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Rush Hour

1998

Comedy

Suspense/Thriller

1h 38m

The fastest hands in the East meet the biggest mouth in the West when legendary martial arts daredevil Jackie Chan teams with comedic powerhouse Chris Tucker. (New Line Cinema)

Directed by:

Brett Ratner

Written by:

Jim Kouf Ross LaManna

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Starring:

Mark Rolston Julia Hsu

Franchise:

Rush Hour

Genres:

Comedy, Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Action

Country:

USA

Languages:

English, Mandarin, Cantonese

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Rush Hour

1998

Comedy

Suspense/Thriller

1h 38m

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frederic_g54

Rated 29 May 2007

sorry for the high score, but Chris Tucker makes me laugh :)

Rated 29 May 2007

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BeeDub

Rated 01 Feb 2016

Not good enough to love, not bad enough to hate. The epitome of disposable entertainment.

Rated 01 Feb 2016

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juntakinte99

Rated 13 Oct 2021

This delivers on the promised fun that the cultural fusion of the premise offers. Jackie Chan's action comedy works on a level of physical humor and visual storytelling that recalls silent film stars. And Chris Tucker's character perfectly shows how a real life Def Comedy Jam performer would play in reality. The flaws are minor: a villain from a Simpson's McBain clip, some dated references, and tactless jokes during suspense. But those are small quibbles. This is the 90's best buddy cop movie.

Rated 13 Oct 2021

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BillyShears

Rated 10 Sep 2021

Chris Tucker is some awful garbage version of a manic desperate Eddie Murphy. The best part of any Jackie Chan movie is the bloopers, every movie needs to have blooper credits. Every movie.

Rated 10 Sep 2021

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doctor7

Rated 08 Jul 2008

Everyone seems to give it a hard time for embracing some racism but you know what? Whatever. Everyone in the movie knows it's a joke and not meant to be taken serious so I don't see why the audience should get all uppity about it. Blazing Saddles has horrendous racism and it's all the more funny for it (not that I'm saying this even in the same league as Blazing Saddles). Jackie Chan has some great stunts and Chris Tucker's actually funny.

Rated 08 Jul 2008

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SirStuckey

Rated 24 May 2017

A would-be generic action comedy but Chan and Tucker are so unique in their own ways they elevate it quite a bit. Very watchable, very fun.

Rated 24 May 2017

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Alex Watkins

Rated 14 Aug 2007

I like it. So sue me, it's fun.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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TimeCapsule

Rated 13 Feb 2017

The chemistry between the fast talking Chris Tucker and martial arts legend Jackie Chan carry an average buddy cop film into a franchise. Full of action packed stunts and surprising amount of laughs.

Rated 13 Feb 2017

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DaveImboden

Rated 26 Nov 2014

i probably watched this movie 40 times when i was ten years old. that's about the perfect age to be to properly enjoy Rush Hour

Rated 26 Nov 2014

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Farzan

Rated 27 Jan 2007

There's only one problem, Chris Tucker doesn't seem to shut up.

Rated 27 Jan 2007

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Paxton

Rated 10 Feb 2012

Jackie Chan can't kick as fast as Chris Tucker can annoy.

Rated 10 Feb 2012

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Quintonjamin

Rated 25 Jun 2021

A lot of fun and perfect for what it is. I need to keep watching Jackie Chan movies.

Rated 25 Jun 2021

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Magb

Rated 19 Jan 2007

Wow! What an odd couple! This is truly outrageous!

Rated 19 Jan 2007

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Sockman

Rated 14 Aug 2007

DO YOU UNDERSTAND THE WORDS THAT ARE COMING OUT OF MY MOUTH

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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MacSwell

Rated 11 Feb 2014

This should be typical buddy cop fare but it's significantly elevated by its smartly written script, which allows the mismatched central pair, who have effortless chemistry, to command big laughs through Tucker's fast talking and Chan's inventive martial artistry. The pace is relentless and the set-pieces are great fun, demonstrating a surprising level of competence behind the camera from director Brett Ratner.

Rated 11 Feb 2014

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uby

Rated 24 Jun 2020

Amusing buds movie. I have fun.

Rated 24 Jun 2020

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Bbeaty

Rated 02 Jan 2016

One of the funniest buddy cop movies of all time. Classic Chan and classic Tucker. One of my favorites for sure.

