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Statham, Ayer reunite for amnesia thriller 'John Doe'
27 Apr
Summary
- Jason Statham stars as a man with no memory or name.
- David Ayer directs action-thriller 'John Doe' from Zak Penn's script.
- Production is planned to start in September 2026.
Jason Statham and director David Ayer are set to collaborate once again on the upcoming action-thriller "John Doe." Ayer will direct from a script penned by Zak Penn, known for his work on major blockbusters.
Statham is cast as the mysterious "Man With No Name," a character who awakens with amnesia, unable to recall his past. As fragmented memories surface, he realizes he was trained for an ongoing mission and is now being pursued by his former handlers.
Miramax is producing and financing the project, with production anticipated to commence in September 2026. This marks the third collaboration between Statham and Ayer, following the commercially successful "The Beekeeper" and "A Working Man."
Penn's writing credits include "Ready Player One" and "The Avengers," while Statham's films have collectively grossed over $8.5 billion worldwide. Ayer's directorial portfolio features "Suicide Squad" and "Fury."
