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Top 10 Movies Starring Jason Statham

Written by Gerryaldo

To excel as an action film star, a diverse set of skills, particularly in martial arts, is essential. Jason Statham, a master in Wing Chun Kung Fu, Karate, and Kickboxing, has leveraged these talents to ascend in the film industry. His proficiency in a range of martial arts has been a significant factor in his rise to fame since his debut.

Statham has carved out a niche for himself in both Hollywood and European cinema. He is particularly noted for his collaborations with Luc Besson in a series of films. Here, we present a carefully curated list of the best films featuring Jason Statham.

A movie with a grand heist premise is guaranteed to be one of the most exciting action movies to follow. Director Guy Ritchie realized this in his 2000 movie "Snatch". The storyline is about a group of thieves who get caught up in a series of troubles after committing a grand heist.

Led by Franky (Benicio del Toro), the bandits manage to steal a huge diamond in Antwerp, which get them into a lot of trouble. Determined to protect the stolen diamond, Franky gets involved in a case with the most feared arms dealer, Boris (Rade Šerbedžija).

As the story progresses, the team faces betrayal and plans for revenge, making their plans to get the diamonds fall apart as ownership of the gems changes hands. The movie keeps the audience on the edge of their seats as they wonder who will eventually get diamond. Who will get the stolen diamond? Find out in the movie "Snatch"!

2. Lock, Stock and Smoking Barrels

Year 1998
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Cast Jason Flemyng Dexter Fletcher Nick Moran Jason Statham
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Most movie enthusiasts may recognize the name Guy Ritchie, who is famous for directing blockbusters like "Sherlock Holmes" (2009) and "Aladdin" (2019). However, do you know which movie marked his directorial debut? It was "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels," which hit the big screen in 1998.

The movie follows a group of friends: Eddie (Nick Moran), Tom (Jason Flemyng), Soap (Dexter Fletcher), and Bacon (Jason Statham). They are in deep trouble after losing £500,000 in a high-stakes gamble with a dangerous criminal kingpin. With the pressure to pay off their enormous debts, they struggle to find a solution.

Their plan is to steal money from a small gang operating in the apartment next door. Imagine that! Their reckless decision lands them in hot water with not one, but two major criminal groups. How will they handle the chaos they've stirred up in these two gangs?

Jason Statham continues to fascinate fans with his charismatic performances, and one of his most famous movies is "Wrath of Man". The movie tells the story of a father who takes revenge after his son is killed by a gang of thieves.

Mason Hargreaves (Jason Statham) is an ex-criminal whose life takes a tragic turn when his son is shot during a robbery. Fueled by anger, Mason leaves his past as a criminal behind and embarks on a mission to track down his son's killer, who surprisingly works for a security company called Fortico Security.

Under the alias Patrick Hill, also known as 'H', Mason infiltrates the company as an armoured truck guard. Initially underestimated and bullied by his colleagues for being the new guy, Mason hides his true capabilities. Behind his quiet facade, he has transformed into a skilled and ruthless avenger, driven by the need for retribution.

The Bank Job is a thrilling movie directed by Roger Donaldson released in 2008. This film is inspired by the real-life heist of a safe deposit box at Lloyds Bank on Baker Street, London, in 1971. The lead role is played by the talented Jason Statham.

In the movie, Statham portrays Terry Leather, a criminal mastermind who teams up with MI5 agent Tim Everett (Richard Lintern) to pull off the bank robbery. The heist initially seems successful, but soon they are trapped in an internal conflict, leading to murder and other intense criminal activities. This situation puts Terry in a tough spot.

Finally, Terry collaborates with MI5 agents and Lord Mountbatten (Christopher Owen), a character connected to the royal family, to return all the stolen items from the bank, including compromising photos of the British Royal family. This exchange enables Terry and the MI5 agents to avoid arrest, tackle corruption, and dismantle criminal networks.

Adding comedy to a spy movie can make it more enjoyable, and that's exactly what Paul Feig achieved with his film "Spy". He cast Melissa McCarthy as the lead, playing a hilariously inept spy agent.

In the movie, Susan Cooper (Melissa McCarthy) is a CIA agent usually found behind a desk. She supports her field agent colleague, Bradley Fine (Jude Law), during missions. But things change when Bradley is killed by Rayna Boyanov (Rose Byrne), the daughter of a notorious arms dealer.

Driven by a desire to avenge Bradley and capture Rayna, Susan steps out from behind her desk for the first time to undertake a mission. Despite her inexperience, she finds herself not only infiltrating the terrorist's plan but also unexpectedly saving Rayna's life. This act of bravery leads to an unlikely friendship between them. By the end of her adventure, Susan earns the respect and admiration of her colleagues, who were initially doubtful of her abilities.