Rated 02 Jan 2016

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sopachuco13

Rated 07 Jun 2019

Rush Hour is a great comedy action movie. Chris Tucker is a local LA cop who has to babysit Jackie Chan while he is in LA. This was one of the first big American blockbusters for Jackie Chan and he paired well with Tucker. Tucker is at his best here. He is funny, cocky, yet likable. The story was pretty well done as well. The reveal of Jintau was surprising to me the first time I watched it. I really liked the Hispanic cop who helps Tucker's character. It is just dumb fun and that's it.

Rated 07 Jun 2019

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glumpy_99

Rated 14 Mar 2020

Cheerfully entertaining LETHAL WEAPON rip-off finds its own feet in Chan and Tucker's perfectly matched odd-couple; we come for Chan's expectedly breathless action stunts, but it's Tucker who steals the show here, with the most endearing version of his crass motormouth to date. Lacks the savage brutality which would come to define these sort of films in favour of an infectiously upbeat, lively tone which makes this barrels of fun. Having Wilkinson and one-scene-wonder Hall around doesn't hurt!

Rated 14 Mar 2020

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Vince Leo

Rated 14 Aug 2007

There's something wrong with a film which has more entertainment value in watching the flubs during the closing credits than in the 90 minutes of the actual story.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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chengming

Rated 06 May 2020

Anytime somebody's talking, it's utterly inane, but there's a few fun moments when either Tucker is dancing or Chan is being beaten up. The finale is the most tedious bit.

Rated 06 May 2020

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PetrosTser

Rated 23 Feb 2017

"Rush Hour" might be quite unoriginal in both its plot and its characters, but the great thing is that it doesn't matter. And that's because here is a prime example of a buddy-cop movie done right: fast-paced, action-packed and funny as hell. Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker make for an excellent on-screen partnership: they are very enjoyable on their own and on fire whenever they appear together. "Rush Hour" hits its targets with admirable ease.

Rated 23 Feb 2017

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hakkanarejo

Rated 08 Jan 2021

After Lee, a Hong Kong detective, finds a large loot belonging to the criminal Juntao, he kidnaps the daughter of a Chinese diplomat in America. Lee is sent to America to act as a diplomat in the kidnapping, but the US police don't like that. They decide to deploy an agent to keep Lee busy.

Rated 08 Jan 2021

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Ocelot

Rated 16 Apr 2009

"Comedic powerhouse" Chris Tucker.

Rated 16 Apr 2009

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twincinema

Rated 03 Jan 2022

By the time Jackie Chan got to Hollywood, he had a mythic presence for me, despite having only seeing Rumble in the Bronx. Here was a dude who kicked ass and did his own stunts! Yet somehow I missed ever seeing this movie in my youth. I watched this just so my pre-teen self could smile down on me from heaven :).

Rated 03 Jan 2022

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GravyMaximus

Rated 10 Jan 2008

People of different backgrounds, cultures and races are different. HA HA HA HA! Fuck you, Brett Ratner. Suck a bag of dicks.

Rated 10 Jan 2008

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TheRealJ-Ro

Rated 31 Jul 2008

This film actually makes me keep going back to the theatres for the sub-par sequels.

Rated 31 Jul 2008

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lrampartl

Rated 14 Aug 2007

Probably one of the better plotlines Jackie's ever had to work with, and probably the biggest role Tucker's ever had. The two work extremely well together. You get comedy from Tucker, and action from Chan. The villains are fantastic, and you get some really great one-liners as well. It's not just another buddy comedy, it's a fun film.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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Dullshimmer

Rated 11 Sep 2021

It's a buddy cop movie. So expect action, humor, and the main duo to not get along super well at first. In Rush Hour that's due to some major cultural and nationality differences. The jokes maybe lean a bit too heavy on those difference and Tucker can be a bit too loud and obnoxious, but it also manages to be funny and enjoyable to watch. It's by no means a deep movie, but then again it's a buddy cop movie. When are they ever?

Rated 11 Sep 2021

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Ytadel

Rated 14 Aug 2007

I saw it when I was twelve, so I admit letting nostalgia color my score. It's fast-paced, energetic, packed with stunts and fights, lighthearted and funny, and the chemistry between the two leads is great. Certainly Brett Ratner's pinnacle as a filmmaker.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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Bartbaard

Rated 18 Jul 2020

Not my cup of tea. Jackie is cool

Rated 18 Jul 2020

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Cinema_Asia

Rated 20 Jan 2010

An decent action buddy cop film by Hollywood standards but far below what Jackie Chan is capable of. In terms of action it was a pretty big letdown but on the positive side of things Jackie Chan finally got the recognition he deserves. However, too much of the film is dominated by Chris Tucker cracking race and wise ass jokes which appealed mostly to the teen and frat crowd.

