Top 12 Jason Statham Film Highlights

Daniel Day-Lewis, revered as one of the finest actors in cinematic history, boasts three Academy Awards. That's three more than the esteemed English actor Jason Statham. However, while Day-Lewis has mastered the art of method acting, Statham has showcased his unique talents in more unconventional ways, such as choking a man with casino chips, knocking someone out with a coin, killing with a spoon, and even punching someone in the fist with his own head—all in the same film. It's clear: the two actors operate in entirely different realms of cinematic excellence.

Statham has solidified his status as a go-to action star of the 21st century, and fans are thrilled with his latest release, A Working Man. To celebrate this milestone, we're diving into some of the most memorable and entertaining moments from Jason Statham's action-packed and often hilarious career. Since the Oscars don't yet recognize feats like walking through fire, water-skiing blindfolded, or late-life piano mastery, celebrating Statham's on-screen heroics is the least we can do.

The Best Jason Statham Movie Moments

13 Images12. Homefront

Ever wonder if Jason Statham's characters could take down three opponents with their hands tied behind their back? Wonder no more. In Homefront, Statham does exactly that, making it the perfect opener for our list of his greatest hits.

11. The Beekeeper

While The Beekeeper saw Statham showing unexpected mercy by letting some scam call centre workers escape before demolishing their building, it's not what we expect from our action hero. However, he redeems himself by chasing down the call centre manager, strapping him to his truck, and sending him off a bridge. It's a reminder that even if bumblebees aren't great flyers, they're still better than a 1967 Ford F-100 dragging a scoundrel.

10. Wild Card

Let's revisit Wild Card, a film that didn't get the box office love it deserved despite its thrilling fight scenes and the genius of director Simon West. Statham's character takes down five armed goons with just a spoon and a butter knife, proving once again why he's the king of unconventional weaponry.

9. Death Race

Paul W.S. Anderson's Death Race might not have won any awards, but it deserves kudos for its commitment to practical effects and high-octane action. Statham outwits the Juggernaut with a clever alliance, highlighting the film's thrilling car chases and proving that practical effects reign supreme.

8. The Meg

How could we not include the time Jason Statham took down a megalodon in The Meg? After gutting the giant shark from end to end, he rides it like a surfboard, delivering the final blow with a spear to the eye. A true testament to Statham's ability to conquer any beast, no matter how prehistoric.

7. The Transporter

At number seven, we have one of Statham's most iconic roles as Frank Martin in The Transporter. With countless memorable fight scenes, the oil fight stands out where Frank uses his slick moves to evade his enemies before striking back with a vengeance.

6. The Fate of the Furious

Deckard Shaw's redemption arc in the Fast and Furious series is a rollercoaster, but his heroic rescue of Dom and Elena's baby in The Fate of the Furious is unforgettable. Combining gun-fu with humor, it's a standout moment in Statham's action saga.

5. The Expendables

In The Expendables, Statham's Lee Christmas shines among action legends. His basketball court brawl, where he single-handedly takes down six men in seconds, is a testament to his action prowess. Christmas might come once a year, but when he does, he delivers a brutal beatdown.

4. Spy

In the comedy Spy, Statham's Rick Ford steals the show with his over-the-top tales of invincibility and toughness. His monologue about driving a car off a freeway onto a train while on fire encapsulates his comedic brilliance.

3. Transporter 2

The barrel roll in Transporter 2 is legendary. Frank Martin casually flips his Audi to dislodge a bomb, showcasing his unparalleled cool under pressure. It's a scene that defies physics and cements Statham's status as an action icon.

2. Crank: High Voltage

After surviving a fall from a helicopter, Chev Chelios faces even wilder challenges in Crank: High Voltage. His hallucination of fighting as a giant kaiju version of himself at a power station is as surreal as it is thrilling.

1. Snatch

Topping our list is Snatch, where Jason Statham's early performance shines amidst a star-studded cast. His character Turkish delivers some of the film's most memorable lines, with the humorous exchange about carrying a gun standing out as a classic moment in Statham's career.