Amazon Faces Backlash Over Jason Statham Movie Leak

Is there anything better than kicking back with an action-packed Jason Statham flick as summer winds down? It’s the perfect way to relax and escape for a while. On August 21, action enthusiasts had the chance to catch *Mutiny*, the latest entry in Statham’s lineup. Unfortunately, an early leak from Amazon allowed some viewers to get a sneak peek before its official release.

Reports indicate that Amazon inadvertently made the entire *Mutiny* film available on Prime Video. Curious viewers clicked on it and were able to watch before it was swiftly taken down. This mishap provided ample opportunity for internet pirates to download and distribute the film on torrent sites, much to the dismay of Lionsgate, the film’s distributor.

In *Mutiny*, Statham takes on the role of Cole Reed, a former soldier and cop turned personal bodyguard for a wealthy client. Wrongly accused of a serious crime, he embarks on a quest for vengeance against the true culprits aboard a cargo ship—classic Statham, embodying that beloved retired military hero vibe.

Similar to Statham’s *The Beekeeper*, *Mutiny* had a production budget of $40 million. With critics giving it low ratings, its opening weekend was already looking shaky, and this leak may have compounded the issue. One Reddit user noted, “They can now blame any box office underperformance on Amazon.” Another chimed in, “That’s absolutely what they’re going to do. No one is more happy this happened than Lionsgate. They’re gonna get a f*ckton of money out of Amazon for this.”

We may never know how *Mutiny* would have fared without the leak, but if it underperforms, Amazon will likely take the heat. Current estimates suggest it could earn between $7 million and $9 million this weekend.