Death Race (2008) is an action film directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, set in a dystopian future where imprisoned criminals are forced to participate in a brutal and deadly car racing event. The film stars Jason Statham as Jensen Ames, a former race car driver who is wrongfully imprisoned and coerced into competing in the titular “Death Race.”

In this grim future, the race is a televised spectacle where contestants, known as “prisoners,” must battle each other in heavily armored and weaponized vehicles, all while aiming to win their freedom. The races are filled with intense action, high-octane stunts, and a high body count.

Jensen Ames must navigate the dangerous and treacherous world of the Death Race, all while uncovering a conspiracy that led to his imprisonment. The film also features performances by Tyrese Gibson as Coach and Joan Allen as the warden overseeing the race.

Death Race is known for its high-energy action sequences, explosive visuals, and its exploration of themes such as justice, survival, and redemption in a dystopian setting. The film is a loose remake of the 1975 film Death Race 2000 and brings a modern, gritty edge to the concept of extreme vehicular combat.