’s a high-octane reminder that Statham can make any concept hit harder than it has any right to.
Death Race is now available for purchase or rent on Prime Video and AppleTV (USA).
9. Homefront (2013)
Jason Statham and Izabela Vidovic in a still from Homefront | Credits: Open Road Films
Jason Statham trades the usual urban chaos for the deceptive quiet of a small Southern town in Homefront. He plays Phil Broker, a former DEA agent trying to build a peaceful life with his young daughter. But peace doesn’t last long as old enemies and new threats collide. Broker is forced to go back into the violence he tried to leave behind.
The movie has a star-studded cast for such a simple premise. Statham goes up against James Franco‘s local meth kingpin, while Kate Bosworth and Winona Ryder‘s characters further complicate things for him. It’s a surprisingly character-driven action thriller, building personal stakes before the fists start flying.
The film has its issues. The pacing stumbles in places, and a few subplots feel undercooked. But Statham’s restrained intensity works well here, keeping us hooked to the screen.
Homefront is now available for streaming on Netflix and Fubo (USA).
8. The Mechanic (2011)
Jason Statham in a still from The Mechanic | Credits: CBS Films
If you haven’t seen The Mechanic, you’re missing one of Statham’s most layered roles. A remake of the 1972 Charles Bronson classic, the film follows Arthur Bishop, an elite hitman who makes every kill look like an accident. However, one contract forces him to question everything he stands for. Statham plays a man who is cold and calculated on the surface, yet deeply torn underneath.
The film reaches a boiling point when Bishop is ordered to eliminate his own mentor, only to later take the man’s vengeful son under his wing, a masterclass in cold-blooded professional conflict. Statham pulls off his role convincingly, and the action sequences are well done. The assassination setups are built like a puzzle, with meticulous detail and visually brilliant execution. The Mechanic is a must-watch for both its sharp character work and suspense-filled premise.
The Mechanic is now available for streaming on Paramount+(USA).
7. Furious 7 (2015)
Jason Statham in a still from Furious 7 | Credits: Universal Pictures
Jason Statham entered the Fast & Furious universe as Deckard Shaw, a rogue black-ops operative out for revenge against Dom Toretto’s crew. After a shocking post-credits reveal in the sixth installment, Statham’s Deckard Shaw arrived as a full-throttle threat in Furious 7, immediately cementing himself as a fan-favorite heavy-hitter. In the movie Statham easily fits into the franchise’s larger-than-life world. Instead of a one-off villain role, he became a recurring force across future installments.
Statham finds his place among the characters who do insane physics-defying stunts on their vehicles. In this movie, he fights against both Vin Diesel‘s Dom and Dwayne Johnson‘s Hobbs, which was an absolute blast to watch. The billion-dollar success (Statham’s ferocious presence had everything to do with it) of this movie paved the way for the Hobbs & Shaw spinoff, starring Statham and Johnson.
Furious 7 is now available for purchase or rent on Prime Video and AppleTV(USA).
6. Wrath of Man (2021)
Jason Statham in a still from Wrath of Man | Credits: MGM Pictures
Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham form a great team whenever they come together. They have built their reputations together through films like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels and Snatch. With Wrath of Man, that collaboration reaches its darkest and most intense form. This 2021 movie brings the full force of Ritchie’s signature non-linear storytelling and stylish action to a revenge-fueled thriller.
Statham plays a mysterious new cash truck security guard who has a hidden agenda. When the layers peel back, we find a father on a warpath to find the men responsible for his son’s murder. What sets apart Mason Hargreaves from his other roles is the emotional weight Statham carries throughout the movie. There’s genuine grief behind every move he makes. He proves that he can take on emotionally moving material. Ritchie and Statham operate at a level that reminds you why they keep coming back to each other.
Wrath of Man is now available for streaming on Prime Video(USA).
5. The Beekeeper (2024)
Jason Statham in a scene from The Beekeeper | Credits: Miramax
Jason Statham plays Adam Clay, a retired operative from a secret organization known as The Beekeepers. When a phishing scam leads to the suicide of someone close to him, Clay comes out of retirement for a revenge mission. He exposes a web of corporate corruption that even reaches up to the incumbent President of the United States, although the President is unaware of the crimes of her son Derek, a tech bro CEO.
David Ayer‘s stylish and gritty approach to action filmmaking brings a confident visual edge. Statham delivers a more grounded performance that perfectly complements the story’s escalating stakes. The choreography is, as usual, impressively crafted. The Beekeeper is a complete entertainer and clearly struck a nerve, since a sequel is already on the way. Special mention to Josh Hutcherson, who surprisingly adds a sharp energy as the film’s villain.
The Beekeeper is now available for streaming on Prime Video and Hulu (USA).
4. The Transporter (2002)
Jason Statham in a still from The Transporter | Credits: 20th Century Fox
Jason Statham plays Frank Martin, a professional courier operating on the wrong side of the law. He asks no names, no questions, and never opens the package. But when he breaks his own code and discovers a human cargo in his trunk, his buried good side surfaces. It pulls him into a dangerous fight he never signed up for. This film didn’t just launch a successful trilogy, but it also shaped Statham’s career, which saw many such mercenary-type roles.
