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 it off a bridge, dragging the villain behind. 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 film showcases some of Statham's best fight scenes. In the final showdown, he takes down five gun-wielding goons with just a spoon and a butter knife, emerging unscathed. Truly, Jason Statham is the 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 a rival, making it a standout moment in a film that predates Mad Max: Fury Road by seven years.

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, Statham surfs it as it leaps into the air, ultimately spearing it in the eye. The prehistoric beast then becomes a meal for its smaller descendants, proving that if it bleeds, Statham can kill it.

7. The Transporter

In The Transporter, Statham's iconic role as Frank Martin delivers non-stop action. With numerous memorable fight scenes, 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 has been solidified. One of the standout moments is his airborne rescue of Dom and Elena's infant son in The Fate of the Furious, blending action with humor in a way only Statham can.

5. The Expendables

In the Expendables franchise, Statham's Lee Christmas holds his own among Hollywood's toughest. From kicking Scott Adkins into a helicopter to a brutal basketball court beatdown, Christmas proves he's more than just a holiday; he's a force to be reckoned with.

4. Spy

In the comedy Spy, Statham steals the show as Rick Ford, an unkillable secret agent with a flair for the dramatic. His tales of driving a car off a freeway onto a train while on fire are both hilarious and a testament to his character's legendary toughness.

3. Transporter 2

The barrel roll in Transporter 2 is unforgettable. Frank Martin calmly flips his Audi to dislodge a bomb, showcasing his cool under pressure and defying physics in the process.

2. Crank: High Voltage

In Crank: High Voltage, after surviving a fall from a helicopter, Chev Chelios faces the challenge of retrieving his stolen heart. His hallucination of fighting as a giant kaiju version of himself at a power station is a testament to the film's wild creativity.

1. Snatch

Topping our list is Snatch, where Statham, in only his second film, holds his own against Hollywood heavyweights. His character Turkish delivers some of the movie's most quotable lines, with the exchange about carrying a gun for protection against "Zee Germans" being a standout. In a film full of memorable moments, Statham's performance shines brightest.