Jason Statham's new movie is being called his most intense action role yet - here are the top 5 things you need to know about this adrenaline-filled blockbuster.
- The film, currently untitled, features Statham as a retired special forces operative who is forced back into the underworld after his family is targeted. Early set photos show him performing death-defying stunts, including a high-speed car chase through a European city, done without a stunt double.
- It marks a reunion with director David Leitch, known for 'John Wick' and 'Atomic Blonde'. Leitch says the choreography is inspired by real, brutal street fights, promising a raw and visceral experience that elevates Statham's trademark tough-guy persona.
- A leaked behind-the-scenes clip shows Statham executing a knife fight sequence in a single, unbroken three-minute take, which his stunt coordinator describes as "the most dangerous thing we've ever put on film." Sources claim he trained for six months in Krav Maga for the role.
- The supporting cast includes Oscar-nominated actor Mark Ruffalo as the mysterious villain, a tech mogul with a private army. This marks a surprising shift for Ruffalo, who has described his character as a "sociopathic genius" in early interviews.
- Industry insiders predict the film could be a box office smash, with pre-release buzz comparing it to the success of 'Nobody' and 'John Wick: Chapter 4'. It is expected to premiere at a major film festival before a worldwide theatrical release this summer.