Jason Statham’s Action Thriller ‘Parker’ Is Set to Stream for Free This December

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As a critic who has spent decades immersed in the world of action cinema, I can confidently say that Jason Statham is one of the most electrifying and captivating action stars of our time. And with his latest film, “Parker,” streaming for free starting December 1st, you have yet another opportunity to witness The Stath’s mesmerizing talent up close.

Legendary action star excels at what he does best, standing out as one of the greatest in the genre. His captivating presence can breathe life into even mediocre action films with his unique talents. This talent is particularly evident in the 2013 crime thriller “Parker,” based on a novel by the late Donald Westlake, and now available to stream for free.

Although the film initially received a mix of criticism upon release, Jason Statham’s performance as a professional thief, who gets betrayed and left for dead, never fails to captivate audiences with his signature raw charm. Directed by Taylor Hackford and penned by John J. McLaughlin, “Parker” features an ensemble cast that includes Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez, and Michael Chiklis from “The Shield.” Beginning December 1, the film will be available for streaming, with the plot summary provided below.

Brave, merciless, and detail-oriented, Parker (Jason Statham) is among the top thieves in his field. However, when a blunder by one of his team during their latest job results in fatal consequences, he refuses to participate in another heist led by crime boss Melander (Michael Chiklis). Enraged, the crooks attempt to eliminate Parker but fail; instead, he swears revenge and sets out to track them down. His search leads him to Palm Beach where he finds an unconventional partner (Jennifer Lopez) to help him seize the gang’s upcoming major loot.

‘Parker’ Proves Once Again That The Stath Can Lift Even the Most Middling Action Outing

Despite the fact that Parker might not share the same acclaim as films like The Beekeeper, The Transporter, Wrath of Man, or Statham’s Fast and Furious series in the eyes of his fans, the movie is yet another demonstration of the actor’s incredible talent for delivering action-packed entertainment to audiences. Upon its release, the film received mixed reviews, earning 41% from critics and 48% from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes. Nevertheless, spending time watching The Stath dish out revenge may not be the worst choice you could make.

Jason Statham continues to deliver high-octane performances, as he gears up for a reunion with director David Ayer and writer Sylvester Stallone in the upcoming movie “Levon’s Trade” slated for next year. This film is adapted from Chuck Dixon’s 2014 novel of the same name and chronicles the story of Levon Cade, a former counter-terrorism expert who has swapped his violent past for a career in construction and fatherhood. However, when a young girl disappears in their community, Levon is called upon to dust off his skills and embark on a mission to find her.

In addition to his role in “Plane,” directed by Jean-François Richet’s “Mutiny,” Jason Statham will be portraying a character on the run after his industrialist boss is killed. He is expected to reprise his enigmatic Adam Clay character in a future sequel of this year’s film, “The Beekeeper.

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2024-11-29 00:01