Jason Statham Plays Himself in Action Comedy "Jason Statham Stole My Bike"

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Veteran action star Jason Statham is ready to wow audiences again with his unconventional new project, "Jason Statham Stole My Bike."

This meta-action comedy will be directed by David Leitch, the man behind films like "Deadpool 2" and "Bullet Train."

Interestingly, Statham will not only be the lead but will also play a fictionalized version of himself, promising a fresh and humorous experience.

David Leitch, known for his mastery of stunning action sequences, expressed his enthusiasm for this unique concept.

He stated that "Jason Statham will play Jason Statham" in the film, a different approach from other meta films.

Leitch added that the project's primary goal was to capture the essence of authentic comedy and fun.

David Leitch's ‘JASON STATHAM STOLE MY BIKE’ will release on August 6, 2027 in theaters.Starring Jason Statham as Jason Statham. pic.twitter.com/srlJFbJk5T

— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) June 4, 2026

The screenplay for "Jason Statham Stole My Bike" was written by Alison Flierl, a "BoJack Horseman" alumna who also developed the story with Scott Chernoff.

This collaboration is expected to produce a smart and entertaining narrative, in line with Leitch's vision to showcase a comedic side of Jason Statham that fans may rarely see, reminiscent of his role in the "Spy" films.

The film's production process involves a number of big names.

In addition to David Leitch and Jason Statham, who are also producers, Kelly McCormick, John Friedberg, Meredith Berg, and Ethan Erwin are also on board.

Jason Statham himself is producing the film through his company, Punch Palace Productions, in collaboration with 87North Productions, Black Bear Pictures, and Beryllium Entertainment.

Black Bear Pictures is not only one of the production companies but will also act as the primary distributor.

They will handle domestic distribution rights in the United States as well as international sales.

The film is estimated to have a budget of around $80 million, making it the most expensive project in Black Bear Pictures' history, and is projected to receive a PG-13 rating.

Principal shooting on "Jason Statham Stole My Bike" began on June 1, 2026, with locations in London and Malta.

Filming is expected to be quick, taking just one week.

The film is scheduled for release in the United States on August 6, 2027, competing with Disney's "Bluey" and an untitled "event" film from Universal Pictures.

Jonathan Sela is entrusted with the role of cinematographer.

Production background information indicates that David Leitch was only announced as director and Jason Statham as the lead star in February 2026.

Interestingly, the film's screenplay was actually completed in 2024, and it was Jason Statham who personally approached David Leitch after seeing his availability.

Jason Statham has several upcoming films such as Lionsgate's crime thriller, Mutiny, which will hit theaters in August, and Amazon MGM Studios' The Beekeeper 2, which is scheduled for release in early 2027.

The actor's films have surpassed $8 billion in total revenue at the global box office and include franchises such as The Meg and Fast & Furious.