Jason Statham has built a career on action-packed roles filled with punches, kicks, and intense stares — but The Beekeeper might be the film where everything finally aligns. Now available for free streaming, this high-octane revenge thriller has gained popularity as audiences discover (or revisit) what many are calling the most entertaining performance of Statham’s career.
In The Beekeeper, Statham portrays Adam Clay, a reclusive man living off the grid who prefers solitude — and his bees. However, when a kind-hearted woman he befriends falls victim to a devastating scam that leads to tragic outcomes, Clay is compelled to return to a world he tried to escape. This world is larger, darker, and more powerful than anyone realizes.
What distinguishes The Beekeeper from Statham’s numerous action films is its confident embrace of its pulpy, almost comic-book premise while still delivering gritty, realistic fight scenes. The film knows precisely what it is: a sleek, brutal, unapologetically violent thrill ride centered around Statham’s straightforward screen presence.
Alongside Statham, the cast features Emmy Raver-Lampman as Agent Verona Parker, Josh Hutcherson as Derek Danforth, Bobby Naderi as Agent Matt Wiley, Minnie Driver as Director Janet Harward, and Jeremy Irons as Wallace Westwyld.
Is ‘The Beekeeper’ Worth Watching?
Collider’s Nate Richard praised the action and humor present in the film, highlighting the abundance of bee-related puns:
“The Beekeeper is crafted for a very specific audience. Those who prefer their action without a significant amount of puns and cheese may not find much enjoyment here. The title alone suggests this is more of a throwback to action films from a different era. While the Mission: Impossible and John Wick franchises excel at combining breathtaking action with exceptional world-building, The Beekeeper does not aim for that. It simply wants its viewers to enjoy this wild ride. It’s an action film with plot points that might make some viewers raise their eyebrows and scoff, but it will leave Statham fans smiling, laughing, and cheering in their seats.”
The Beekeeper 2 does not yet have a confirmed release date; however, with production currently underway, Statham enthusiasts can anticipate seeing Adam Clay returning to action soon. The Beekeeper is currently available for free streaming on Tubi until the end of this month.
