
Jason Statham’s Original Action Franchise Revival Chances Addressed By Director
Director Louis Leterrier comments on a potential return to the Transporter franchise, which served as Jason Statham’s big break as an action star.
The Transporter is an action-thriller franchise that began with the 2002 film directed by Corey Yuen and produced by Luc Besson. The series follows Frank Martin, a professional driver and former special operations soldier, who specializes in transporting packages—no questions asked. The franchise is known for its high-octane action sequences, stylish car chases, and Jason Statham's portrayal of Frank Martin in the first three films. The series has expanded to include four films, a television series, and a reboot, maintaining its popularity as a staple of action cinema.
Director Louis Leterrier comments on a potential return to the Transporter franchise, which served as Jason Statham’s big break as an action star.
John Wick director Chad Stahelski says John Wick could beat Dom Toretto & the Transporter, and Fast X director Louis Leterrier agrees they would lose.
Jason Statham made a shady delivery to Tom Cruise in the opening scene of Collateral, but was he playing Frank Martin from the Transporter trilogy?
The 'Transporter' franchise will continue in a TV series on TNT this fall, starring Chris Vance (Prison Break) as Frank Martin.
The Cinemax series based on the ‘Transporter’ films from Luc Besson has snagged Stephen Williams (Lost) to helm the pilot episode – and surrounded series lead Chris Vance with a bevy of lovely ladies.