Top 12 Jason Statham Film Highlights

Daniel Day-Lewis may be celebrated as one of cinema's finest actors, boasting three Academy Awards to his name, whereas Jason Statham has yet to receive such recognition. However, Statham brings a unique flair to the screen with his action-packed performances. Has Day-Lewis ever choked a man with casino chips, knocked someone out with a coin, killed someone with a spoon, or punched a man in the fist with his own head? Jason Statham managed all these feats in a single film, showcasing his unparalleled action hero status.

Statham has solidified his reputation as a reliable action star of the 21st century, and fans are thrilled about his latest release, A Working Man. To celebrate this new addition to his filmography, we're revisiting some of the most memorable moments from Jason Statham's action-filled and often humorous career. After all, until the Oscars start recognizing feats like walking through fire, water-skiing blindfolded, or mastering the piano later in life, it's only fitting we honor Statham's unique contributions to cinema.

The Best Jason Statham Movie Moments

13 Images12. Homefront

Ever wondered if Jason Statham's characters could take down foes with their hands tied behind their backs? In Homefront, Statham proves it's not just a hypothetical scenario as he dispatches three adversaries while bound, setting a thrilling tone for our list.

11. The Beekeeper

While The Beekeeper might have shown a softer side of Statham, sparing some scam call center employees who apologized, fans crave his trademark ruthlessness. Thankfully, he doesn't disappoint entirely. Statham chases down the call center manager, attaches him to a truck, and sends the vehicle off a bridge, dragging the villain behind. It's a harsh reminder that even bumblebees outfly a 1967 Ford F-100.

10. Wild Card

Returning to Wild Card, a film that underperformed at the box office despite its thrilling action and Stanley Tucci's unique appearance, Statham delivers an unforgettable final showdown. Armed only with a spoon and a butter knife, he takes down five armed goons unscathed, solidifying his title as the master of unconventional weaponry.

9. Death Race

Director Paul W.S. Anderson's Death Race may not have earned him critical acclaim, but it showcases his commitment to practical effects and action. Statham outsmarts the formidable Juggernaut with the help of his rival, delivering one of the film's standout moments in a world where practical effects reign supreme.

8. The Meg

No list of Statham's greatest hits would be complete without his epic battle against a megalodon in The Meg. Statham not only slices open the beast but also surfs it as it leaps, driving a spear into its eye. It's a testament to his prowess against any predator, no matter how ancient or gigantic.

7. The Transporter

In The Transporter, Statham's iconic role as Frank Martin delivers a series of unforgettable fight scenes. From the container fight to the oil fight, where Frank uses bicycle pedals and spinning heel kicks to defeat his enemies, the film is a showcase of Statham's action choreography mastery.

6. The Fate of the Furious

Deckard Shaw's transition from villain to hero in the Fast and Furious saga is cemented in The Fate of the Furious. Statham's airborne rescue of Dom and Elena's baby, blending gun-fu with humor, stands out as one of his most dynamic scenes in the franchise.

5. The Expendables

As Lee Christmas in The Expendables, Statham holds his own among Hollywood's toughest. His swift and brutal basketball court beatdown of his girlfriend's abusive ex and his cronies is a highlight, showcasing his efficiency and ferocity in combat.

4. Spy

In the comedy Spy, Statham's portrayal of Rick Ford, the unkillable secret agent, is a scene-stealer. His recounting of driving a car off a freeway onto a train while on fire, not the car but himself, adds a hilarious twist to his tough-guy persona.

3. Transporter 2

The barrel roll in Transporter 2 is a moment of sheer coolness. Frank Martin flips his Audi to dislodge a bomb with the calm demeanor of someone brushing off a speck of dust, defying physics in the process.

2. Crank: High Voltage

In Crank: High Voltage, after surviving a fall from a helicopter, Chev Chelios faces off against Chinese gangsters who stole his heart. His hallucination of fighting as a giant kaiju version of himself, complete with a mask of his own head, is a testament to the film's wild creativity.

1. Snatch

Topping our list is Snatch, where Statham, in only his second film, delivers some of the movie's most iconic lines amidst a stellar cast. His character Turkish's witty exchange about guns and protection from "Zee Germans" is a highlight in a film brimming with memorable dialogue.