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Chan and Tucker Push for Rush Hour 4 as Film Awaits New Director

The franchise’s fourth installment remains without a director despite ongoing script work.

Chris Tucker as Detective James Carter hiding behind Jackie Chan as Chief Inspector Lee in Rush Hour 2
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Overview

  • Jackie Chan confirmed that the Rush Hour 4 script is still in development and reiterated his eagerness to return to the franchise.
  • Chris Tucker has also expressed strong interest in reprising his role and teased elevated new elements for the sequel.
  • Brett Ratner, who directed the original trilogy, is effectively out of consideration due to multiple sexual harassment allegations.
  • New Line Cinema and its partners have not announced a director or production timeline for the sequel.
  • The original Rush Hour trilogy grossed nearly $850 million worldwide, underscoring high audience expectations for a fourth film.