Back in the days of Blockbuster and physically renting videos and DVDs of movies you never got the chance to see at the cinema, there were usually some favourites that would pop up time and time again. For my family, that was the buddy action comedy Rush Hour. Now, most of us use streaming services, Blockbuster has disappeared from existence, and the world is a lot different from the one in which we first saw Lee and Carter kick ass and haphazardly save the day. In fact, it has somehow been 19 years since the first Rush Hour was released. That's right - it hit cinemas all the way back in 1998. The first movie followed the adventures of mismatched cops Lee, played by Jackie Chan, and Carter, played by Chris Tucker, as they tried to rescue the Chinese consul's kidnapped daughter. The clash of cultures brought a lot of sparks between the pair, as well as mixing the comedic martial arts Chan was known for with the gun-based action of American action movies. It turned out this specific mix was a big hit with audiences, and after grossing $244 million worldwide, off a budget of only $33 million, a sequel was put into development. Rush Hour 2 was released three years later, and then a third movie capped the trilogy off in 2007. At this point, when producer Arthur Sarkissian was asked about the prospect of a fourth instalment, he said: "We waited six years to do Rush Hour 3 and if we wait another six years, Jackie is going to be way too tired to do this stuff. So, Chris is on board - he said he would love to do it." "But we have to make sure it stands on its own. And it hinges on how successful Rush Hour 3 is, for the studio to say we want to make another one." Now 10 years has passed, so you may not think there's too much of a chance of it actually happening. On top of this, the third movie didn't do as well as its predecessors, bringing in nearly $100 million less than the second movie, and scoring a very low score of 18 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. But the series' luck may have just turned around. Speaking on Power 106's The Cruz Show, Jackie Chan explained exactly what is happening with Rush Hour 4: "For the last seven years, we've been turning down the script, turning down the script. Yesterday, we just agreed. "The script probably at the end of this month will have a second draft and next year, [we'll] probably start. "If... Chris Tucker agrees." They still need Chris Tucker to say he's on board, but that is pretty likely given his recent comments. "I think we might be able to get one going," the actor told Collider last year, "I love working with Jackie and I think we could do a really fun one." After years of the creators and stars of the project teasing their interest, it looks like things are actually moving forward. And if the old rumours that director Brett Ratner wanted to include Danny DeVito and Jet Li in the cast, it might be even better than the original movies.

Did Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan just announce a fourth Rush Hour film?

It sure seemed like it yesterday, when Chris took to social media to post a very suspicious picture.

On Sunday, the comedian wished his co-star happy birthday on Instagram, uploading an adorable picture of the two of them beaming at the camera.

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"Today is Jackie's birthday. I want to wish my boy Jackie Chan a Happy Birthday!! [sic]" he wrote.

However, it was the second image he posted just an hour later that whipped fans into a frenzy. No wonder, since it showed him and Jackie embracing while putting up four fingers each!

It was accompanied by an equally as suspicious caption: "Oh I know I don’t think I’m seeing what I’m seeing what I’m thinkin. [sic]"

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So, is this confirmation that the long-awaited Rush Hour 4 is finally on its way? Many people on Instagram sure seemed to think so, with hundreds flocking to the comment section to celebrate.

"OMG IS THIS IT?!! DAMNN #RUSHHOUR4? [sic]" asked @mister_funtastic. He was followed by @ihl_zaay, who put: "Don’t play with me like that?it better be true bout this rush hour 4 man?? [sic]."

"Yall betta bring it! Wit ya old asses!!??, [sic]" added @caliluv1992.

While there has been no official statement on the status of the movie, it has been hinted at many a time in the past few years.

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Speaking on Power 106's The Cruz Show in 2017, Jackie Chan claimed he was onboard, it was just up to Chris.

"For the last seven years, we've been turning down the script, turning down the script," he explained. "Yesterday, we just agreed. The script probably at the end of this month will have a second draft and next year, [we'll] probably start. If ... Chris Tucker agrees. It’s about [having] time to make it. Otherwise, Rush Hour 4, we’re all old men. I tell Chris Tucker, ‘Before we get old, please do Rush Hour 4.'"

