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Rush Hour (1998)

"The fastest hands in the East meet the biggest mouth in the West."

7.119981h 37mEN
ActionComedyCrime

Directed by Brett Ratner

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

September 18, 1998

Director

Brett Ratner

Official Trailer

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Overview

When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and ...

Cast

Jackie Chan

Jackie Chan

Lee

Chris Tucker

Chris Tucker

Carter

Tom Wilkinson

Tom Wilkinson

Griffin

Philip Baker Hall

Philip Baker Hall

Captain Diel

Elizabeth Peña

Elizabeth Peña

Johnson

Chris Penn

Chris Penn

Clive

Mark Rolston

Mark Rolston

Agent Russ

Tzi Ma

Tzi Ma

Consul Han

Rex Linn

Rex Linn

Agent Whitney

Ken Leung

Ken Leung

Sang

Robert Littman

Robert Littman

First Caucasien

Michael Chow

Michael Chow

Diner Guest

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Rush Hour (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Rush Hour. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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