The premise is pure gold: a meek desk analyst, Susan Cooper (the hilarious Melissa McCarthy), unexpectedly gets thrust into high-stakes espionage.
Statham’s Rick Ford is her reluctant and highly condescending “guide,” creating some of the film’s most riotous scenes.
Think bumbling bravado, absurd gadgets, and Statham delivering deadpan insults with impeccable timing.
Spy grossed $110.8 million in North America and $124.8 million in other territories, for a global total of $235.6 million against a budget of $65 million.
The Expendables (2010)
Global Box Office, The Expendables – $274,470,394
The Expendables marked a glorious reunion of action icons, throwing Jason Statham into the mix with legends like Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jet Li, and more.
The film is an unapologetic celebration of all things explosive and testosterone-fueled, featuring Statham in the role of Lee Christmas, an ex-SAS soldier and expert in close-quarters knife combat.
In this foundational installment, Statham’s character is not only a lethal mercenary but also the group’s moral compass, providing a balance to the more hard-edged leaders.
The Expendables was met with varied critical reception, but the audiences ate it up at the box office. It debuted at the top of the domestic box office, amassing $34.8 million in its opening weekend alone.
The Expendables went on to gross $103.1 million in the United States and $171.4 million in other territories, for a worldwide gross of $274.5 million on the back of an $80 million production budget.
Estimated Budget |
$80,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$34,825,135 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$103,068,524 |
Box Office (International) |
$171,401,870 |
Box Office (Total) |
$274,470,394 |
The Expendables 2 (2012)
Global Box Office, The Expendables 2 – $314,975,955
The Expendables 2 upped the ante with even more star power and adrenaline-pumping action, and Statham reprising his role as Lee Christmas.
Building on the foundational success of its predecessor, the sequel amplified the action, humor, and star power, presenting a more polished and dynamic cinematic experience.
With a mix of old-school toughness and modern flair, the film not only entertained, but also exceeded the commercial achievements of the original.
The Expendables 2 was particularly noted for enhancing its appeal through a blend of self-referential humor and spectacular stunt work, which appealed to critics and fans.
The film opened to robust box office numbers, pulling in $85 million in North America. Its international appeal was even more pronounced, with earnings of $230 million from other territories.
Overall, The Expendables 2 grossed a global total of $314.9 million on a production budget of $100 million.
Estimated Budget |
$100,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$28,591,370 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$85,028,192 |
Box Office (International) |
$229,947,763 |
Box Office (Total) |
$314,975,955 |
Meg 2: The Trench (2023)
Global Box Office, Meg 2: The Trench – $397,700,317
Meg 2: The Trench plunges audiences back into the deep and treacherous waters of Jason Statham’s action-packed marine saga.
In this 2023 sequel, Statham returns as the intrepid deep-sea rescue diver Jonas Taylor, a role that leverages his real-life skills as a former competitive diver, adding an authentic edge to his performance.
Despite facing a wave of critical skepticism, Meg 2: The Trench achieved notable success at the box office, illustrating the undiminished allure of high-stakes oceanic thrillers combined with Statham’s robust action-hero persona.
Produced on a grand scale with a considerable budget of $139 million, the film’s visual effects and exciting action sequences aimed to capture the vastness and mystery of the ocean trench setting.
Meg 2: The Trench grossed $82.6 million in the United States and Canada and $315.1 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $397.7 million.
Estimated Budget |
$139,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$30,002,735 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$82,600,317 |
Box Office (International) |
$315,100,000 |
Box Office (Total) |
$397,700,317 |
The Meg (2018)
Global Box Office, The Meg – $529,338,515
The Meg pits action superstar Jason Statham against a behemoth of prehistoric proportions – the Megalodon, a 75-foot-long terror thought extinct.
Statham stars as Jonas Taylor, a deep-sea rescue diver haunted by a past encounter with the creature.
Jonas is thrust back into a breathtaking race against time and a monstrous predator when a submersible is trapped on the ocean floor. Deadline Hollywood reported that The Meg needed to gross around $400 million to make a profit.
The Meg achieved respectable box office success – grossing $145.4 million in the United States and Canada, complemented by a $384.8 million haul from other territories worldwide – for a total worldwide gross of $530.2 million, against a production budget of $178 million.
