I’ve been a fan of Jackie Chan since my childhood (reason why I chose to go to Marital Arts School). And I’m sure, it’s not just me, the entire movie industry has been stunned by the inspiring stunts that Mr. Jackie has performed in his movies. I remember his breakthrough came with “Snake in the Eagle’s Shadow,” propelling him to international stardom. To let my readers have a taste of his exceptional, jaw-dropping movies, I’ve curated a list of the Best Jackie Chan Movies on Netflix since this platform is available to most of us.
Best Jackie Chan movies on Netflix
Presenting a brief overview of the top Jackie Chan movies currently available on Netflix, carefully curated based on their IMDb ratings:
- Kung Fu Panda (2008) – 7.6/10
- Who Am I (2014) – 7.5/10
- Police Story (1985) – 7.5/10
- Project A (1983) – 7.3/10
- Rush Hour (1998) – 7.0/10
- The Forbidden Kingdom (2008) – 6.5/10
- Chinese Zodiac (2012) – 6.0/10
- Dragon Blade (2015) – 5.9/10
- Around The World In 80 Days (2004) – 5.8/10
- The Tuxedo (2002) – 5.6/10
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Dreamworks Animation brings us the animated masterpiece “Kung Fu Panda,” where we meet Po, an enthusiastic yet overweight panda deeply passionate about Kung Fu, while also helping his father in their noodle shop. To discover the legendary Dragon Warrior, a Kung Fu tournament is arranged by The GrandMaster, who assesses everyone’s powers. The popular belief is that the title will be bestowed upon the likes of the agile mantis, the Furious Five, including a skilled monkey voiced by Jackie Chan, a fierce tigress, and a graceful crane. However, to everyone’s surprise, Po emerges as the chosen Dragon Warrior, but he must endure a challenging journey to prove his worthiness.
- IMDb rating: 7.6/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 87%
- Runtime: 1h 32 m
- Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure
- Starring cast: Jackie Chan (Passepartout), Steve Coogan (Phileas Fogg), Jim Broadbent (Lord Kelvin)
Who Am I? (2014)
As the plot unfolds in this movie, you won’t just start questioning the identities of the characters, but you’ll start questioning your own identity “Who Am I?” A nobody, Benjamin (Tom Schilling) is unnoticeable. When he meets charming Max (Elyas M’Barek), this dramatically changes. Despite their apparent differences, they have a common passion for hacking. They create the subjective hacking collective CLAY (CLOWNS LAUGHING @ YOU) with Max’s buddies, the impetuous Stephan (Wotan Wilke Mohring), and the paranoid Paul (Antoine Monot). CLAY incites with humorous campaigns and represents an entire generation.
Benjamin feels a part of something for the first time in his life, and even lovely Marie (Hannah Herzsprung) recognizes him. But when CLAY turns up on the BKA’s (Bundeskriminalamt, Federal Criminal Police Office) and Europol’s most wanted list, amusement turns into a life-threatening threat. Trine Dyrholm’s Hanne Lindberg, a cybercrime detective, is after Benjamin, who is no longer a nobody. This exhilarating and mind-bending cinematic experience will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.
- IMDb rating: 7.5/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: NA
- Runtime: 1h 42m
- Genre: Crime, Drama, Mystery
- Starring cast: Tom Schilling (Benjamin), Elyas M’Barek (Max), Wotan Wilke (Stephan)
Police Story (1985)
Police Story, a gripping 1985 Hong Kong action crime thriller, revolves around a determined police detective assigned with the challenging mission of apprehending a notorious crime lord and his entire gang. Jackie Chan finds himself entangled in a series of thrilling pursuits, intense shootouts, and jaw-dropping stunts as he relentlessly pursues his objective, ultimately achieving success in the face of adversity.
- IMDb rating: 7.5/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
- Runtime: 1h 40m
- Genre: Comedy, Action, Crime
- Starring cast: Maggie Cheung (May), Brigitte Lin (Selina Fong), Jackie Chan (Chan Ka Kui)
Project A (1983)
You’ll witness Jackie Chan breaking away from the traditional Kung Fu portal in this movie and you’ll surely be amazed by it because we definitely were. Set in the 1980s during the British rule over Hong Kong, the movie portrays a scenario where pirates continue to assert their dominance over the oceans despite the colonial presence. Assigned to counter the pirates, some coast guards find success in concealing their actions through bribery of government officials. In this enthralling tale, Jackie Chan takes on the role of Sergeant Dragon Ma, determined to eradicate the pirates despite their relentless attempts to thwart his plans.
