Jason Statham’s latest action movie, “A Working Man,” is making significant waves in the streaming world, climbing to number three on the Vudu charts just weeks after its release. While the film experienced a modest box office run, its streaming success demonstrates the continued appeal of Statham’s signature high-octane style, drawing both dedicated fans and new viewers to Vudu’s top 10, where it shares space with animated hit “Dogman” and Marvel Studios’ “Captain America: Brave New World.” Launching as Statham’s second collaboration with director David Ayer, the movie is quickly becoming a standout in this summer’s lineup of action films.
“A Working Man” stands out for its intense action sequences blended with an emotional storyline, a hallmark of Jason Statham’s career. The film, based on Chuck Dixon’s novel “Levon’s Trade,” follows Statham’s character, Levon Cade, a former black ops operative striving for a peaceful life in Chicago as a construction worker. When the daughter of his boss, played by Arianna Rivas, is abducted by human traffickers, Cade is pulled back into his dangerous past, uncovering a much larger criminal operation than he expected. Statham’s performance brings a determined, gritty hero to life, resonating strongly with audiences.
Despite a divided reaction from critics and viewers, Jason Statham’s new film has enjoyed impressive financial success. The movie currently holds a 49% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, while its audience rating soars at 87%, clearly reflecting a strong connection with viewers that critics may have overlooked. Worldwide, “A Working Man” has grossed $98.4 million against its $40 million budget, a testament to Statham’s box office draw and the film’s growing popularity online. For comparison, Statham and Ayer’s previous collaboration, “The Beekeeper,” saw a larger box office but also benefited from a higher critical score.
The supporting cast further elevates “A Working Man,” featuring David Harbour as Gunny Lefferty, Michael Peña as Joe Garcia, Ilsa Gie as Merry Cade, and Jason Flemyng as Russian Mafia captain Wolo. Co-written by David Ayer and Sylvester Stallone, the film encapsulates the struggles and triumphs of a war veteran drawn back into battle, skillfully portrayed by Jason Statham. Reviewer Nate Richard from Collider notes,
The rapid climb of “A Working Man” on Vudu’s streaming charts highlights the powerful appeal of Jason Statham as an action movie star, even as critical opinion remains split. The film’s strong audience response suggests a continued demand for engaging, emotionally resonant stories anchored by compelling performances, particularly from actors like Statham who bring both intensity and depth to the screen. As “A Working Man” continues to stream, its impact is set to resonate with fans of the action genre, likely encouraging similar projects and further cementing Jason Statham’s status as a leading figure in modern action cinema.