Estimated Budget |
$178,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$45,402,195 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$145,522,784 |
Box Office (International) |
$383,815,731 |
Box Office (Total) |
$529,338,515 |
Fast X (2023)
Global Box Office, Fast X – $704,875,015
Fast X spurred the saga into uncharted territory, leaving its street racing origins in the rearview mirror as it embraced global espionage and physics-defying stunts.
Jason Statham reprises his role as Deckard Shaw, bringing a sharp intensity and calculated ferocity to the ensemble cast, which has become a hallmark of the franchise’s latter entries.
The film unfolds with an intricate plot that pushes the boundaries of action filmmaking, featuring high-octane sequences that challenge the limits of what vehicles can achieve.
Fast X was produced with an astounding budget of approximately $340 million, making it one of the most expensive films ever created.
The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its action sequences and cast performances but criticism towards the writing.
Fast X grossed $146.1 million in the United States and Canada and $568.5 million in other territories, for a total of $714.6 million worldwide.
Estimated Budget |
$340,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$67,017,410 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$146,126,015 |
Box Office (International) |
$558,749,000 |
Box Office (Total) |
$704,875,015 |
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)
Global Box Office, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw – $760,732,926
Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw signaled the expansion of the Fast & Furious universe, spotlighting Jason Statham and Dwayne Johnson as they transition from fierce adversaries to unlikely partners.
The 2019 spin-off harnesses the full might of its lead duo’s star power, presenting a narrative rich with action, humor, and a new level of global intrigue.
Statham reprises his role as the resourceful and resilient Deckard Shaw opposite Johnson’s formidable Luke Hobbs, with the pair embarking on a high-stakes mission to thwart a cyber-genetically enhanced villain.
According to Deadline Hollywood, Hobbs & Shaw made over $84 million in net profit, when factoring together all expenses and revenues.
Hobbs & Shaw grossed $174 million in the United States and Canada and $586 million in other territories, for a total of $760 million worldwide.
Estimated Budget |
$200,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$60,038,950 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$173,956,935 |
Box Office (International) |
$586,775,991 |
Box Office (Total) |
$760,732,926 |
The Fate Of The Furious (2017)
Global Box Office, The Fate Of The Furious – $1,236,009,236
The Fast And Furious franchise shifted into overdrive with its eighth installment, and Jason Statham’s Deckard Shaw was along for the ride.
Once Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel)’s sworn enemy, Shaw finds himself begrudgingly teaming up with his former nemesis to take down a cyberterrorist holding the world hostage.
The film brilliantly weaves Shaw’s redemption arc into its expansive plot, highlighting Statham’s dynamic range and establishing his character as a central figure in the franchise.
Commercially, The Fate Of The Furious upended expectations – earning $226 million in box office receipts in the United States and Canada, complemented by an overwhelming $1.01 billion from international markets – culminating in a worldwide total of $1.236 billion against a production budget of $250 million.
Estimated Budget |
$250,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$98,786,705 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$226,008,385 |
Box Office (International) |
$1,009,996,733 |
Box Office (Total) |
$1,236,009,236 |
Furious 7 (2015)
Global Box Office, Furious 7 – $1,515,342,457
Jason Statham unleashed pure cinematic fury in Furious 7, playing the vengeful Deckard Shaw.
Seeking retribution for his brother’s injuries, Shaw turns Dom’s world upside down with relentless attacks and breakneck chases.
Furious 7 was the monumental peak for the franchise – not only in its record-shattering box office, but in its poignant farewell to the late Paul Walker.
Many consider it to be one of the best films in the franchise, given its emotional weight and high-gear combat scenes.
Furious 7 grossed $353 million in the United States and Canada and $1.163 billion in other countries, for a worldwide total of $1.516 billion against a production budget of $190 million.
Deadline Hollywood reported that Furious 7 achieved a net profit of $354 million, taking into account production budgets, marketing expenses, and other costs.
Estimated Budget |
$190,000,000 |
---|---|
Opening Weekend (Domestic) |
$147,187,040 |
Box Office (Domestic) |
$353,007,020 |
Box Office (International) |
$1,162,334,379 |
Box Office (Total) |
$1,515,342,457 |