Jackie Chan
Jackie Chan

Jackie Chan

1997Movie140 minKannada

An upright and brave police officer, Simha, along with two righteous young men, Rana and Pratap, takes on anti-social elements and wipes out terrorism.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes44%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users77%
Director: Stanley TongGenres: Action, Comedy, Thriller, Spy

Plot Summary

Supercop Jackie Chan is sent to Russia to stop a deadly biological weapon from falling into the wrong hands. He teams up with a CIA agent and Interpol to track down the stolen weapon and the ruthless mercenary responsible.

Critical Reception

First Strike, also known as Jackie Chan's First Strike, received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Chan's signature blend of high-octane action and physical comedy. While some found the plot somewhat convoluted, the fight choreography and Jackie Chan's charisma were widely celebrated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Jackie Chan's innovative and exciting fight sequences.
  • Criticized for a plot that is sometimes difficult to follow.
  • Appreciated for its blend of action, comedy, and spy thriller elements.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its classic Jackie Chan action and humor, though some found the storyline to be less engaging than other entries in his filmography.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be the start of a new James Bond-style spy series for Jackie Chan, but it was ultimately released as a standalone film.

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