Top 12 Jason Statham Movie Highlights

Daniel Day-Lewis is undeniably one of the greatest actors in cinematic history, having secured three Academy Awards, which is three more than his fellow English actor, Jason Statham. However, while Day-Lewis has mesmerized audiences with his transformative performances, has he ever matched the sheer audacity of Statham's action heroics? Statham, after all, has famously choked a man with casino chips, knocked out someone with a coin, killed with a spoon, and even punched a man in the fist with his own head—all in the same movie! In the world of action cinema, Statham truly stands in a league of his own.

As one of the 21st century's most reliable action stars, Jason Statham's latest film, A Working Man, is now hitting the screens. To celebrate this new release, let's dive into some of the most memorable and thrilling moments from Statham's career. After all, until the Academy starts recognizing feats like walking through fire, blindfolded water-skiing, or mastering the piano later in life, celebrating Statham's unique brand of entertainment is the least we can do.

The Best Jason Statham Movie Moments

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12. Homefront

Ever wondered if Jason Statham's action heroes could take down three men with their hands tied behind their back? In Homefront, Statham does exactly that, annihilating three opponents while his hands are bound. It's a spectacular way to start our list, showcasing Statham's incredible prowess.

11. The Beekeeper

In The Beekeeper, Statham's character displays a surprising softness by allowing some scam call center employees to escape before blowing up their building—simply because they apologized. However, true to form, he doesn't let the manager off the hook, dragging him behind a truck off a bridge. Statham's action scenes never disappoint, even if they occasionally come with a sting.

10. Wild Card

Returning to Wild Card, a film that didn't quite hit the mark at the box office but boasts some of Statham's best fight choreography. Directed by the mind behind Con Air, and featuring Stanley Tucci with a rare full head of hair, the movie culminates in Statham taking down five armed men with nothing but a spoon and a butter knife. Talk about kitchen utensils turned deadly!

9. Death Race

Paul W.S. Anderson's Death Race may not have won him critical acclaim, but it certainly delivers on action. Statham's character outsmarts the monstrous Juggernaut, showcasing a commitment to practical effects that predates Mad Max: Fury Road by years. It's a testament to the thrill of real, tangible action over CGI.

8. The Meg

No list of Jason Statham's highlights would be complete without his epic showdown with a megalodon in The Meg. Statham not only spears the giant shark but also rides it as it leaps from the water, delivering a fatal blow to its eye. It's a scene that epitomizes the "if it bleeds, you can kill it" ethos.

7. The Transporter

Sliding into seventh place is Statham's iconic role as Frank Martin in The Transporter. With action choreography from Hong Kong legend Corey Yuen, the film is packed with memorable fights. Yet, the oil fight stands out, where Statham's character uses grease to slip through enemies' grasps before unleashing a fury of kicks.

6. The Fate of the Furious

Deckard Shaw's transition from villain to hero in the Fast and Furious saga has been a rollercoaster, but The Fate of the Furious gives us one of Statham's most memorable moments: an airborne rescue of Dom and Elena's baby, blending action with humor in a way only Statham can.

5. The Expendables

In The Expendables, Statham's Lee Christmas gets to shine alongside action legends. From kicking Scott Adkins into a helicopter to a brutal basketball court brawl, Statham's moments in this series are always explosive. His quick takedown of six men in 16 seconds is particularly unforgettable.

4. Spy

In Spy, Statham's comedic timing shines as Rick Ford, the unkillable agent. His tales of impossible feats, like driving a car off a freeway onto a train while on fire, are delivered with such deadpan humor that they steal every scene he's in.

3. Transporter 2

The infamous barrel roll in Transporter 2 remains one of Statham's most iconic stunts. With the calm of a seasoned professional, Frank Martin flips his Audi to dislodge a bomb, showcasing Statham's ability to make the impossible look effortless.

2. Crank: High Voltage

After surviving a fall from a helicopter, Chev Chelios' journey in Crank: High Voltage includes hallucinating a fight as a giant kaiju version of himself. It's a testament to Statham's willingness to embrace the absurd in his action roles.

1. Snatch

Topping our list is Snatch, where Statham, in only his second film role, steals the show with his wit and charm. Amidst heavyweights like Brad Pitt and Benicio Del Toro, Statham delivers some of the film's most quotable lines, cementing his place as a cinematic icon.