Rated 20 Jan 2010

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Nathan S

Rated 08 Jul 2008

Good god, you all!

Rated 08 Jul 2008

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NathanBates

Rated 19 Aug 2018

Oh, another buddy cop movie. This one tries to distinguish itself from the others by adding martial arts. Jackie Chan has some great stunts, but not enough of them. I'm sure I'll have forgotten this movie in a few months, but it was pretty fun while it lasted.

Rated 19 Aug 2018

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Revan007

Rated 17 Apr 2020

A clever concept that allowed Chris Tucker to really show his comedic chops, Rush Hour also plays to Jackie Chan's martial arts skills while finding a way of making his accent play into the humor of the situation. A fun take on the buddy cop genre, it not only works, but it makes for a hilarious and exciting ride.

Rated 17 Apr 2020

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Antonio P

Rated 10 Nov 2019

I liked this movie. Like every Chinese actor for some reason they are really attached to their daughters. As they save her in this movie over ransom Chinese guys. Most notable line. Do you understand the words that are coming out of my mouth.

Rated 10 Nov 2019

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badfish138

Rated 03 Mar 2018

Great chemistry between Jackie and Chris, would watch that combo do just about anything.

Rated 03 Mar 2018

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TheDiceman

Rated 19 Feb 2007

Watchable.

Rated 19 Feb 2007

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myfavchords

Rated 19 Feb 2015

Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker make a good comedy team, they have good chemistry together. The story is basic but the stunts are a lot of fun and there are some funny moments. Overall I would recommend this film.

Rated 19 Feb 2015

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SlrSoapbox

Rated 13 Jan 2007

He's Asian! He's Black! It's 1998 and we're still mining humour from racial stereotypes!

Rated 13 Jan 2007

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entityleak

Rated 10 Oct 2015

the only good movie

Rated 10 Oct 2015

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michaels

Rated 12 Jul 2015

Classic 90s buddy cop comedy. Tucker and Chan have a great on-screen chemistry.

Rated 12 Jul 2015

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vv238

Rated 13 Oct 2018

Tucker and Chan do have a lot of fun chemistry when they are on screen together. It helps cover up many of this film's numerous flaws.

Rated 13 Oct 2018

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mwestcott

Rated 03 Jan 2018

Jackie Chan and a somewhat annoying Chris Tucker work well enough together as a mismatched pair. Although the plot may leave a little to be desired. Rush Hour works well enough to bring Jackie Chan to the big screen where he belongs. No matter which country he's working in.

Rated 03 Jan 2018

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larmor

Rated 09 Apr 2019

It's pure mindless entertainment, but at least it admits it is. As far as this kind of movie goes, it's pretty good: Chris Tucker makes me laugh, Jackie Chan does his fun martial arts.

Rated 09 Apr 2019

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DVicknabb

Rated 31 Mar 2008

Good as an odd couple buddy cop flick, I guess. I really like Jackie Chan in everything, Tucker is ridiculous, the direction is uninspired, and the fights range from so-so to wonderful. A mixed bag.

Rated 31 Mar 2008

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joelwatchesmovies

Rated 09 Sep 2015

A typical and bland buddy cop vs. terrorist plot here is redeemed by Tucker and Chan's entertaining odd couple; with the former's rapid-fire high-pitched vocal antics, Chan's awesome martial arts stunt work and even a few charming one-liners, and some fun moments shared between the two of them (the "War" sing along is great), Rush Hour never bores, despite its mediocre story and minimal character development.

Rated 09 Sep 2015

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timmo

Rated 07 Jun 2008

Very much a classic buddy action comedy. I really enjoyed it.

Rated 07 Jun 2008

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tsvete

Rated 12 Jan 2011

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Pvt.Snowball

Rated 19 Mar 2008

Guilty pleasure.

Rated 19 Mar 2008

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Peewee

Rated 14 Oct 2008

verry funny.

