Genre: Action / Thriller / Drama
Director: Simon West
Starring: Jason Statham, Dominik García‑Lorido, Milo Ventimiglia, Stanley Tucci, Sofía Vergara ([turn0search2], [turn0search3])
Written by: William Goldman (adapted from his 1985 novel Heat) ([turn0search2])
Runtime: 92 min (limited release / VOD)
Reception: Mixed to negative; box-office flop (~$6.7M on a $30M budget) ([turn0search3], [turn0search6])
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Jason Statham’s Performance as Cleaning Action-Drama Cash
Statham showcases both his fighting chops and surprising depth—playing a flawed gambler-turned-bodyguard trying to stay clean while protecting a friend ([turn0search1], [turn0search2]). -
Gritty Vegas Setting & Practical Action
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William Goldman’s Dialogue
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Inconsistent Tone & Plot Execution
Critics noted the movie tries to blend caper, drama, and beat‑’em‑up elements—but ends up uneven and unfocused ([turn0search3], aficionado criticisms). -
Mixed Reviews & Poor Box Office
Rotten Tomatoes gave it only 30%, and it failed to resonate with a wider audience, leading to its quick drop from theaters ([turn0search3], [turn0search6]). -
Character Depth Remains Thin
While Statham is solid, many supporting characters remain underdeveloped beyond plot functions ([turn0search3]).
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No "Wild Card 2" is currently in production.
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Statham’s 2025–2026 slate is full
Upcoming projects include Mutiny (Jan 2026), Fast X: Part 2 (~June 2026), and other action thrillers—but none connected to Wild Card ([turn0search5], [turn0search9], [turn0search10]).
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Wild Card remains an underrated, gritty action thriller with standout moments and a charismatic lead.
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However, no sequel is forthcoming—and unless Statham and West reunite specifically for this franchise, it’s likely to remain a one-off.
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If you're craving another Statham action film, he's heading into several high-profile projects over the next couple of years—but Wild Card 2 is not among them.
