Top 12 Jason Statham Movie Highlights

Daniel Day-Lewis is celebrated as one of the greatest actors in cinematic history, boasting three Academy Awards to his name. In contrast, fellow English actor Jason Statham has yet to win an Oscar, but he brings a different kind of cinematic magic to the screen. Has Daniel Day-Lewis ever choked a man with a handful of casino chips, knocked out someone with a coin, killed a person with a spoon, or punched a man in the fist with his own head? Jason Statham did all these in the same movie, showcasing his unique brand of action-packed entertainment. There's no contest when it comes to sheer action prowess.

Statham has solidified his status as one of the 21st century's most reliable action superstars. With his latest film, A Working Man, now in theaters, it's the perfect time to celebrate some of the most memorable moments from his hard-hitting and hilarious 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 fair to honor Statham's contributions to cinema.

The Best Jason Statham Movie Moments

13 Images12. Homefront

Ever wondered if Jason Statham's action heroes could take down three opponents with their hands tied behind their back? In Homefront, Statham proves it's not just a possibility but a reality, annihilating three foes in such a predicament. It's a thrilling way to kick off our list.

11. The Beekeeper

In The Beekeeper, Statham's character shows a softer side by allowing some scam call center employees to escape before blowing up the building, simply because they apologized. However, fans of his action-packed roles were not disappointed when he tracked down the call center manager, strapped him to a truck, and sent the vehicle off a bridge, dragging the villain behind it. It's a reminder that even bumblebees fly better than a 1967 Ford F-100.

10. Wild Card

Returning to the film mentioned in the introduction, Wild Card may have flopped at the box office, but it's a gem for Statham fans. Directed by the mastermind behind Con Air and featuring Stanley Tucci with hair, the movie showcases some of Statham's best fight scenes. In the final showdown, he takes down five gun-toting goons with just a spoon and a butter knife, emerging unscathed. Jason Statham: the undisputed king of knifey spoony.

9. Death Race

Paul W.S. Anderson's Death Race may not have won him critical acclaim, but it deserves recognition for its commitment to practical effects and thrilling car chases. Statham's character outsmarts the Juggernaut with the help of his rival, making it the film's standout moment. It's a testament to the power of practical effects over CGI.

8. The Meg

No list of Jason Statham's memorable moments would be complete without his epic battle against a megalodon in The Meg. After slicing the giant shark open from teeth to tail, Statham surfs it as it leaps into the air, driving a spear into its eyeball. The prehistoric beast then becomes a meal for its smaller descendants, proving that if it bleeds, Statham can kill it.

7. The Transporter

Sliding into the seventh spot is Statham's iconic role as Frank Martin in The Transporter. The 2002 original is packed with Hong Kong-style fight scenes, making it hard to choose just one highlight. However, the oil fight stands out, where Frank uses grease to slip through his enemies' grasp before turning the tables with bicycle pedals and spinning heel kicks.

6. The Fate of the Furious

Deckard Shaw's transition from villain to hero in the Fast and Furious saga was initially controversial, but his redemption arc in The Fate of the Furious is unforgettable. The airborne rescue of Dom and Elena's infant son, inspired by Hard Boiled, combines gun-fu with humor, making it one of Statham's greatest moments in the franchise.

5. The Expendables

In Sylvester Stallone's Expendables series, Jason Statham's Lee Christmas stands out among Hollywood's toughest. From kicking Scott Adkins into a helicopter to firing a flare from a flying boat, Christmas has many memorable moments. However, his brutal basketball court beatdown of his girlfriend's abusive ex and his cronies in just 16 seconds is the highlight. Christmas may come once a year, but when he does, he delivers a swift and decisive justice.

4. Spy

In the uproariously funny Spy, Jason Statham steals the show as Rick Ford, the unkillable secret agent with a penchant for self-made suits and immunity to 179 poisons. His best moment comes when he regales Melissa McCarthy with tales of his legendary toughness, including driving a car off a freeway onto a train while on fire. It's a testament to his comedic timing and action-hero status.

3. Transporter 2

The iconic barrel roll from Transporter 2 is a must-mention. Frank Martin calmly flips his Audi to dislodge a bomb, showcasing his cool-under-pressure demeanor. It's a move 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 a new challenge in Crank: High Voltage when his heart is stolen by Chinese gangsters. The film's surreal highlight is Chev's hallucination of a giant kaiju fight at a power station, where he battles as a 100-foot-tall version of himself wearing a mask of his own head. It's a testament to the film's wild and unpredictable nature.

1. Snatch

Topping our list is Snatch, where Jason Statham, in only his second film role, holds his own against Hollywood heavyweights like Brad Pitt and Benicio Del Toro. The film is filled with quotable lines, but Turkish's response to Tommy's gun in his trousers ("What is a gun doing in your trousers?" "For protection." "Protection from what? Zee Germans?") is a standout. It's a safer bet than anything Brick Top suggests, and a testament to Statham's early impact on cinema.