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A Working Man is a 2025 American action thriller directed by David Ayer and co-written by Sylvester Stallone, based on Chuck Dixon’s 2014 novel Levon’s Trade. The film stars Jason Statham as Levon Cade, a retired black ops soldier turned construction foreman in Chicago. When his boss’s teenage daughter, Jenny, is kidnapped by Russian traffickers, Levon is compelled to use his former skills to rescue her, delving into a dangerous underworld controlled by the Bratva. citeturn0search17
Plot Overview
Levon Cade seeks a peaceful life with his daughter, Merry, after leaving his covert operations behind. His tranquility is shattered when Jenny Garcia, the daughter of his employer Joe Garcia, is abducted by the Russian mafia. Levon’s investigation leads him to Symon Kharchenko, the mafia’s leader, and his sons, Danya and Vanko. Disguised as a dealer, Levon infiltrates the organization, confronting various adversaries, including biker gangs and corrupt officials. The film culminates in intense action sequences as Levon rescues Jenny and confronts the criminal syndicate. citeturn0search17
Cast and Crew
- Jason Statham as Levon Cade
- Michael Peña as Joe Garcia
- David Harbour as Gunny Lefferty
- Jason Flemyng as Wolo Kolisnyk
- Merab Ninidze as Yuri
- Maximilian Osinski as Dimi Kolisnyk
- Emmett J. Scanlan as Viper
- Eve Mauro as Artemis
- Arianna Rivas as Jenny Garcia
- Noemi Gonzalez as Carla Garcia
- Isla Gie as Merry Cade
The film is produced by Amazon MGM Studios and distributed internationally by Warner Bros. Pictures. It has a runtime of 116 minutes and is rated R for strong violence, language, and drug content. citeturn0search17
Reception
Upon its release on March 28, 2025, A Working Man garnered mixed reviews. While some praised the film’s action sequences and Statham’s performance, others criticized its predictability and reliance on genre tropes. The film has grossed approximately $80 million worldwide. citeturn0search17
Availability
A Working Man is currently available in U.S. and UK theaters and for digital on-demand purchase or rental. citeturn0news14
For those seeking a high-octane thriller with intense action and a straightforward narrative, A Working Man offers a compelling experience.
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