Rated 14 Oct 2008

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JamieShelton

Rated 20 Oct 2007

Jackie Chan finally gets a film vehicle worthy of his comic talents, & a perfect foil of a partner (Tucker) to play off of. Pure fun for any Chan fan.

Rated 20 Oct 2007

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Ippei

Rated 22 Jul 2022

The younger me definitely would have given this one a much higher rating. Still enjoyable for what it is, but it sometimes feels a little dated. You can't deny the chemistry between Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker though, as the bloopers also reveal.

Rated 22 Jul 2022

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samanthadext

Rated 18 Oct 2007

Great pairing of Chan and Tucker. Jackie is always amazing.

Rated 18 Oct 2007

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fudgieb

Rated 31 Jan 2009

I was really expecting some tripe...but this was a good, funny, action-packed movie. The new Lethal Weapon.

Rated 31 Jan 2009

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annimal

Rated 13 Dec 2010

A classic.

Rated 13 Dec 2010

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emitefil

Rated 29 Sep 2008

Funny, light humor movie.

Rated 29 Sep 2008

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apparatus

Rated 05 Aug 2010

at the moment - its the last thing I would consider watching

Rated 05 Aug 2010

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Piglet

Rated 22 Jul 2009

Silly, but teens sure enjoy it, and that's probably what they aimed for.

Rated 22 Jul 2009

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mrbeck

Rated 14 Aug 2007

Great movie, I would recommend seeing this anytime you're up for a good film. A bit of action, a bit of comedy.... it's a great mix.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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TheDenizen

Rated 14 Aug 2007

Passable flick, even if it is a direct ripoff of the superior "Drive".

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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rttntomatoes

Rated 22 Dec 2013

A kick-ass addition to the cop-buddy film genre.

Rated 22 Dec 2013

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panzerwolf

Rated 10 Sep 2023

A fairly standard buddy cop comedy, it doesn't really do anything daring with its plot or dynamics. Jackie Chan is the obvious highlight of the whole thing with his comedic timing and doing his own fighting. It passes the time, easy enough to watch, but it's not really all that funny apart from a few jokes and action sequences. The bloopers in the credits were definitely the funniest part.

Rated 10 Sep 2023

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rdwn29905

Rated 13 Jun 2007

boo!

Rated 13 Jun 2007

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gpietras

Rated 11 May 2009

Jackie Chan is always fun, and Chris Tucker can milk a few jokes with his exaggerated double takes. A lot of stale aspects to the film and it's pretty boring visually, but one of the better movies in heavy rotation on TBS.

Rated 11 May 2009

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CMonster

Rated 31 Mar 2011

This is a movie that really isn't that good but I loved every second of it. I really think everyone should watch it because the chemistry between Chan and Tucker is pretty good. I also am weird and think Chris Tucker is hilarious, so you may hate.

Rated 31 Mar 2011

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PeaceAnarchy

Rated 12 Dec 2006

Fun Jackie Chan stunts make up for Chris Tucker's annoyingness, but only somewhat.

Rated 12 Dec 2006

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snarky

Rated 08 Apr 2008

Amusing, but not very good.

Rated 08 Apr 2008

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eyemo

Rated 11 May 2009

Stereotypical popcorn action, the action in it self is great, but the movie is not.

Rated 11 May 2009

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pksenthil

Rated 19 Jul 2009

Absolutely hilarious..

Rated 19 Jul 2009

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hellboy76

Rated 25 Sep 2010

Chris Tucker is beyond annoying in most films, he is toned down a bit here and I will take average Chan over The Tuxedo Chan any day.

Rated 25 Sep 2010

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jxc0207

Rated 29 Aug 2007

Do you understand the word coming out of my mouth? Meh.

Rated 29 Aug 2007

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Omicron91

Rated 15 Oct 2008

Not thaaat bad.

Rated 15 Oct 2008

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NahSon

Rated 18 Apr 2024

FunkyAstro

Rated 14 Jul 2009

This movie was terrible but if it were on T.V. while I was high, and I couldn't find the remote, I would probably watch it.

Rated 14 Jul 2009

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antidood1

Rated 16 Jun 2013

I wish I hadn't seen this movie. The action is decent, but the problem is that there's only about 90 seconds of action in this movie. But worry not, because the humor in this movie is there to save everyone from being bored out of their minds! or at least, it tries to. In reality, the ever-predictable and rarely funny attempts at humor make this movie possibly even worse to sit through. I don't even want to know what Rush Hour 2 is like.

