Action star Jason Statham's latest thriller, "Shelter", is slated for a theatrical debut on January 30, 2026, distributors announced Thursday. Directed by Ric Roman Waugh, whose credits include the 2020 disaster film "Greenland", the movie promises high-stakes drama amid Statham's signature intensity. Produced by Black Bear, Punch Palace Pictures, CineMachine, and Stampede Ventures, "Shelter" also features rising talent Bodhi Rae, alongside Naomi Ackie of "Master of the Air" fame and Oscar nominee Bill Nighy, adding emotional depth to its ensemble.

The plot centres on a solitary man residing in a secluded seaside home, whose quiet existence shatters when he saves a young girl from drowning during a ferocious storm. This heroic act unleashes a cascade of violent repercussions, compelling him to reckon with long-buried secrets from his past. Waugh's script, blending survival elements with psychological tension, aligns with Statham's track record in films like "The Transporter" series and "The Expendables", where he often portrays rugged, resourceful protagonists navigating moral dilemmas under duress.

Meanwhile, Statham enthusiasts have more in store with "The Beekeeper 2", a sequel to the 2024 hit that grossed over $162 million worldwide. Directed by Indonesian filmmaker Timo Tjahjanto ("The Night Comes for Us") and penned by Kurt Wimmer ("Equilibrium"), the follow-up reunites Statham as a retired operative turned avenger. The cast boasts Jeremy Irons, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi, Jemma Redgrave, and Yara Shahidi, expanding the narrative's intrigue. Produced by Miramax and distributed globally by Amazon MGM Studios, the film is financed through Statham's Punch Palace Productions, Chris Long's Longshot Productions, and Wimmer. The original "The Beekeeper", helmed by David Ayer, followed Statham's character dismantling a corporate fraud ring after a personal betrayal, earning praise for its lean, explosive pacing.

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Statham, 58, continues to dominate the action genre, with "Shelter" marking his first collaboration with Waugh and potentially broadening his appeal through its character-driven focus. As Hollywood eyes a post-strike recovery in 2026, these releases underscore Statham's bankable draw, blending visceral thrills with evolving storytelling to captivate audiences amid a competitive awards season landscape.

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