Then, earlier this year Chris seemed to give fans the news they wanted when he told the Winging It podcast: "It’s not in pre-production. We’re working on a few things [for] the script. Jackie wants to do it. I want to do it. The studio wants to do it. We’re trying to get it together. It looks like it’s getting together right."

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The franchise first hit screens in 1998, with audiences following the two actors as mismatched police officers who must rescue the Chinese consul's kidnapped daughter. It was an immediate hit, grossing over $140 million in the US and $103 million in the rest of the world.

Rush Hour 2 was released in 2001 and Rush Hour 3 followed in 2007. This, of course, means that it's been 12 years since we've seen Chris and Jackie together onscreen fighting corrupt crime and making us giggle along the way.

Could the boys be back in town in 2020? We've got everything crossed.

Jackie Chan may have recently celebrated his 70th birthday, but some fans were taken aback when new photos of the star surfaced online, prompting concerns about his health and well-being.

Yes, the beloved action star turned the big 7-0 on April 7, but fans of the Rush Hour legend weren't in the mood for celebrating when photos of the star sporting a gray beard, glasses, and looking all-around older surfaced on X.

In response to a tweet that was supposed to honor the Police Story star's birthday, social media users flooded the post with messages of concern.

"So sad seeing our childhood heroes aging. Thanks for the memories and Happy Birthday Legend," one person wrote. A second added: "Legend is getting old."

However, the iconic actor swiftly addressed the buzz, reassuring fans that his new look is merely for a movie role.

In a heartfelt Instagram post commemorating his birthday and illustrious career, Chan addressed the speculation surrounding his aged appearance. "I want to take this opportunity to let everyone know, don’t worry! It’s just a character appearance for my latest movie," he wrote.

Jackie Chan has been in the entertainment industry for 62 years! (Pictured here in 1981) Credit: Bertrand Rindoff Petroff / Getty

"The character requires me to have white hair, white beard and look old," Chan added, before voicing his love of trying new things for his many movie roles. "Over the years, I’ve always been willing to try new things for a movie, no matter if it’s a challenging stunt or a breakthrough appearance for a character.

"I’ve been in the entertainment business for 62 years and I cherish every moment because I’m lucky I’m still filming today."

Reflecting on reaching the milestone age of 70, Chan shared sentiments of gratitude for the privilege of growing old in an industry renowned for its physical demands.

Jackie Chan pictured at the Beijing International Film Festival in 2023. Credit: VCG / Getty

He wrote: "Even before today, many friends have been reminding me: 'Jackie, it’s going to be your 70th birthday!' Every time I hear this number, my heart would stop for a second - l’m 70 years old already?

"After recovering from the shock, the second thing that would come to my mind is a saying that my big brother, Sammo Hung once said: 'Being able to grow old is a fortunate thing.' Especially for us stunt people, we don’t know how lucky we are to be able to grow old."

With a career spanning an impressive 62 years in the entertainment industry, Chan expressed his deep affection for filmmaking and the cherished memories it has afforded him. "Looking at these photos brings back so many fond memories," he reminisced alongside the carousel displaying joyous moments from his career.

"All I can say is: I love making movies and I love you all," Chan concluded the post. "A big thank you to everyone for all your birthday wishes. Hope everyone stays happy and healthy!"

Amidst the flurry of concern, Chan's reassurance and enduring dedication to his craft serve as a reminder of his indomitable spirit and the fact that legends never die.

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Jackie Chan has surprised fans after he admitted that he won't be leaving any of his $400 million fortune to his children.

Now, Chan has had a long and illustrious career in the entertainment industry which started all the way back in 1962 when he started taking on minor roles in small films. Slowly he progressed to bigger blockbusters, including The Karate Kid, Rush Hour, and Bleeding Steel.

Over that time, he's managed to secure himself a massive fortune, with Forbes estimating that the 68-year-old is now worth a whopping 400 million.