6. The Transporter

Year 2002
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Cast Jason Statham Lin Li Hui
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"The Transporter" is an action movie starring Jason Statham, who is known for his action-packed roles. Inspired by the series "The Hire", the movie tells the story of Frank Martin, a former special forces soldier who turns into an elite driver, and becomes involved in a human trafficking operation. The acting of Jason Statham in this movie looks mature as an action star.

Frank Martin (Jason Statham) is no ordinary driver; he has a military background in the special forces. Outside of working hours, he works as a transporter, handling special cargo and people, with strict rules for his services. His professionalism is what attracts important clients.

On one assignment, Frank is tasked to deliver a mysterious crate, which he doesn't want to know the contents of. However, when carrying the crate, it moves so fast that he can't help but open it. It turns out that the contents are a beautiful woman bound with her mouth tightly closed, her name is Lai Kwai (Lin Li Hui / Shu Qi).

After he opens the package, the mission turns into a rescue mission. How will the story continue?

Are you in the mood for a movie where action stars team up to tackle crime? "The Expendables 2" is just the ticket! The star-studded cast returns with an even more thrilling and intense mission, centered on a mission for vengeance against formidable foes.

The story kicks off with the Expendables team being dispatched to Nepal to rescue a Chinese businessman. They successfully complete the mission and head back to the United States. This mission was supposed to be the last for Billy (Liam Hemsworth), who plans to leave the military.

However, Billy is captured and killed by Vilain (Jean-Claude Van Damme), a ruthless arms dealer. Enraged by the loss of their teammate, the rest of the Expendables vow to exact fierce revenge. They follow Vilain's trail to Bulgaria, aided by Barney's (Sylvester Stallone) old friend Booker (Chuck Norris). Once they locate Vilain, they engage in an intense battle to honor Billy and bring justice for his untimely death.

"The Fate of the Furious," the eighth installment in the Fast & Furious franchise, continues the adrenaline-pumping tale of Dom and his crew as they face a new set of challenges from their adversaries.

With a production budget of $270 million, this action-packed film raked in a whopping $1.2 billion globally, making it one of the most successful stories in the FF series that began in 2001.

In this chapter, Dom and his team have chosen to step away from their high-speed racing and perilous missions, opting for a more normal life surrounded by friends and family. However, their peaceful existence is short-lived, particularly when Dom was coerced back into the criminal world.

The twist comes from a cyber-terrorist named Cipher (Charlize Theron), who threatens Dom's ex-wife Elena (Elsa Pataky) and their child. This leads Dom to manipulate and even betray his own team. Now, it's up to Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) and the rest of the team to not only bring Dom back but also to take down Cipher and restore their peace.

Jason Statham is back in action in the film "The Mechanic," a thrilling action movie directed by Simon West. This film, released as a remake of the 1972 movie with the same name, features Statham as Arthur Bishop, a skilled and meticulous professional assassin.

Arthur's initial task is to eliminate a Colombian cartel boss hiding in Louisiana. After successfully completing this mission, he faces a daunting new challenge: to kill his own mentor, Harry (Donald Sutherland), due to a botched mission in South Africa. Arthur is adamantly against this but realizes there are consequences for defying the order.

To create an ally, Arthur decides to train Harry's son, Steve (Ben Foster), to become an assassin like himself. He plans for Steve to avenge Harry's death without implicating Arthur. However, this strategy backfires when Steve betrays Arthur. Left to fend for himself, Arthur must navigate through a web of betrayal and danger to tackle the threats surrounding him.

10. The Meg

Year 2018
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Cast Jason Statham Li Bingbing
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Imagine if a monstrous prehistoric creature, once at the top of the food chain, suddenly woke up and began terrorizing the modern world. This is the thrilling premise of Jon Turteltaub's movie "The Meg."

The film, with its focus on sharks, might remind you of classics like "Jaws" (1975), "Deep Blue Sea" (1999), and "47 Meters Down" (2017).

The plot kicks off with a deep-sea research venture funded by billionaire Dr. Zhang (Winston Chao), aiming to explore the depths of the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean. The project attracts various experts, including skilled diver Jonas Taylor (Jason Statham).

During their expedition into the trench, something happened. The thermocline layer, which divides cold and warm ocean waters, is disturbed, unleashing a gigantic, ancient Megalodon. Now, it's up to Jonas and his team to stop this massive shark from causing further chaos and danger. They embark on a mission to capture and eliminate the Megalodon before it can cause any more harm.

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