A Working Man: All you need to know About Jason Statham’s Action Thriller on Human Trafficking

The final trailer for A Working Man has just dropped, giving action fans a thrilling look at Jason Statham’s latest high-octane adventure. Directed by The Beekeeper's David Ayer, this intense thriller is shaping up to be a brutal, no-holds-barred ride. With bone-crunching fight sequences and a fierce lead performance from Statham, the film promises a relentless mix of action and suspense.

Bringing Chuck Dixon’s Levon Cade book series to the big screen for the first time, A Working Man dives into the world of a skilled operative forced back into action. With an impressive supporting cast, including Michael Peña and David Harbour, the film is primed to be a major player in the action genre.

If you love one-man army thrillers in the vein of John Wick and Taken, this is one to watch. From its brutal fight choreography to its gripping revenge-driven story, A Working Man is ready to shake up the action genre. Keep reading for everything you need to know about the film, from its cast and production details to its explosive story—plus, we’ll keep updating as new information emerges!

Release date & Where to Watch

A Working Man is set to hit theaters on Friday, Mar. 28, 2025, with an R rating for strong violence, language, and drug content. In the U.S., Amazon MGM Studios will distribute the film through Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, while Warner Bros. Pictures will handle international release.

The action thriller will open against A24's Death of a Unicorn, starring Jenna Ortega and Paul Rudd, and Universal’s The Woman in the Yard, featuring Danielle Deadwyler.

Though it’s too early to confirm its streaming release, it’s likely that A Working Man will eventually land on Prime Video or MGM+.

What is the plot of A Working Man film?

Levon Cade has left behind his dangerous past to build a quiet life working construction and raising his daughter. But when his boss's teenage daughter, Jenny, goes missing, he's forced to rely on the lethal skills that once made him a legend in the world of black ops. As his search unravels a sinister criminal conspiracy, Cade is drawn back into a violent underworld—one that threatens to destroy the life he's fought to protect.

Who’s Starring in A Working Man?

• Jason Statham (The Beekeeper, Crank) as Levon Cade
• Jason Flemyng (The Curious Case of Benjamin Button) as Wolo Kolisnyk
• Merab Ninidze as Yuri
• Maximilian Osinski (Ted Lasso) as Dimi Kolisnyk
• Cokey Falkow as Dougie
• Michael Peña (End of Watch) as Joe Garcia
• David Harbour (Black Widow) as Gunny Lefferty
• Noemi Gonzalez as Carla Garcia
• Arianna Rivas (Prom Dates) as Jenny Garcia
• Isla Gie as Merry Cade
• Emmett J Scanlan (Peaky Blinders) as Viper
• Eve Mauro as Artemis
• Kristina Poli as Svetlana Kolisnyk
• Andrej Kaminsky as Symon Kharchenko
• Greg Kolpakchi as Danya Kharchenko
• Piotr Witkowski as Vanko Kharchenko
• Chidi Ajufo as Dutch
• Ricky Champ as Nestor
• Alana Boden (Uncharted) as Nina

Is There a Trailer for A Working Man?

The first trailer for A Working Man introduces audiences to Levon Cade, a former black ops operative turned construction worker seeking a peaceful life with his daughter. This tranquility is shattered when his boss's teenage daughter disappears, prompting Levon to dust off his lethal skills to rescue her. 

The trailer is packed with high-octane sequences, showcasing Cade's relentless pursuit through dark alleys and confrontations with dangerous adversaries. In one of the intense moments, Dutch says to Cade, “Look at those bricks. You ain’t a cop. You’re a working man.” To this, Cade replies, “That’s right. Let’s play!”

As Cade delves deeper, he uncovers a sinister human trafficking ring intertwined with corruption at the highest levels. The trailer hints at a complex web of deceit, with Cade determined to dismantle the operation and deliver justice. The film promises a gripping narrative filled with action and suspense. 

For a visual glimpse into the action, you can watch the official trailer below:

The red band trailer for A Working Man opens with an intense scene: Wolo Kolysnyk is bound to a chair near a swimming pool. Levon Cade delivers a sharp slap to Kolysnyk's face, stating, "That's for slapping that woman." Kolysnyk, seething with anger, retorts, "That woman was my wife." Without hesitation, Cade slaps him again, adding, "That's for slapping your wife."

Following this confrontation, the trailer transitions to a montage of high-octane action sequences. Cade is depicted infiltrating a heavily guarded compound, engaging in brutal hand-to-hand combat, and executing precise gunplay.

For a full experience of the gripping action and drama, you can watch the official red band trailer here:

The final trailer for Amazon MGM Studios' A Working Man, released yesterday, offers an intense glimpse into the action-packed narrative led by Jason Statham as Levon Cade. Once a decorated black ops operative, Cade now seeks a tranquil life in construction. However, the abduction of his boss's daughter thrusts him back into a perilous world.

As the narrative unfolds, it's revealed that 19 girls have been kidnapped, highlighting the gravity of the situation. The trailer showcases a series of high-octane action sequences, emphasizing Cade's lethal skills and determination. 

His pursuit of the traffickers leads to intense confrontations, with one adversary threatening, "I'm gonna cut your heart out!" to which Cade stoically responds, "Good luck." These exchanges highlight the film's tension and Cade's resolve.

Check out this clip below:

More official clips were released for A Working Man film. You can watch them below one by one!

When & Where did A Working Man film?

Principal photography began in April 2024 in London, with additional filming at Winnersh Film Studios in Berkshire. Production wrapped on May 31, 2024.

Behind the Scenes

A Working Man is an upcoming American action thriller directed by David Ayer and written by Ayer alongside Sylvester Stallone. The film is based on Chuck Dixon’s 2014 novel Levon’s Trade and marks another collaboration between Ayer and Jason Statham following their 2024 hit The Beekeeper.

The film is produced by Ayer, Stallone, Statham, Chris Long, John Friedberg, and Bill Block, with Jared Michael Fry composing the score.

Originally envisioned as a television series by Stallone’s Balboa Productions, the film was later developed into a feature due to its potential for future installments, given Dixon’s extensive Levon Cade book series.

Amazon MGM Studios acquired U.S. and selected international distribution rights in January 2024, with Black Bear International handling sales to independent distributors elsewhere.