Shelter Trailer & Fun Facts
Shelter Synopsis:
When Mason (Jason Statham), a former assassin living in isolation, rescues a young girl from a storm, the humanitarian act inadvertently exposes his hidden location, drawing the violent attention of his past enemies. Forced out of retirement, he must use his lethal skills to protect the girl and navigate a desperate journey toward survival and redemption.
Genre: Action, Thriller
Release Date: In theaters January 30th, 2026
Shelter Fun Facts:
Action/Disaster Genres Director:
The movie is directed by Ric Roman Waugh, who is known for action movies such as Angel Has Fallen (2019) and disaster movies such as Greenland (2020), both starring Gerard Butler. Waugh's new movie Greenland 2: Migration (2026) is also released on the same month, January 9th, 2026, just three weeks before Shelter is released.
The Hero is the Producer:
Jason Statham is not only starring as a lead character in the movie, but he also serves as one of the producers of the film.
Inspired by Classics:
The heart of the story focuses on the relationship between Mason and protecting a young girl. The film draws its inspiration from movies such as The Professional (1994) and Man on Fire (2004); both movies focus on the relationship between the protector and a young girl.
A New Kind of Villain:
The villain is played by the legendary Bill Nighy, who is famously known for his roles as Davy Jones in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and as Viktor in the Underworld franchise.
Filming Location Twist:
The trailer shows Mason living in isolation in a secluded location on a remote coastal island; the backdrop setting of the movie was actually filmed in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
A Busy Year for Statham:
Shelter is just one of Statham's movies coming out in 2026; he has two more movies scheduled to be released later in the same year, Mutiny and The Beekeeper 2.