The many incredible action movies ofJason Stathamhave turned him into one of cinema’s most popular modern action heroes, and he’s had plenty of great movies that still need sequels. While Statham has taken part in his fair share of franchises, his filmography boasts countless movies that have plenty of life in them and heroic characters that audiences would love to see on the big screen once again. Having proven his skills for hand-to-hand combat, intense car chases, and death-defying stunt work, there are so many characters Statham should bring back for one more movie.
Statham has been at the forefront of some of thebiggest action franchisesof all time and has demonstrated he can hold his own against heavy hitters like Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. With a talent for playing tough-guy British heroes, Statham offers something different in the realm of Hollywood action movies. Although he’s always ready to save the day, his characters often feel grounded in reality. With so many incredible movies to his name,there are countless Statham sequels audiences would love to see one day.
8Spy (2015)
Jason Statham as Rick Ford
Spywas a hilarious espionage crime comedy that saw Melissa McCarthy portray a 40-year-old, single, desk-bound CIA analyst who breaks out of her boring day-to-day existence to become an actual spy. With a story about retrieving a stolen portable nuclear device, writer-director Paul Feig got plenty of laughs out of this well-worn concept andshowcased Jason Statham’s seldom-appreciated comedic talents. As Rick Ford, Statham played a grizzled CIA operative who believes himself to be flawless while he’s the one constantly making mistakes.
One of the most impressive things aboutSpywas the way that Statham leaned into his action hero persona for maximum comedic effect and it was enjoyable to watch him make fun of himself in this manner.Spyhas plenty of potential for a sequel and Feig even said in 2015 that he had started writing one (viaGuardian.) While this has yet to materialize, it would be incredible to see Statham reprise this uniquely hilarious character.
Spy
Cast
Written and directed by Paul Feig, 2015’s Spy features Jason Statham, Jude Law, and Melissa McCarthy in an Action, Comedy, and Spy setting. McCarthy plays a CIA employee relegated to a desk that helps her field agent partner remotely until she’s forced into action to help keep everyone safe.
7Homefront (2013)
Jason Statham as Phil Broker
Homefrontwas an action movie that had serious potential as afranchise starter from Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone. However, this adaptation of a novel by Chuck Logan made the fatal mistake of basing its screenplay on the final entry in a long-running series that could have carried many movies starring Statham as the retired DEA agent Phil Broker. While the finality ofHomefrontmade a sequel unlikely from the start, the wealth of material from Logan means there’s a lot of potential to turn it into a series in the form of prequels.
Homefront’sunderwhelming critical reception also meant a follow-up movie was unlikely, which was a real shame as it acted as an enjoyable homage to classic action thrillers of the past. While screenwriterStallone and its star Statham continued working togetheronThe Expendablesseries, it would be nice to also see them flesh out Broker’s world even further. Currently, there are no plans for aHomefrontsequel, but with a back catalog filled with incredible action movies, this would be a great one to return to.
Homefront
Homefront follows former DEA agent Phil Broker, who, after a tragic mission, retires to a quiet town with his daughter. As he faces off against a local drug lord, his past troubles resurface, leading to a high-stakes confrontation as he aims to protect his family.
6The Beekeeper (2024)
Jason Statham as Adam Clay
The Beekeeperwas an excellent franchise starter for Jason Statham that could easily lead to many excellent sequels and spin-off movies. As Adam Clay,Statham played a former Beekeeper operative brought out of retirementto take down a criminal organization after his kindhearted landlady fell victim to a sinister phishing scam. This instigating event led to many awesome Beekeeper scenes that saw Statham’s enemies attacked by swarms of bees and even being catapulted off a bridge.
The rich worldbuilding ofThe Beekepeerintroduced a fascinating underworld of special operatives and, similar to theJohn Wickfranchise, hinted at a rich mythology that’s begging to be explored in future installments. As a no-nonsense action hero, Adam Clay has the potential to become a major figure in the world of action movies if follow-up films can maintain the fun energy of the original. While a sequel toThe Beekeeperhas not been officially announced, its smash success and $152 million at the global box office (via Box Office Mojo) mean a second film is practically a certainty.
The Beekeeper
The Beekeeper follows a man’s quest for vengeance that escalates to a national level when he is revealed as a former operative of a covert organization known as Beekeepers. The story intertwines personal motives with broader implications, highlighting the intricate web of secrecy and power within the organization.
5Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
Jason Statham as Deckard Shaw
Jason Statham has certainly left his mark on theFast & Furiousfranchise with his role as the former British Special Forces and MI6 mercenary Deckard Shaw. As the primary villain ofFurious 7, Shaw appeared in many of the subsequent sequels and became so popular that he earned a spin-off film alongside Dwayne Johnson as Luke Hobbs. The mismatched buddy cop formula ofFast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shawworked well and opened the door for more spin-off misadventures featuring the sinister antihero.
