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Jason Statham's 'A Working Man' Debuts in Theaters with Mixed Reviews

The action thriller, directed by David Ayer and co-written with Sylvester Stallone, showcases intense action but faces criticism for its complex plot and ineffective villains.

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David Ayer interview a working man
Jason Statham as Levon Cade at a construction site wearing a hard hat in A Working Man.
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Overview

  • 'A Working Man,' starring Jason Statham as a former commando turned construction worker, premiered exclusively in theaters on March 28, 2025.
  • Directed by David Ayer, the movie is based on Chuck Dixon's novel 'Levon's Trade' and co-written by Sylvester Stallone.
  • The cast includes notable actors such as David Harbour, Michael Peña, and Jason Flemyng, alongside Statham in the lead role.
  • The film has received mixed critical reception, with praise for its action sequences and Statham's performance but criticism for its overly complicated narrative and underwhelming villains.
  • Positioned as a potential franchise starter, 'A Working Man' continues the collaboration between Statham and Ayer after their previous hit, 'The Beekeeper.'