After the strong performance of Jason Statham’s latest blockbuster, Fast and Furious 11 is looking even better. Statham has been a top action star for decades and his most recent film is proof the actor is just as good as ever. The movie performed well financially and had a solid all-around reception, which only increased Statham’s star power ahead of 2025’s Fast and Furious 11. The Rock and Gal Gadot’s Fast and Furious returns have helped make Fast and Furious 11 feel even bigger, but Statham will add to the hype as his newest movie gave him more popularity.

Statham has already played a major role in the Fast and Furious franchise, as his character was the lead villain of Furious 7. Since then, Statham has continued to be a part of the movie series, becoming a hero and even appearing in his own spinoff film alongside The Rock, with both characters being part of Fast and Furious‘ villains turned heroes theme. With so many returns and big characters involved in Fast and Furious 11, it would be easy for Statham to fade into the background, but his latest movie proves he is still a huge blockbuster star.

Jason Statham’s The Beekeeper Reception Proves The Actor Is Still An Action Icon

Although the Fast and Furious franchise has some massive action stars, Jason Statham’s The Beekeeper proves he is still one of them. The Rock, Vin Diesel, John Cena, Gal Gadot, Brie Larson, and Jason Mamoa are not only some of Fast X‘s top stars, but they have also all played notable superhero roles. While this gives them massive box office prowess, Jason Statham has proven he can lead his own franchise. The Beekeeper earned three times its budget and received a solid audience and critical reception, proving he is still up to the task of leading big blockbusters.

The actor has made a career out of huge action films, and The Beekeeper highlighted that Statham is still capable of connecting with a modern audience. Despite not being a notable franchise or having a large list of well-known stars involved, The Beekeeper‘s box office was a massive success, meaning Statham is still a major draw. This is great news for Fast and Furious 11, as although his character may not have the same involvement as in previous films, Statham’s presence is still a big deal and will be a boost for the franchise, regardless of his role.

Fast & Furious 11 will pull all the strings to become bigger than the previous installments, and here is why the film is worth being excited about.

The Rock’s Return Shouldn’t Overshadow Jason Statham’s Fast And Furious 11 Role

While The Rock’s return to the franchise will be a major selling point for Fast and Furious 11, it shouldn’t overshadow Statham’s role. The Rock and Vin Diesel’s feud made it seem like Dwayne Johnson may not return to Fast and Furious, but his cameo at the end of Fast X proved otherwise. Johnson and Diesel seem to have ended their beef, meaning The Rock will have a major role when he officially returns. This could risk overshadowing Statham, as his character was already involved in Fast X and, therefore, his appearance may feel less special.

Fortunately, Statham’s part in Fast X was only brief, meaning fans of his character will want to see more of him. The fact that Statham and The Rock were the lead characters in the franchise’s spinoff makes their reunion in the main films all the more exciting. Johnson may steal the headlines heading into the eleventh film, but the dynamic between Statham and The Rock is something to look forward to. Instead of Johnson hindering Statham’s role, he’ll only make it more exciting and The Beekeeper ensures Fast and Furious 11 will be massive after highlighting Statham’s acting chops.

Fast and Furious 11

Fast and Furious 11 is the final movie in the Fast Saga. It reunites Vin Diesel’s Dominic Toretto with the rest of the cast for one last ride. However, the franchise is open for spinoff films like Hobbs & Shaw afterward.

Release Date

April 4, 2025

Director

Louis Leterrier