The Transporter

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The Transporter

PG-13

Released Sep 13, 2002

1h 32m

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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Ex-Special Forces operator Frank Martin (Jason Statham) lives what seems to be a quiet life along the French Mediterranean, hiring himself out as a mercenary transporter who moves goods - human or otherwise - from one place to another. No questions asked. Dangerous complications ensue when he is hired to kidnap the feisty daughter of a lethal Chinese crime lord who's smuggling his fellow countrymen into France.

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Critics Consensus

The Transporter delivers the action at the expense of coherent storytelling.

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Nell Minow

Common Sense Media

Pure popcorn pleasure for older teens and up.

Rated: 4/5

Dec 29, 2010

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Hank Sartin

Chicago Reader

Jason Statham uses his smoldering charisma to great effect.

Apr 16, 2008

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Time Out

The acting might be shoddy, the plot nonsense and the dialogue clunky, but the fighting is exquisitely done. Inventive, athletic, fun, stylish and tight, it's everything the rest of the film isn't.

Feb 9, 2006

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Mainly succeeds in being unintentionally hilarious - which oddly adds entertainment value the creators couldn't have planned for.

Rated: 6/10

Nov 9, 2020

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Sean Axmaker

Seanax.com

... long action scenes that cascade into one another-the style that Hong Kong cinema used to be so good at.

Jul 16, 2016

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Jeffrey Lyles

Lyles' Movie Files

More than a decade later, no action series has quite managed to capture its blend of silky smooth action thanks to Statham's turn as the debonair hero for the new generation.

Rated: 8/10

Sep 1, 2015

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Rick H

I enjoy Jason’s movies due to the athletically tight and well choreographed fight scenes. This one doesn’t disappoint for sure, in spite of almost every other character being utterly ridiculous in this film. If the characters being hilariously dumb and cliche in the most annoying ways was the intent, then I’d say it’s perfectly cast as well as acted and directed. And why not add that the dialogue is just as dumb LOL. But… because of the action that Statham delivers along with the entertaining car chase scenes, it’s a fun film to watch. Every time I watch it I roll my eyes though. LOL

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/08/25

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Aleksandar D

Packed with slick choreography, pulse-pounding car chases, and Statham’s magnetic charisma, this film doesn’t just deliver - it exceeds every expectation. The plot is lean and efficient, just like Frank himself: a professional driver with unbreakable rules and unmatched skills, thrown into a high-stakes mission that tests his moral code. Luc Besson’s influence as co-writer shines, blending style, grit, and unexpected heart. Every frame crackles with energy, from the jaw-dropping stunts to the sleek cinematography. Statham’s stoic charm and flawless action sequences cement his place as an action icon. The Transporter is a high-octane thrill ride that redefines cool.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/28/24

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Karen N

I love the Transporters movies... Good action.. In my book a must seen movie, don't forget the popcorn and cooldrink

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/24/24

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David Y

Not Jasons worst, but not the best either. Half the film is too slow and then when the action comes it is unrealistic and choreographed in wierd ways. More Jackie Chan on a bad day. With the asian actress whith terrible english this was clearly targeted for a chinese market with their love of complex fight choreography. But entertaining overall.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

11/08/24

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Audience Member

The acting is okay,the plot almost nonsense ,but the fight scenes and car chases are amazing jason never disappoints

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

08/21/24

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Georgan G

All action, no plot. Some hot stuff driving, but mostly Statham showing his skills at Chinese martial arts, kickboxing, and karate.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/24/24

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Ex-Special Forces operator Frank Martin (Jason Statham) lives what seems to be a quiet life along the French Mediterranean, hiring himself out as a mercenary transporter who moves goods - human or otherwise - from one place to another. No questions asked. Dangerous complications ensue when he is hired to kidnap the feisty daughter of a lethal Chinese crime lord who's smuggling his fellow countrymen into France.

Director: Corey Yuen
Producer: Luc Besson, Steve Chasman
Screenwriter: Luc Besson, Robert Mark Kamen
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Production Co: TF1 Films Productions, EuropaCorp
Rating: PG-13 (Violent Sequences|Some Sensuality)
Genre: Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 13, 2002, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 25, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $25.3M
Runtime: 1h 32m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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