Corey Yeun’s standout fight choreography and the equally impressive practical vehicle stunts gave the movie its visual edge. Statham’s effortlessly cool portrayal of this skilled driver-for-hire cemented him as a bona fide action star. Few films on this list carry that kind of lasting significance, making The Transporter one of his most important works.
The Transporter is now available for streaming on YouTubeTV (USA).
3. Crank (2006)
Jason Statham and Amy Smart in a still from Crank | Credits: Lionsgate
Jason Statham plays Chev Chelios, a hitman who wakes up to discover he’s been injected with a lethal synthetic drug that blocks his heart from producing adrenaline. The only way to stay alive? Keep his heart rate elevated by any means necessary. Chev goes on a frantic mission to find and destroy the crime syndicate that poisoned him. The premise itself makes the audience feel every ounce of the adrenaline that his body can’t.
Crank has a quirky, hyperkinetic style that is unlike anything else in Statham’s filmography. Directors Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor’s wildly unconventional cinematography gives the entire experience an unhinged energy. It gets gloriously absurd, but Chev’s adventure is simply too wild and inventive to ignore. Statham commits fully to the madness. The film’s cult success led to a sequel, Crank: High Voltage, which doubled down on the insanity.
Crank is now available for streaming on Plex and MovieSphere+(USA).
2. The Bank Job (2008)
Even though it is based on the infamous 1971 Baker Street robbery, it would be criminal to call The Bank Job just a heist movie. Jason Statham’s Terry Leather assembles a team and breaks into a bank vault, but what they find goes far beyond cash and jewels. They discover incriminating photos of high-ranking officials, including a royal family member. The movie gives ample space for the historical context, exploring espionage, political cover-ups, and government conspiracy.
This is not the out-and-out action thriller audiences had come to expect from Statham. He delivers a remarkably restrained performance in the role of Terry. The movie’s narrative is a gripping cinematic story that layers the real-world events into it. The movie earned far stronger reviews than most of Statham’s filmography. If you missed it, assuming it was just another Jason Statham heist movie, you’ll be proven wrong by this sophisticated thriller.
The Bank Job is now available for streaming on Plex and Fawesome (USA).
1. Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Jason Statham’s rise to stardom began right here with Guy Ritchie’s directorial debut. What makes his casting even more fascinating is how he earned the role. Ritchie was introduced to Statham while he was modeling for French Connection. Upon learning Statham had a real-world background as a street merchant, Ritchie knew he had found the perfect “Bacon”. Statham allegedly spent his younger years as a street hustler, selling knockoff goods in local markets, a work that wasn’t exactly legal. When Ritchie went looking for fresh faces with genuine street credibility to star in his crime drama, Statham was the perfect fit.
He plays Bacon, part of a group of four friends, who find themselves tangled in a catastrophic web of debt. To get out of the debt, they plan to steal from their criminal neighbors. Statham’s raw charisma shines effortlessly, impressing Ritchie enough to land him the lead role in his next film, Snatch. The movie itself is a chaotic, stylistically shot masterpiece, having great dialogue and unforgettably layered storytelling.
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels is now available for purchase or rent on Prime Video and AppleTV (USA).
RankJason Statham MoviesBox Office (As of May 1st, 2026)RT – Tomatometer | Popcornmeter (As of May 1st, 2026)IMDb Score (As of May 1st, 2026)1Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)$28.1 million75% | 93%8.1/102The Bank Job (2008)$66.1 million79% | 74%7.2/103Crank (2006)$42.9 million62% | 71%6.9/104The Transporter (2002)$43.9 million53% | 73%6.8/105The Beekeeper (2024)$162.6 million71% | 92%6.3/106Wrath of Man (2021)$104 million68% | 90%7.1/107Furious 7 (2015)$1.515 billion81% | 82%7.1/108The Mechanic (2011)$76.3 million54% | 51%6.5/109Homefront (2013)$51.7 million42% | 61%6.5/1010Death Race (2008)$76 million41% | 60%6.4/10
Still have questions? Here are a few questions you might want the answers to about Statham’s action movies.
What true story is The Bank Job based on?
It is based on the real-life 1971 Baker Street robbery in London.
Is Crank 2006 worth watching?
It is a crazy, but fun movie. The premise of the movie is wild, but it is weirdly interesting. Crank is definitely a film worth watching.
What streaming service can I watch Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels?
It isn’t available for streaming in the U.S. You can buy it on Prime Video, Apple TV, or Fandango At Home as download or rent it online from these platforms.
Was Wrath of Man a success?
Despite earning mixed reviews from critics, the Guy Ritchie movie was loved by fans (90% popcornmeter score). It performed well at the box office, earning $104 million.
Is there a Beekeeper 2 movie?
A sequel to The Beekeeper was announced in 2025. The movie will be released in theaters on January 15, 2027.
Which Statham movie will you pick up for a rewatch? Do you have any picks from here that you are excited to watch for the first time? Are you excited for John Doe and Beekeeper 2? Let us know in the comments below!
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