While there was discussion about a direct sequel featuring Statham and Johnson, these plans were later postponed as Johnson hinted at another spin-off film titledHobbs & Reyeswith Johnson and Jason Momoa set to star (viaMovieWeb.) However,Statham as Shaw was central to the success ofHobbs & Shaw, and it’s important that he reprises his role in any potential sequel. As a fan-favorite character, Shaw is an important part of theFast & Furiousfranchise, and it would be great to see him stick around following the main series conclusion.
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw marks a spin-off from the Fast & Furious franchise, uniting Dwayne Johnson and Jason Statham as adversaries-turned-allies. They confront Brixton, a cyber-genetically enhanced anarchist, whose dangerous plans imperil the world, leading the unlikely duo to collaborate in thwarting this global threat.
4Meg 2: The Trench (2023)
Jason Statham as Jonas Taylor
The Megfranchise has been a major hit at the box office as the sequel to 2018’sThe Megtook in nearly $400 million at the global box office (viaBox Office Mojo.) WhileMeg 3has yet to be officially announced,it would be surprising if Statham did not return as the rescue diver Jonas Taylorfor yet another underwater encounter with prehistoric creatures. With awe-inspiring visuals and clear interest from audiences,The Megfranchise has showcased the viability of shark movies almost 50 years afterJawswas released.
The plot for a potential thirdMegmovie would likely adapt the story outlined in the original novels by Steve Alten. This would lead to a movie based onMeg: Primal Waters, which continued Taylor’s adventures as he was hired to be a consultant for a reality TV show that became plagued by megalodons. With seven novels inThe Megbook series already published, this is a franchise that’s drowning in sequel potential.
The Meg 2: The Trench
The Meg 2: The Trench is a followup to the 2018 Jason Statham-starring film about a giant Megalodon shark. The sequel is based on The Trench novel from Steve Alten and sees the return of Jason Statham and Cliff Curtis' characters from the first film. Ben Wheatley replaces Jon Turteltaub as the director for the sequel.
3Crank: High Voltage (2009)
Jason Statham as Chev Chelios
More so than any other film,Crankwas anaction movie with the look and feel of a video gameas Jason Statham engaged in someGrand Theft Auto-esque carnage. As Chev Chelios, Statham portrayed a professional assassin injected with a poison that would kill him if his heart rate dropped, meaning the outrageous had to remain high from start to finish. The sequelCrank: High Voltagekept up this intensity as Chev had one hour to find a replacement heart after he had been abducted, and it was switched with an artificial one.
As a truly bonkers set of movies,it would be thrilling to see Statham play Chev one more time to complete the trilogy. The possibilities are endless for what kind of absurd set of circumstances would send Chev on yet another wild rampage as he races against the clock in a life-or-death fight for survival. Director Brian Taylor hinted at the potential forCrank 3in a 2013Reddit AMA, and although Statham’s career has developed a lot since then, it would still be fantastic to see him come back for one more movie.
2Expend4bles (2023)
Jason Statham as Lee Christmas
Jason Statham solidified his role as one of modern cinema’s greatest action heroes as Lee Christmas inThe Expendablesfranchise. As a series that has boasted appearances from action legends like Sylvester Stallone, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, and Arnold Schwarzenegger,The Expendableshas always been an incredible who’s who of action movie royalty. Christmas was one of the franchise’s greatest characters, who, as a former SAS soldier with incredible hand-to-hand combat and knife-fighting skills, led to some of the franchise’s best moments.
The fourth movie in the series,Expend4bles, kept this action-packed franchise interesting as Stallone’s Barney Ross began to pass the torch of team leader to Statham’s character. This means thata fifthExpendablesmovie would likely feature Statham as the main staronce again and showcase his increased development as the crew leader. While a sequel has yet to be announced, as one of the world’s biggest action franchises, the world has likely not heard the last fromThe Expendables.
1Transporter 3 (2008)
Jason Statham as Frank Martin
The Transporterfranchise was one of Jason Statham’s greatest accomplishments as an action hero and was a definitive series in his transformation into a bona fide action movie legend. As theformer Special Forces operative Frank Martin, it was thrilling to watch Statham take down goons, find love, and partake in increasingly outrageous misadventures. Over the course of three films, Statham had plenty ofincredibleTransporterfighting scenes, and it would be thrilling to see him reprise his role in one more sequel.
WhileThe Transporterseries attempted to reboot itself with Ed Skrein in the leading role, part of the appeal of this franchise was Statham’s star power.The Transporter Refueledwas released in 2015 to negative reviews, which proved the only way to bring this franchise back to its former glory was to have Statham return. It’s now been more than 20 years sinceJason Stathamfirst played Martin, and the popularity of legacy sequels likeTop Gun: Maverickproved that nostalgia for the original trilogy may help make a potentialTransporter 4big hit at the box office.