- IMDb rating: 7.3/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 77%
- Runtime: 1h 45m
- Genre: Action, Comedy
- Starring cast: Biao Yuen (Captain Tzu), Sammo Kam (Fei), Jackie Chan (Sergeant Dragon)
Rush Hour (1998)
Rush Hour is an action-packed comedy featuring the dynamic duo of Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan. A Chinese diplomat asks Hong Kong Detective Inspector Lee (Jackie Chan) to help the FBI with the investigation after his daughter is abducted in Los Angeles.
However, the FBI has no interest in working with Lee, so they give him to the LAPD, who appoints witty Detective James Carter (Chris Tucker) to keep an eye on him. Despite their dislike for one another, Lee and Carter decide to cooperate in order to crack the case on their own after discovering that the FBI and police have abandoned them.
- IMDb rating: 7.0/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 62%
- Runtime: 1h 38m
- Genre: Comedy, Action, Crime
- Starring cast: Chris Tucker (Carter), Ken Leung (Sang), Jackie Chan (Lee)
The Forbidden Kingdom (2008)
What will you do if you find a lost weapon from a warrior someday? I might decide to fight all the evil in the world then. Thats the story shown in The Forbidden Kingdom. The fabled stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King, is found in a Chinatown pawnshop by an American kid who is enamored with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics. The young man unexpectedly finds himself flying to ancient China with the lost artifact in hand to join a group of warriors from martial arts legend on a perilous mission to release the captured Monkey King.
- IMDb rating: 6.5/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 63%
- Runtime: 1h 44m
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy
- Starring cast: Jet Li (The Monkey King), Michael Angarano (Jason), Jackie Chan (Lu Yan)
Chinese Zodiac (2012)
I can proudly say, that this movie had me on the edge of my seat throughout and I couldn’t stop myself talking about it for days. The bronze heads of the 12 Chinese Zodiac animals that were taken by foreigners in the 1800s are among the lost items from the Old Summer Palace that Asian Hawk (Jackie Chan) is leading a mercenary team to rescue. Hawk will do whatever it takes to complete the assignment, with the assistance of a Chinese student and a Parisian woman.
- IMDb rating: 6.0/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 25%
- Runtime: 1h 49m
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
- Starring cast: Tom Schilling (Benjamin), Elyas M’Barek (Max), Wotan Wilke (Stephan)
Dragon Blade (2015)
If you want to get transported to China visually then this movie is highly recommended. Huo An and his band of skilled warriors join forces with an elite legion of defections led by General Lucius to preserve the delicate balance of power in the region when corrupt Roman leader Tiberius arrives with a massive army to conquer the Silk Road. Huo An assembles the warriors of 36 ethnic groups to combat Tiberius in an amazing, epic battle in order to defend his nation and his new companions.
- IMDb rating: 5.9/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 36%
- Runtime: 2h 7m
- Genre: Action, Drama, Fantasy
- Starring cast: John Cusack (Lucius), Adrien Brody (Tiberius), Jackie Chan (Huo An)
Around the world in 80 days (2004)
An inventor named Phileas Fogg (Steve Coogan) lives in Victorian England. He thinks it will take him 80 days to circle the globe. When Jim Broadbent, another innovator, challenges him to go, Phileas accepts. Passepartout (Jackie Chan), Phileas’ devoted manservant, and Monique (Cécile de France), a stunning navigator, travel with him on his expedition. Passepartout’s martial arts prowess and a variety of modes of transportation are used as the trio sets out on a transoceanic journey.
- IMDb rating: 5.8/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 32%
- Runtime: 2h
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
- Starring cast: Steve Coogan (Phileas Fogg), Jim Broadbent (Lord Kelvin), Jackie Chan (Passepartout)
The Tuxedo (2002)
What we absolutely loved about this movie was the humor that was shown by the starring cast. Prior to Clark Devlin’s injury that landed him in the hospital, Jimmy Tong was merely a menial chauffeur for the millionaire. When Tong returns to get some items for Devlin, she accidentally puts on Devlin’s tuxedo and discovers that it endows wearers with remarkable abilities. With the help of his novice partner, Tong is thrown into the realm of espionage and international intrigue as a result of this finding.
- IMDb rating: 5.4/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 21%
- Runtime: 1h 38m
- Genre: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi
- Starring cast: Jackie Chan (Jimmy Tong), Jennifer Love (Del Blaine), Jason Isaacs (Clark Devlin)
Conclusion
To sum up, Netflix presents an impressive array of Jackie Chan movies that highlight his exceptional skills, charm, and expertise in action-comedy. Whether you’re familiar with his early classics or new to his work, the platform offers a chance to delve into the realm of this iconic martial artist. With heart-stopping stunts, exhilarating fight scenes, and delightful humor, Jackie Chan’s films on Netflix guarantee non-stop entertainment. So, prepare your snacks, relax, and indulge in the ultimate Jackie Chan movie experience available on Netflix for an exciting and laughter-filled movie marathon.
