Police Story
Police Story

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Police Story

1988
TV Show
Ended
7 Seasons
English

Detective Cheng is commissioned by Interpol to destroy the Empire of Chaiba, a worldwide criminal organization based in Southeast Asia. He initiates an undercover operation to infiltrate the organization.

Insights

IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Google Users94%
Director: Jackie ChanGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A Hong Kong detective is assigned to take down a drug lord and protect a key witness. However, his investigation is complicated by his girlfriend's growing suspicions and the increasing danger posed by the criminals he's pursuing. The film culminates in a spectacular, high-stakes showdown where the detective must use all his skills to apprehend the culprits and restore order.

Critical Reception

Police Story was a massive critical and commercial success, lauded for its groundbreaking stunt work, energetic pacing, and Jackie Chan's charismatic performance. It is widely considered one of the greatest action films ever made, setting a new benchmark for the genre and solidifying Chan's international stardom.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative and death-defying stunts.

  • Lauded Jackie Chan's incredible physicality and comedic timing.

  • Celebrated as a benchmark in the action-comedy genre.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly loved Police Story, frequently highlighting Jackie Chan's breathtaking stunts and seamless blend of action and humor. Many consider it a masterpiece of the genre and a must-watch for action film enthusiasts.

Awards & Accolades

Won Best Action Choreography at the 4th Hong Kong Film Awards. Nominated for Best Actor (Jackie Chan) and Best Picture at the 4th Hong Kong Film Awards.

Fun Fact

During the climactic mall fight scene, Jackie Chan intentionally slid down a pole covered in working light bulbs, an act that caused him severe burns and the need for skin grafts.

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