With Jason Statham’s latest film, A Working Man, already achieving remarkable feats at the box office, action movie enthusiasts have taken notice. In this gripping thriller, Statham portrays Levon Cade, a former Royal Marine who finds himself thrust back into violence after the kidnapping of his boss’s daughter. The film comes with a budget of $40 million and is being distributed by Amazon MGM Studios. Over the weekend, it secured the second spot in box office rankings, trailing behind the blockbuster hit, A Minecraft Movie, which amassed an impressive $135 million during the same period.
According to a recent report from Deadline, A Working Man is projected to generate $27.7 million in its second weekend, following a $7.2 million performance in its first three days. Although this reflects a significant 53% decrease from the previous weekend, the film’s earnings are sufficient to position it among the top 25 highest-grossing films of Statham’s career domestically, reaching this milestone within just two weeks. At $27.7 million, the film will land in the 25th position on Statham’s all-time list, surpassing Wrath of Man (2021) yet still trailing behind Crank (2006).
Significance of A Working Man‘s Milestone for Statham
A Noteworthy, Yet Modest Total
Statham’s thriving career in Hollywood continues with A Working Man, which has already outperformed Wrath of Man by approximately $200,000, but it still lags $100,000 behind Crank. While far from his highest-grossing films, which include Furious 7 ($353 million), The Fate of the Furious ($226 million), and Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw ($174 million), A Working Man is positioned well among his key releases. Statham’s most successful stand-alone feature, The Meg (2018), remains at $145 million domestically. For further context, here are Statham’s box office triumphs:
|
Title |
Budget |
Domestic Box Office |
International Box Office |
Worldwide Box Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Furious 7 (2015) |
$190 million |
$353 million |
$1.2 billion |
$1.5 billion |
|
The Fate of the Furious (2017) |
$250 million |
$226 million |
$1 billion |
$1.2 billion |
|
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019) |
$200 million |
$174 million |
$587 million |
$761 million |
|
Fast X (2023) |
$340 million |
$146 million |
$568 million |
$714 million |
|
The Meg (2018) |
$178 million |
$145 million |
$328 million |
$527 million |
While it is improbable that A Working Man will reach the box office heights of Statham’s more well-known films, achieving financial success does not seem out of reach. With a production budget of $40 million, the film would need to accrue around $100 million to be considered a success, a target anticipated to be met given its international appeal. Currently, it has already surpassed its budget in earnings, and with several weeks left in its theatrical run, the potential is certainly there. For reference, Statham’s last notable release, The Beekeeper, garnered $152 million, setting a favorable precedent for A Working Man.
Our Perspective on A Working Man‘s Success
Critical Reception Highlights the Appeal of A Working Man
Despite not receiving rave reviews, ScreenRant’s Mary Kassel acknowledged A Working Man as “a mindless good time.”This sentiment seems to resonate with viewers, as the film holds a 51% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes but garners a stellar 88% Popcornmeter score, highlighting its popularity among audiences. The thrilling action sequences have drawn comparisons to Statham’s earlier works such as The Beekeeper and The Transporter, providing a fun cinematic escape that requires minimal thought. The straightforward nature of A Working Man seems to align perfectly with viewer expectations, contributing to its box office success.
Source: Deadline