A Working Man Review – Jason Statham Does What He Does Best

Jason Statham’s A Working Man doesn’t reinvent the wheel—but it doesn’t have to. It’s a gritty, grounded action flick that leans hard into what Statham does best: rough-and-tumble brawls, steely glares, and no-nonsense dialogue.

The plot is simple, maybe too simple. Statham plays Frank Doyle, a blue-collar mechanic with a mysterious past who gets pulled back into a dangerous world after witnessing something he wasn’t supposed to. The story unfolds like a familiar blueprint—think John Wick meets Taken, but on a budget and with more grease under the fingernails.

The action scenes hit hard. There’s a rawness to the fights that gives them weight, and Statham—ever the physical performer—sells every punch, kick, and wrench-to-the-face like a pro. But outside the action, the film loses some steam. Supporting characters feel one-note, and the pacing dips in the middle act, trading tension for a little too much melodrama.

Still, there’s charm in its simplicity. Director Sam Roland keeps things tight and moody, with a cold, industrial aesthetic that fits the working-class grit of the story. The soundtrack is a mix of moody synths and industrial rock, and it mostly works—except for one awkward needle drop in a quiet scene that nearly derails the tone.

Bottom line: A Working Man is a solid Statham vehicle that doesn’t try to be anything more than what it is. If you're a fan of down-to-earth action with a grizzled anti-hero at the center, you’ll get your money’s worth. Just don’t expect it to blow your steel-toe boots off.

Rating: 3.5 out of 5 🔧💥