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Forbes
29-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Jason Statham Hit ‘A Working Man' Gets Streaming Premiere Date On MGM+
Jason Statham in "A Working Man." Amazon/MGM Studios A Working Man — Jason Statham's hit crime thriller from his Beekeeper director David Ayer — is coming soon to streaming on MGM+. Rated R, A Working Man opened in theaters on March 28 before arriving on digital streaming via premium video on demand on April 15. The official summary of A Working Man reads, 'Levon Cade (Statham) left behind a decorated military career in the black ops to live a simple life working construction. But when his boss' daughter (Arianna Rivas), who is like family to him, is taken by human traffickers, his search to bring her home uncovers a world of corruption far greater than he ever could have imagined.' A Working Man also stars David Harbour, Michael Peña, Ilsa Gie and Jason Flemying. An Amazon/MGM Studios production, A Working Man will arrive on streaming on MGM+ on Thursday, June 26, according to When to Stream. MGM+ offers a single, ad-free package for $6.99 per month or $58.99 per year. Sylvester Stallone and director David Ayer co-wrote the screenplay for A Working Man, which is an adaptation of author Chuck Dixon's 2014 novel Levon's Trade. In an interview with Moviefone following the release of A Working Man in theaters, Ayer explained how influential Stallone was in his life and career and as such, how the script completed a full-circle moment. 'It is funny how life has these circles. As a kid I saw 'Rocky' and it made me want to work out and learn to box,' Ayer told Moviefone. 'But as a young writer, once I heard the story of how he had written the script and been so protective of it and ultimately got the film made the way he wanted on his terms, that inspired me to do the same thing with Training Day, which came together like a dream for me.' Ayer added that when he had the chance to work with Stallone on what became the final script for A Working Man, 'it just made a lot of sense.' 'I mean, here's this '80s action icon, this legend who really understands action. So, the script had a great starting point for me,' Ayer told Moviefone. 'Then to bring Jason Statham into that, who is really the inheritor of that action tradition from the '80s and '90s. I mean, you just don't have icons like that in the action space like Jason. So, it just felt like a great team-up.' A Working Man made $37 million in North American theaters and $61.6 million internationally for a worldwide box office tally of $98.6 million against a $40 million production budget before prints and advertising, per The Numbers. A Working Man debuts on streaming video on demand on MGM+ on June 26.
Forbes
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Jason Statham's ‘A Working Man' Drops Big On Digital Streaming
A Working Man partial poster featuring Jason Statham A Working Man — a hit crime thriller starring Jason Statham— is now available to rent for significantly less on digital streaming. A Working Man opened in theaters on March 28. The official summary for A Working Man reads, 'Levon Cade (Statham) left behind a decorated military career in the black ops to live a simple life working construction. "But when his boss' daughter (Arianna Rivas), who is like family to him, is taken by human traffickers, his search to bring her home uncovers a world of corruption far greater than he ever could have imagined.' Directed by David Ayer — who directed the Statham hit The Beekeeper — A Working Man also stars David Harbour, Michael Peña, Ilsa Gie and Jason Flemying. Starting Tuesday, A Working Man's digital streaming rental price via premium video on demand is $9.99, dropping 50% from its original rental price of $19.99. Digital rentals are good for a 48-hour period once the viewer begins watching the movie. Also, A Working Man's purchase price has dropped from $24.99 to $19.99. A Working Man's lower rental price of $9.99 is available on such digital platforms as AppleTV, Fandango at Home and YouTube. Prime Video, however, does not have a rental option, only a lower purchase price of $19.99. A Working Man earned a 49% 'rotten' rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on 148 reviews. The RT Critics Consensus for A Working Man reads, 'An efficient action flick that delivers on the meat and potatoes of a Jason Statham vehicle while skimping out on the personality, A Working Man clocks in and out without much fuss or flair.' Audiences on RT, however, had a much different take on A Working Man, giving the film an 87% 'fresh' rating on RT's Popcornmeter based on 2,500-plus verified user ratings. The audience summary for the film on RT reads, 'The Stath stoically and reliably delivers high-octane action in A Working Man, a bang bang shoot' 'em up that pairs perfectly with hot, buttery popcorn.' A Working Man to date has earned $36.9 million in North American theaters and $61.6 million internationally for a worldwide box office tally of $98.5 million against a $40 million production budget before prints and advertising costs. The screenplay for A Working Man was adapted by Sylvester Stallone and director David Ayer from Chuck Dixon's 2014 novel Levon's Trade. Rated R, A Working Man is available for a reduced rental price starting Tuesday.
