Rush Hour
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8.0 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 54 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 54
  3. Negative: 1 out of 54

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  1. AnsonG.
    Aug 15, 2006
    10
    Great comedy and action movie. Jackie Chan showed his martial art stunts, although Chris Tucker was quite funny man.
  2. gm101
    Jan 9, 2011
    10
    One of my all time favorite movies. This is the movie that made me love buddy cop movies, and a Jackie Chan fan. Although, I wonder where Chris Tucker is these days.
  3. Happymonk
    Jan 24, 2012
    9
    I love this film so much! it's really a classic. Which is weird considering Jackie Chan didn't even get it. The plotline is silly yet very fun, the combination of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker works really well. The film can be rather funny at times and is very light-hearted while mixing the serious story in at the same time. Everyone owes it to themselves to watch this film (and sequels). Grab some snacks and watch a very enjoyable film.… Expand
  4. RushHour
    Sep 22, 2003
    10
    This Movie is one of the best movies that exists.
  5. BengerH.
    Nov 16, 2003
    10
    A great film with Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. they made the movie so there would be comedy from the beginning to the end.
  6. TommyL.
    Jul 21, 2003
    10
    Simple...but perfect. Simply perfect. Tucker and Chan are perfect together. One of the most entertaining movies I have ever seen.
  7. [Anonymous]
    Dec 5, 2004
    10
    Jackie chan has some great moves. chris tucker is funny as hell. one of the best movies of the year.
  8. AndrewM
    Aug 29, 2004
    7
    It was the most recurring thought I had while watching this film and it seems from the reviews above that I wasn't alone: there is nothing original about Rush Hour. The only thing that ever comes close to being original is some of Chan's incredible stunt and action work. He really is amazing! But the storyline, the characters, the acting, the look, the feel, all resonate firm feelings of deja-vu. What saves Rush Hour from the discard pile is the strength of these familiar elements and the skill with which they were employed. I have not seen Tucker in a film before, but really I feel like I have. He style reminds me of someone.....hmm, it ain't too hard to figure out who! What saves him (and for that matter, the film) from being a joke is that he does it so damn well. At times he is annoying, at other times he is superfluous, but most of the time he is humourous and very entertaining. As for Chan, his skills will dazzle and enthrall you, and he appears to be the ultimate professional. Although his verbal acting won't win any awards, he fills the shoes of this role with great aplomb, with a little flair thrown in for good measure. The story itself is old ground and the screenplay includes no literary revelations, but it is a solid, witty script and it supports the plot adequately. Finally, the action sequences and choreography routines in Rush Hour are beautifully prepared and created. There is some really skillful work to be enjoyed here. If you liked 48 Hours, Bad Boys or any other similar buddy/cop/action film, you'll certainly enjoy this one. Have fun!… Expand
  9. kingshahid
    Jul 27, 2011
    10
    This movie was hilarious especially when it came out. The combination of Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan just made the movie exciting since they brought their own personalities into the movie. I was never a fan of Jackie Chan before or after Rush Hour.
  10. shamusolarry
    Sep 8, 2011
    9
    Possibly the best buddy-cop film ever, mostly because of the slightly over-the-top kung-fu antics of Chan. It's got the perfect balance of comedy, action, and suspense. The acting could be better though.
  11. imthenoob
    Mar 5, 2012
    9
    Interesting plot and a lot of solid action as well. There is no denying that Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker have chemistry together and it shows on screen. Definently worth the watch.
  12. csw12
    Sep 1, 2012
    5
    Just your average action movie with its average violence. The acting is pointless but Chris Tucker couldn't be more annoying. worthless mindless crap.
  13. Official
    Aug 2, 2012
    7
    An excellent buddy cop film. There are lots of humor, Kung Fu and action. Jackie Chan did some excellent martial arts, and Chris Tucker did some funny lines and jokes. My score: 73/100
  14. kunkka
    Jul 7, 2012
    9
    It's a pretty standard movie but the combination of Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker and a great script made for one hilarious movie. The action part is not too shabby either.
  15. Compi24
    Nov 28, 2012
    8
    A repeatedly hilarious buddy-cop film with as many gut-busting one liners from Chris Tucker as there are jaw-dropping stunts from Jackie Chan.

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Metascore
60 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 23 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 23
  3. Negative: 0 out of 23
  1. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Owen Gleiberman
    42
    The two characters barely even have a relationship; they're a union of demographics--the "urban" market meets the slapstick-action market.
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  2. The New York Times
    Reviewed by: Elvis Mitchell
    60
    At regular intervals the film stops short for similiarly nifty Chan choreography, letting the star flip, swivel, scamper up walls and hurl large objects with his feet.
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  3. Film Threat
    Reviewed by: Ron Wells
    60
    The stunts are great but they make sense and don't blow the sense of reality of the whole movie.
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