Statham kicked off 2026 with the release of Shelter, starring as Michael Mason, a former assassin forced out of isolation to rescue a young girl. He is a legitimate martial artist.

Trained in Kickboxing, Wing Chun, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, he brings real-world combat skills to every fight scene. Statham is famous for performing his own deadly stunts. From The Transporter to The Beekeeper, he prefers practical action over CGI or stunt doubles.

Before Hollywood, he was a world-class diver. He spent 12 years on Britain’s National Diving Squad and competed in the 1990 Commonwealth Games. 2026 is his biggest year yet. After Shelter, he stars in Mutiny (August 21, 2026) while filming the highly anticipated The Beekeeper 2.