Jason Statham Cast in Meta Action Comedy at Berlin Market

Jason Statham has been cast to play a heightened version of himself in the upcoming action comedy "Jason Statham Stole My Bike," a meta project being shopped to buyers at the European Film Market in Berlin. Directed by David Leitch, the film reunites the actor and filmmaker after their collaboration on "Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw" in 2019.

The movie, with a budget exceeding $80 million, is designed as a PG-13 production featuring several large-scale action sequences alongside comedic elements suggested by its tongue-in-cheek title. Plot specifics remain confidential, but sources indicate Statham will portray a global action superstar in a self-referential story. The screenplay was written by Alison Flierl, known for her work on the animated series "BoJack Horseman" and the "School of Rock" television adaptation. Production is scheduled to begin in May.

Leitch, who co-directed "John Wick" in 2014 and helmed films including "Atomic Blonde," "Deadpool 2," "Bullet Train," and "The Fall Guy," will also produce alongside his wife, Kelly McCormick, through their 87North banner. Statham will produce via Punch Palace Productions, with additional producers including John...