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Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham Team Up for 'Viva La Madness'

10/30/2025

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Story summary

British director Guy Ritchie and actor Jason Statham will collaborate on Viva La Madness, the sixth film based on J.J. Connolly's novel, following their work on Lock, Stock and Snatch.
Production starts January 2026; Statham is the only confirmed cast member, with Ritchie writing and directing.
The action-thriller follows an anonymous London drug dealer and depicts crime and corruption.
Punch Palace Productions, Lumina Studios, and Black Bear produce the project.

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Story summary

British director Guy Ritchie and actor Jason Statham will collaborate on Viva La Madness, the sixth film based on J.J. Connolly's novel, following their work on Lock, Stock and Snatch.
Production starts January 2026; Statham is the only confirmed cast member, with Ritchie writing and directing.
The action-thriller follows an anonymous London drug dealer and depicts crime and corruption.
Punch Palace Productions, Lumina Studios, and Black Bear produce the project.