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Rush Hour 2

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50% Tomatometer 127 Reviews 74% Popcornmeter 250,000+ Ratings
After an explosion at the US Embassy in Hong Kong kills two customs agents investigating currency smuggling, Inspector Lee (Jackie Chan) and James Carter (Chris Tucker) search for the mastermind. Ricky Tan (John Lone), head of the Fu-Cang-Long Triad, sends out his minions to ensure that Carter and Lee don't solve the case.
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Critics Consensus

Rush Hour 2 doesn't feel as fresh or funny as the first, and the stunts lack some of the intricacy normally seen in Chan's films.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media Dec 28, 2010
3/5
Less compelling than the first, but fun for fans. Go to Full Review Steven D. Greydanus Decent Films May 9, 2002
C+
Follows so closely in the footsteps of its hugely successful predecessor that an actual review is practically unnecessary. Go to Full Review Peter Travers Rolling Stone Aug 9, 2001
4/5
The whole film plays like an outtake, and that I do mean as a compliment. Go to Full Review Dan DiNicola The Daily Gazette (Schenectady, NY) Apr 30, 2024
C+
Despite the presence of the terrific Zhang Ziyi as the dark lady, the movie cannot escape its stale "I Spy" trap of Formula. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Aug 14, 2023
1.5/4
With the freshness of the high-concept hook exhausted, little remains except some tired comic routines, OK action sequences, and a distasteful prejudice toward Asians. Go to Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins Nov 9, 2020
5/10
Though fun, lighthearted, and action-packed, this sequel appears largely interchangeable with its predecessor. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Jaime B @Jimmy393 3 hrs ago Rush hour 2 is so good See more Musa A @doodleflame Aug 29, 2026 Literally one of the funniest movie's I've seen, and amazing chemistry between the leads! The pinnacle of the trilogy. See more Bruce F @MoralMaster Aug 10, 2026 A great sequel there chemistry is perfect good fight scenes nice funny moments the dynamic is just right between them See more Jason R @JasonLovesMoviesForever Aug 6, 2026 Hilarious movie and good martial arts action! See more Brandon H @thebrandonjhelms Aug 1, 2026 I think this is probably the best out of the trilogy. It is more refined from the first one. The jokes are more funny and there is even more action. I think these movies will always be in my heart as I would always rewatch these movies with my grandma when I was growing up. See more Josue P @RT26164816 May 19, 2026 Rush Hour 2 combines speedy action with large cities shot in very aggressive cinematography to produce an energy that would be impossible if it were not a cinematic aesthetic. With dynamic camera angles, vivid cityscapes and rapid-fire editing that accentuate the comedy as well as the martial arts scenes, many of which keep moving. With a mix of humor, choreography of action beats and ultimate slick lighting, the movie offers an entertaining visual aesthetic that invokes the best vibes of early 2000s action-comedy cinema. See more Read all reviews
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Brett Ratner

Director

Jackie Chan

Lee

Chris Tucker

Carter

John Lone

Ricky Tan

Zhang Ziyi

Hu Li

Roselyn Sanchez

Isabella

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Rush Hour 2

(L-R) Chris Tucker, Roselyn Sánchez and Jackie Chan in "Rush Hour 2." Chris Tucker stars in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Chris Tucker (left), Director Brett Ratner and Jackie Chan on the set of New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Chris Tucker (left) and Jackie Chan star in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Zhang Ziyi stars in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Chris Tucker (left) and Jackie Chan star in New Line Cinema's Rush Hour 2. Jackie chan (left) and Chris Tucker star in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Director Brett Ratner on the set of New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Jackie Chan (left) and Chris Tucker star in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. Zhang Ziyi stars in New Line Cinema's action-comedy Rush Hour 2. View more photos

Movie Info

Synopsis After an explosion at the US Embassy in Hong Kong kills two customs agents investigating currency smuggling, Inspector Lee (Jackie Chan) and James Carter (Chris Tucker) search for the mastermind. Ricky Tan (John Lone), head of the Fu-Cang-Long Triad, sends out his minions to ensure that Carter and Lee don't solve the case.
Director
Brett Ratner
Producer
Roger Birnbaum, Jonathan Glickman, Jay Stern, Arthur M. Sarkissian
Screenwriter
Ross LaManna, Jeff Nathanson
Distributor
New Line Cinema
Production Co
New Line Cinema, Spyglass Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Language|Action/Violence|Sexual Material)
Genre
Action, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 3, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 11, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$226.1M
Runtime
1h 30m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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