Ridham Vashishth
Jason Statham, the action-film dynamo, has been lighting up screens with his indomitable presence since the late ’90s. Born on July 26, 1967, this English actor’s foray into adrenaline began not in cinema but in the realms of Chinese martial arts and diving. In fact, he waved the flag for England at the 1990 Commonwealth Games. However, it was Guy Ritchie’s iconic crime dramas, ‘Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels’ (1998) and ‘Snatch’ (2000), that truly kickstarted his cinematic journey.
Riding this momentum, Statham won the hearts of audiences with roles in the ‘Transporter’ movie series. He also garnered acclaim for showcasing his tactical prowess in ‘The Italian Job’ (2003) and delivering high-octane thrills in the 2006 film ‘Crank.’ As he steered the 2000s and 2010s back to action with his performance in hits such as the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise, ‘Mechanic: Resurrection’, and ‘Meg,’ the anticipation for his next move remains palpable. For those eager to see what this action maestro has up his sleeve next, here’s a sneak peek into Jason Statham’s forthcoming films and TV ventures.
1. Mutiny (August 21, 2026)
Statham has been roped in for another action thriller helmed by Jean-François Richet (‘Plane’). Based on a script by J.P. Davis and Lindsay Michel, the film follows a guy named Cole Reed who is set up for the death of his billionaire industrialist boss, who is killed in front of his eyes. While on the run, Cole finds himself slowly uncovering an international conspiracy. Annabelle Wallis, Lee Charles, Chaneil Kular, Tom Christian, Adrian Lester, Roland Møller, and Arnas Fedaravicius are the other revealed cast members. Post-production is underway, with Statham also producing. The movie will be released on August 21, 2026.
2. The Beekeeper 2 (January 15, 2027)
MGM has greenlit ‘The Beekeeper 2,’ the sequel to the action movie ‘The Beekeeper,’ starring Jason Statham. The star will return as former intelligence operative Adam Clay. While the details of the story, penned by Umair Aleem and Kurt Wimmer, is under wraps, the movie, to be directed by Timo Tjahjanto, will reportedly explore why Statham’s character left the Beekeepers organization. The cast also includes Jeremy Irons, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Jemma Redgrave, and Yara Shahidi. Post-production is underway, and the movie will be released on January 15, 2027.
3. Fast Forever (March 17, 2028)
‘Fast Forever’ is an upcoming action crime thriller set to be a riveting continuation of the globally renowned ‘Fast & Furious’ series. The directorial reins for this high-octane film are held by Louis Leterrier, known for his adeptness in helming action-packed blockbusters. The screenplay is penned by Christina Hodson and Oren Uziel, promising a blend of thrilling chases, intricate plots, and the familial bonds that the franchise is celebrated for. While the plot details are being closely guarded, the anticipation surrounding this installment is palpable.
Jason Statham will reprise his role as Deckard Shaw, and he will be joined by a star-studded cast including Dwayne Johnson as Hobbs, Michelle Rodriguez as Letty Ortiz, Jason Momoa as Dante Reyes, Vin Diesel as Dominic Toretto, Nathalie Emmanuel as Ramsey, Sung Kang as Han, Tyrese Gibson as Roman, and Ludacris as Tej. Given the franchise’s history of delivering cinematic spectacles, audiences worldwide eagerly await what high-speed adventures and challenges await the beloved crew. Filming has yet to begin and will reportedly take place in Los Angeles. ‘Fast Forever’ will be released on March 17, 2028.
4. Viva La Madness (TBA)
Statham is teaming up with Guy Ritchie for the sixth time for the latter’s upcoming feature directorial titled ‘Viva La Madness.’ Their other collaborations are ‘Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,’ ‘Snatch,’ ‘Revolver,’ ‘Wrath of Man,’ and ‘Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre.’ Ritchie has adapted the story of ‘Viva La Madness’ from J.J. Connolly’s novel, which shows the protagonist pulled out of his retirement in the Caribbean and forced back into the criminal underworld. Production was underway in London in February 2026. The cast also includes Jason Isaacs, Ben Foster, Jonny Lee Miller, Camila Mendes, Vinnie Jones, and Babs Olusanmokun. A release date is awaited.
5. Jason Statham Stole My Bike (TBA)
Statham will star in David Leitch’s big-budget indie action comedy movie ‘Jason Statham Stole My Bike.’ The story, written by Alison Flierl, is under wraps, although it has been revealed that we will have Statham “in the role of a lifetime, playing global action superstar Jason Statham.” Filming will begin in May 2026. More details, including the story and the rest of the cast, have yet to be revealed.
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