Jason Statham’s Shark Thriller ‘The Meg 2’ Dominates Prime Video Charts

Jason Statham has never shied away from tough opponents, but in 2023, he found himself up against a prehistoric predator once again. While critics weren’t exactly thrilled with his latest aquatic adventure, audiences have been flocking to watch one of the wildest monster movies in recent memory. ‘The Meg 2: The Trench’ is now tearing up the Prime Video streaming charts and looks poised to break into the top five as the weekend approaches.

The original ‘Meg’ delivered exactly what fans expected: a big-budget, tongue-in-cheek creature feature with Statham channeling the bravado of classic shark movie heroes. Whether he was more like Brody or Quint, he faced off against a monstrous fish and helped the film rake in $529 million at the box office, despite less-than-stellar reviews. That kind of success made a sequel inevitable, and the follow-up cranked every element up to the max.

Sequel Brings Bigger Thrills and Even Wilder Action

Arriving five years after the first, ‘The Meg 2: The Trench’ sees Statham return to battle another massive menace from the depths, this time inspired by Steve Alten’s 1999 sequel novel. The plot, while not the main attraction, sets the stage for a wild ride:

"Dive into uncharted waters with Jason Statham and global action icon Wu Jing as they lead a daring research team on an exploratory dive into the deepest depths of the ocean. Their voyage spirals into chaos when a malevolent mining operation threatens their mission and forces them into a high-stakes battle for survival. Pitted against colossal Megs and relentless environmental plunderers, our heroes must outrun, outsmart, and outswim their merciless predators in a pulse-pounding race against time."

Unlike Spielberg’s ‘Jaws, ’ which built suspense by keeping its killer shark mostly hidden, the appeal of the ‘Meg’ series is all about watching a gigantic CGI beast wreak havoc in jaw-dropping set pieces. The sequel delivers on that promise, offering up even more outrageous action and spectacle.

Audience Reactions Defy Critical Pans

Despite a dismal 27% score from critics, viewers have responded far more positively to the sequel, giving it a 72% audience rating. One reviewer called it,

"An absolute blast of high budget camp,"

while another noted,

"If you want a movie that isn't trying to be a comedy but is just hilariously ridiculous, you have come to the right place."

Of course, not everyone was impressed—some one-star reviews labeled it the "worst movie of the year" and "one of the most stupid movies made in the last decade."

Statham’s fans know exactly what to expect when his name tops the credits: no-nonsense action, over-the-top scenarios, and a commitment to entertainment above all else. ‘The Meg 2’ delivers on all fronts for those looking for a wild, escapist ride. While there’s no official word on a third installment, it’s hard to rule out another deep-sea showdown in the future.