He’s delivered repeated box office hits between theFast & FuriousandThe Megfranchises in the last few years.

Even movies that aren’t part of established franchises have done well.

That’s the hope once more with potentialfranchise starterA Working Man.

A Working Man (2025) Official Poster

The new film from director David Ayer is an adaptation of a long-running book series by author Chuck Dixon.

That would make sense after all were involved inThe Beekeeper’s $162 million success.

ButA Working Manmay have replaced that new franchise.

Jason Statham in The Beekeeper with arrows behind him

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Both men vocalized their interest in makingThe Beekeeper 2before the first film even debuted.

That leftThe Beekeeper 2’s developmentin uncertain territory.

Now, it’s been confirmed thatThe Beekeeper 2is moving forward but with a notable change.

Jason Statham in A Working Man surrounded by money

Custom Image by Simone Ashmoore

David Ayer is not returning to direct the sequel, as previously believed.

Instead, Timo Tjahjanto (Nobody 2) is taking over directing duties.

The reason for the change is not wholly due toA Working Man.

Headshot Of Jason Statham

Ayer has other commitments to a Brad Pitt-starring thriller calledThe Heart of the Beastat Paramount that take precedence.

That doesn’t take anything away fromThe Beekeeper’s franchise potential.

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