The Transporter 2002

Frank Martin, also known as The Transporter, portrayed by Jason Statham, is an exceptionally talented driver who was once a Special Forces officer. Disillusioned by his past leadership and haunted by memories, he now resides along the stunning French Mediterranean coastline, utilizing his skills in a lucrative side career. Frank operates under a strict code, agreeing to transport anything from one location to another without questions—always punctual and regarded as the best in the industry. He abides by three cardinal rules for his transport missions: Rule #1: “No new deals; when it’s a deal, it’s a deal,” Rule #2: “No names,” and Rule #3: “Don’t open the package.”

When hired to transport “three men, 254 kilos,” everything takes an unexpected turn when four men enter his vehicle fresh from a bank heist. Standing firm on his first rule, Frank refuses to proceed. Situations escalate when a gang member is murdered by his counterparts, leading Frank to transport the remaining robbers to their destination. To his dismay, they attempt to bribe him with new cash to continue further, but Frank again turns down the offer, remaining steadfast to his principles. After the robbers flee in another vehicle, Frank returns to his luxurious villa only to find that the gang was eventually caught after a crash during a police pursuit.

Later, the local police inspector, Tarconi, played by François Berléand, pays Frank a visit regarding the heist, as his car matched the description used in the crime. Although suspicious, he has no hard evidence against Frank, who cleverly tidies up and alters his vehicle’s details. Soon after, Frank is tasked with delivering a package to the ominous American gangster known simply as Wall Street, played by Matt Schulze. On the journey, he suspects something is amiss when the package begins to stir, yet adhering to Rule #3, he refrains from opening it. However, while fixing a flat tire, curiosity gets the better of him and he breaks his rules, uncovering that the package contains a woman. He promptly provides her with juice and manages to drop her off safely at the designated location.

Struck by desperation, Wall Street persuades Frank to transport a briefcase to another spot. Reluctantly accepting the job, Frank’s routine begins to unravel when he discovers that the briefcase is rigged with a bomb, which detonates, destroying his car but miraculously leaving him unscathed. Fueled by anger, he retaliates against Wall Street, dispatching several henchmen before seizing a car, only to discover that the “package” is still with him, bound and helpless in the back seat.

Upon returning home, Frank unties the woman, who introduces herself as Lai, played by Qi Shu. The following day, Tarconi shows up again, attempting to piece together the situation. Despite finding a charred license plate, his inquiries lead nowhere, especially since Lai supports Frank’s alibi. However, their respite is short-lived as missiles rain down on Frank’s villa, forcing him and Lai to escape through the sewers as the structure collapses behind them. Hiding in an apartment, their troubles escalate when Tarconi finds them and takes them in for questioning.

During their time at the police station, both Frank and Lai expertly navigate Tarconi’s questions, while Lai cleverly accesses vital information on Wall Street’s operations. Discovering that he is trafficking two shipping containers filled with Chinese individuals—Lai’s own family included—they plot a counter-strategy. When they confront Wall Street, he shockingly reveals that her father is the orchestrator of the human trafficking scheme. Just as Tarconi catches up with them, Frank finds himself arrested, and with the help of Tarconi, devises a plan to escape.

Frank pursues the criminals to the docks, yet facing intense resistance from security guards prevents him from stopping their trucks. In a daring move, he hijacks a small plane and directly parachutes onto one, leading to a fierce showdown where he confronts Wall Street and his henchmen. Ultimately, Frank prevails with a surprising assist from Lai, who turns against her father, shooting him in the process. As authorities arrive, Tarconi leads the rescue of those trapped in the containers, culminating in Frank and Lai aiding the helpless individuals into ambulances as the film concludes, marking a thrilling yet poignant breakthrough in Frank’s chaotic journey.