In The First Prisoner, Jason Statham delivers a high-octane performance as a wrongly accused ex-special forces soldier trapped in the deadliest underground prison on Earth. Set in a dystopian near-future, the film plunges viewers into a brutal world where power, violence, and corruption reign. Statham’s character, known only as Kane, must use every ounce of his training to survive savage inmates, betrayal from within, and a sadistic warden bent on keeping him buried.

The action is relentless, featuring bone-crushing fight sequences, gritty hand-to-hand combat, and explosive escapes that rival the intensity of Escape Plan and The Raid. Supporting performances add weight, especially from a mysterious female hacker who aids Kane from the outside, and a brutal gang leader who dominates the prison yard.

Visually, the film is dark, industrial, and immersive — enhanced by a pulse-pounding soundtrack that keeps tension sky-high. Director Mark Harlan crafts a tight, no-nonsense action thriller that plays to Statham’s strengths while giving the genre a raw edge.

Verdict: The First Prisoner is a gritty, testosterone-charged prison break thriller with sharp choreography and a lead who never misses.

Rating: 8/10 – A brutal ride for action fans craving intense survival drama.

Justice is locked away… and Kane holds the key.