Daily Record
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'One of the greatest war films of all time' now on Amazon Prime
'Fury' recently left Netflix after spending a number of years on the streaming platform 'Fury', known for its raw portrayal of the mechanised savagery of combat and its stellar cast, has recently left the Netflix roster but remains accessible on Amazon Prime Video. The movie plunges audiences into the tension-filled world of tank warfare in World War II, following an experienced US tank crew as they maneuver through the devastating terrain of Nazi Germany in 1945's dying days. The film is directed by the notable David Ayer and features Brad Pitt in a commanding role as Staff Sergeant Don "Wardaddy" Collier, with strong support from Logan Lerman, Shia LaBeouf, Michael Peña, and Jon Bernthal. Under Wardaddy's tough command, his squad endures not only physical dangers but also the immense psychological toll of warfare. 'Fury' delves deep into the close-knit relationships forged on the front lines, depicting both the brutal reality of conflict and the resilience of the human spirit amidst chaos, reports the Express. A significant element of the film's realism stems from the 'Fury' itself, an M4 Sherman tank, and the on-screen use of an actual, operational Tiger 1 tank. The authenticity extends to the actors' experiences, having undergone an intensive boot camp conducted by Navy SEALs, which aimed to replicate the challenges of being encased within a tank. In reflecting on the harsh preparation, Brad Pitt described the intensity, saying: "Set up to break us down, to keep us cold, to keep us exhausted, to make us miserable, to keep us wet, make us eat cold food". "And if our stuff wasn't together we had to pay for it with physical forfeits. We're up at five in the morning, we're doing night watches on the hour". Director Ayer was known for pushing his cast to their limits, even encouraging physical altercations to build tension. This approach resulted in actors sporting black eyes and bloody noses. "I am ruthless as a director", he said. "I will do whatever I think is necessary to get what I want". Despite not being a major contender during awards season, Fury received acclaim for its performances and authenticity upon release. It's now regarded by some as one of the most realistic modern portrayals of tank warfare on screen. "The battles are chaotic and terrifying, and the film doesn't shy away from showing how brutal war is. The tank scenes are some of the most intense I've ever seen in a movie-you feel the claustrophobia inside the tank and the constant danger outside. It's loud, dirty, and unrelenting, which makes it all feel so real", one review on Rotten Tomatoes reads. "With a strong cast and intense storytelling, it's a powerful reminder of the kind of character-driven war movies we rarely see anymore", another fan penned. "One of the best movies of all time. It will make you laugh, cry, angry... truly captivating and amazing", wrote another.
Geek Vibes Nation
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Sony To Release The David Ayer War Film 'Fury' On 4K UHD Blu-Ray In A New SteelBook This July
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment has officially announced that the gritty war film Fury will be available to own on 4K UHD Blu-Ray in a Limited Edition SteelBook on July 15, 2025. The film from director David Ayer stars Brad Pitt, Shia LaBeouf, Logan Lerman, Michael Peña, Jon Bernthal, Jason Isaacs, and Scott Eastwood. The film has been given a new Dolby Vision presentation, an array of special features, and more, all in a stylish package. Get additional details below! Synopsis: April, 1945. As the Allies make their final push in the European Theatre, a battle-hardened army sergeant named Wardaddy (Brad Pitt) commands a Sherman tank and her five-man crew on a deadly mission behind enemy lines. Outnumbered and outgunned, and with a rookie soldier thrust into their platoon, Wardaddy and his men face overwhelming odds in their heroic attempts to strike at the heart of Nazi Germany. DISC DETAILS AND BONUS MATERIALS 4K ULTRA HD DISC Feature presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision English Dolby Atmos + English 5.1 Special Features: Four Featurettes: 'No Guts, No Glory: The Horrors of Combat' 'Tiger 131' 'Heart of Fury' 'Clash of Armor' Theatrical Trailers FEATURE BLU-RAY DISC™ Feature presented in HD resolution, from the 4K master English 5.1 Special Features: Over 50 Minutes of Deleted & Extended Scenes Director's Combat Journal Three Featurettes: 'Armored Warriors: The Real Men Inside the Shermans' 'Taming the Beasts: How to Drive, Fire & Shoot Inside a 30-Ton Tank' 'Blood Brothers' Photo Gallery Before we let you go, we have officially launched our merch store! Check out all of our amazing apparel when you click here and type in GVN15 at checkout for a 15% discount! Make sure to check out our podcasts each week including Geek Vibes Live, Top 10 with Tia, Wrestling Geeks Alliance and more! For major deals and money off on Amazon, make sure to use our affiliate link!
South China Morning Post
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
A Working Man director David Ayer on its star Jason Statham, Brad Pitt and action movies
When David Ayer yells 'action' on the set, he means it. The 57-year-old filmmaker has become one of the successful players in the thriller genre, with screenwriting credentials that include Training Day and The Fast and the Furious, the first instalment in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise. Advertisement As a director, he is responsible for 2016's Suicide Squad, which grossed nearly US$350 million at the box office in the US and Canada, and 2024's The Beekeeper. A Working Man reunites him with The Beekeeper star Jason Statham, who plays a construction worker who becomes a one-man wrecking crew after human traffickers kidnap a friend's daughter. Ayer spoke about his career and the action genre via Zoom recently from New Zealand, where he was preparing to shoot Heart of the Beast with Brad Pitt As a kid, what kind of films did you watch?