The outlet also added that his films have grossed more than $2.6 billion at the worldwide box office.

Actors Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker in the movie Rush Hour, USA 1998. Credit: Colaimages / Alamy

So with that being said, you would think that his children are guaranteed a somewhat comfortable life, but according to Chan, he won't be leaving a dollar of his fortune to them.

Speaking in his 2015 autobiography Never Grow Up, the Vanguard star explained that he always wanted his son, Jaycee Chan, to work his way up in the world.

Chan wrote all about the instances when he and his son didn’t seem to see eye to eye on things.

Jackie Chan and his son Jaycee Chan in Beijing. Credit: WENN Rights Ltd / Alamy

While growing up, Jaycee was apparently careless with resources like electricity.

The Karate Kid actor revealed that after coming back from L.A., his won would often forget to turn off the electrical appliances of his room.

Writing in the book, he recalled: "Every night, I would see his light on. I went to see what he is up to, but the place was empty."

Chan asked him to stay mindful about switching them off but the young boy blissfully stated that the light made him feel alive so the father-of-two took matters into his own hands.

Chan called an electrician and split the wiring of the house, stating: "From now on, you can pay your own electric bill."

In another moment, the movie star wrote about a time when he and his son were booked onto a flight, with him sitting in first class while the junior was ordered to sit in economy.

"You have no money now, so you sit here," he told him, but his son was upgraded to first class after a stewardess upgraded him.

"You have me as a dad, but other people don't," the iconic actor said, trying to teach his son an important life lesson. "They have to fight their own battles. When you get to sit in first class, because of your own hard work, then that's success."

When talking of his decision not to leave his son any of his money and to donate it all to charity instead he said: "If he is capable, he can make his own money. If he is not, then he will just be wasting mine."

Jaycee Chan (C) stands trial at the Dongcheng District People's Court in Beijing, capital of China. Credit: Xinhua / Alamy

While Jaycee Chan did try and embark on a career in the music industry, he didn't find any major success with his work. And things only got worse in 2014 when he was arrested in China for the possession of marijuana along with Taiwanese actor, Kai Ko.

He pleated guilty to the charge and spent six years in prison before being released in February 2015.

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The John Wick series was a big surprise in a lot of ways. What could have been just another revenge movie turned out to have both incredible action comedy and a unique personality. John Wick 2 doubled down on this strange world of assassins, and it looks like John Wick Chapter 3 is giving us even more of it.

Watch the trailer for John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum

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Keanu Reeves has previously been open about the possibility of another John Wick movie after this one rounds out the trilogy, but nothing has ever been set in stone. Though there has been no official announcement of the sequel to this week's big release, John Wick director Chad Stahelski has hinted that there may be one in the works.

Before the release of Parabellum on Friday, the director took part in a Reddit AMA. As well as claiming he'd "discussed several projects with" Jackie Chan, he also touched on the possibility of a sequel - as long as this one makes enough money at the box office. Then he let something slip, when he was asked which of the John Wick films were the most difficult to make.

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"1 was difficult because we didn’t understand what we wanted to do, quite," the director wrote. "Number 2, we had to map up a whole world we didn’t think of before. 3, how do we expand and get the audience something creative, not just bigger and cooler. Number 4, I’m certain, will be more difficult.”

Stahelski has spoken about the possibility of a fourth John Wick movie before, in an interview with Entertainment Weekly from 2018, in which he said:

"I enjoy making these movies because there’s no limit. We create our own mythology, and we have a studio that both stays out of our way and supports us on the wacky decisions. If people go see the movie, and it makes money, and they came back to us, Keanu and I have ideas for days."

First up, Reeves is going to be starring in another sequel, after he confirmed they're working on a third instalment of Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure.

The actor recently talked about Bill & Ted in an interview with Stephen Colbert

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Stahelski got into the directing game in the first place because of years of work in action movies, even working as the stunt double for Reeves in The Matrix films. In fact, he recently spoke about another rumoured sequel last week, when he confirmed that the Wachowskis were returning to The Matrix movies for a fourth entry.