Jason Statham Returns as the Fearless Protagonist in Meg 2: The Trench

Jason Statham reprises his role from the 2018 blockbuster "The Meg" as the leading action hero in the highly anticipated sequel "Meg 2: The Trench." This time, he teams up with global action icon Wu Jing to lead a daring research team on an exploratory dive into the deepest depths of the ocean.

A Thrilling Adventure into Uncharted Waters

The movie promises an adrenaline-pumping adventure as Statham and Jing's team embarks on their mission to explore the unexplored realms of the ocean's trench. However, their voyage soon spirals into chaos when they encounter a malevolent mining operation that threatens their mission.

Battling colossal Megs (massive prehistoric sharks)
Facing relentless environmental plunderers
A high-stakes battle for survival

Stunning Visual Effects and Intense Action Sequences

With state-of-the-art visual effects and jaw-dropping action sequences, "Meg 2: The Trench" aims to immerse audiences in the most electrifying cinematic experience of the year. Jason Statham and the cast must outrun, outsmart, and outswim their merciless predators in a pulse-pounding race against time.

Ensemble Cast and Acclaimed Filmmakers

In addition to Statham and Jing, the ensemble cast includes Sophia Cai, Page Kennedy, Sergio Peris-Mencheta, Skyler Samuels, and Cliff Curtis. The movie is directed by Ben Wheatley and features a screenplay by Jon Hoeber, Erich Hoeber, and Dean Georgaris, based on Steve Alten's novel "The Trench."

Behind-the-Scenes Talent

Produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Belle Avery
Executive produced by Jason Statham, Cate Adams, Ruigang Li, Catherine Xujun Ying, Wu Jing, E. Bennett Walsh, Erik Howsam, Gerald R. Molen, and Randy Greenberg
Director of Photography: Haris Zambarloukous
Production Designer: Chris Lowe
Editor: Jonathan Amos
Visual Effects Supervisor: Pete Bebb
Costume Designer: Lindsay Pugh
Music: Harry Gregson-Williams

Release and Distribution

Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures and CMC Pictures, in association with DF Pictures and di Bonaventura/Apelles Entertainment, Inc., "Meg 2: The Trench" is set to hit theaters in North America on August 4, 2023, and internationally beginning August 2, 2023.

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