Rated 16 Jun 2013

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Frosty

Rated 06 Oct 2009

Like an annoying version of Murtaugh and Riggs in a shit version of that film. Gets consolotary points because Jackie Chan can do a decent bit of action when he wants to.

Rated 06 Oct 2009

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sork

Rated 02 Jun 2008

Kind of funny, but you can't stretch one joke into a full movie.

Rated 02 Jun 2008

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Ryan Lueders

Rated 22 Sep 2014

The title really makes no sense at all, considering you only see one rush hour traffic jam in the film. Still, Chan and Tucker are a pretty funny duo in this buddy cop film. Chan's action sequences are amazing. I love the stunts that he performs and his comedic timing is pretty good, especially since he really didn't know a ton of English for this film...

Rated 22 Sep 2014

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leekenn

Rated 23 Mar 2010

Such a good mix

Rated 23 Mar 2010

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edkrak

Rated 22 Oct 2009

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Murravener

Rated 02 Mar 2007

Another Jackie Chan action comedy, although thanks to Tucker, it may have been one of the better ones.

Rated 02 Mar 2007

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bookhouseboy

Rated 10 Sep 2010

#90s#, popcorn, story, J Chan!

Rated 10 Sep 2010

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TedDedon

Rated 19 Mar 2007

Entertaining movie with a great on-screen duo to push the story forward. Easily recommendable to everyone.

Rated 19 Mar 2007

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Calcaneus

Rated 30 Jun 2008

The first in what is easily the best buddy-cop series in the last 15 years. I can't say anymore, I have such a soft spot for this movie.

Rated 30 Jun 2008

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JacoIII

Rated 20 Apr 2009

A classic in the "buddy-cop" genre. Funny enough for a single viewing but it anymore than that and it becomes immediately boring.

Rated 20 Apr 2009

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zaxer

Rated 23 Mar 2010

Fun

Rated 23 Mar 2010

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Shephard

Rated 20 Oct 2007

Very funny, very-well cast. Original and entertaining.

Rated 20 Oct 2007

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juicestice

Rated 13 Feb 2009

Classic good time.

Rated 13 Feb 2009

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cosmik_debree

Rated 19 Apr 2024

AversaS

Rated 14 Aug 2012

Enjoyed this movie, though jokes are a bit dated.

Rated 14 Aug 2012

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MJVmovieMan

Rated 13 Aug 2007

Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan are an unlikely great buddy-cop team. Very funny from start to finish.

Rated 13 Aug 2007

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hilarrrrrry

Rated 28 Dec 2006

oh jackie, you never disappoint.

Rated 28 Dec 2006

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LookJabba...

Rated 22 Apr 2016

Rush Hour is a harmlessly entertaining action comedy that is carried by the odd but amusing buddy cop pairing of Jackie Chan & Chris Tucker. The plot is serviceable and there's nothing particularly groundbreaking on show. But the set pieces are enjoyable and Jackie Chan's stunts are impressive as always. The humour is borderline annoying though and Chris Tucker is more exhausting than ever. As buddy cop pairings go, this is no Lethal Weapon. But in their own way the duo of Chan & Tucker works.

Rated 22 Apr 2016

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whomperize

Rated 14 Aug 2007

Pretty entertaining, and kind of funny.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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KramYessev

Rated 22 May 2012

Not as awful as I was expecting but I wouldn't watch it again, nor would I actively seek out its sequels. Jackie Chan is insane as always and I can definetly see why people hate Chris Tucker, thankfully I can look past that due to the fact he sounds exactly like MC Pee Pants.

Rated 22 May 2012

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ruloaas

Rated 30 Jun 2008

Dumb and a little racist, I think.

Rated 30 Jun 2008

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lintonmyroxy

Rated 15 Oct 2020

I'm a deranged motherfucker, took too many uppers, now it's rush hour Jackie Chan Chris Tucker (50 million dollars!)

Rated 15 Oct 2020

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svicciarelli

Rated 14 Aug 2007

Has its moments of laughs - the best thing you can say about it is that it's decent.

Rated 14 Aug 2007

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brrrp

Rated 19 Feb 2024

I was born in the 90's so naturally I've seen this a million times and it was something of a classic at a certain age. Watching it now with a hangover, I can't so easily see how that happened, but it has its moments of guilty pleasure in an ocean of stupidity.

Rated 19 Feb 2024

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