Jason Statham's 'A Working Man' Underwhelms in Opening Box Office and Reviews
The action-thriller, directed by David Ayer, earns $1.1 million in previews and receives mixed reviews, falling short of expectations set by last year's 'The Beekeeper.'
- 'A Working Man,' starring Jason Statham as a former commando turned construction worker, opened in theaters on March 28, 2025.
- The film earned $1.1 million during Thursday previews, significantly less than the $2.4 million preview earnings of 'The Beekeeper.'
- Critics have given the film mixed reviews, with a 53% Rotten Tomatoes score and a B CinemaScore, citing its formulaic plot and underdeveloped villains as key drawbacks.
- Directed by David Ayer and co-written with Sylvester Stallone, the film is based on Chuck Dixon's novel 'Levon’s Trade' and features a cast including Michael Peña, David Harbour, and Arianna Rivas.
- While praised for its intense action sequences and Jason Statham's performance, its long-term box office success remains uncertain due to its lukewarm reception and competition from other theatrical releases.
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