Action movie iconJackie Chanreturns to the family-friendly action comedy inPanda Plan, and the first trailer for the movie, which finds Chan playing afictionalized version of himself, has now been released. The action outing finds the 70-year-old martial arts maestro poking some fun at himself and his legacy when his skills as an action movie star are needed to save a rare baby panda. You can check out the newly released trailer forPanda Planbelow.
Directed by Zhang Luan (Song of Youth, Give Me Five) and produced by Mandarin Motion Pictures and Wishart Media Co.,Panda Plan(Xiong Mao Ji Hua) findsJackie Chan leading an action comedyonce again. The martial arts legend has become renowned for his work in the genre thanks to the likes ofDrunken Master, Mr. Nice Guy, Police Story, theRush Hourseries, and many more, and it’s great to see him still delivering pitch-perfect physical comedy while throwing punches.
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Panda Planstars the likes of Shi Ce (Hi, Mom), Wei Xiang (Full River Red), Han Yanbo (The Super Family), and Andy Friend (The Wandering Earth 2) alongside Chan. As well as the trailer, you’re able to check out the synopsis for the action comedy below.
“When a Middle Eastern tycoon dispatches mercenaries to snatch baby pandas from the zoo, iconic action star Chan – playing a version of himself – becomes involved to protect the animals at the wildlife park."
Panda Planhas not yet been given a U.S. release, but will debut in China on June 03, 2025.
Jackie Chan Returning to Two of His Most Successful Franchises
Jackie Chan will return to one of his biggest franchises later this year, reprising the role of Mr. Han alongside Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso in the upcomingKarate Kidsequel. After much speculation, it has now been revealed that the upcomingKarate Kidmoviewill star both Macchio and Chan, thus bringing together the two separate franchises.
Macchio will return asThe Karate KidandCobra Kailead Daniel LaRusso, with Chan reprising the role of Mr. Han from the 2010 Jaden Smith-ledThe Karate Kid. While the plot itself remains largely under wraps, reports have claimed that “the latest iteration will bring the story to the East Coast and focus on a teen from China who finds strength and direction via martial arts and a tough but wise mentor.” The teen in question will be played byAmerican Born Chinesestar Ben Wang, who was chosen following an extensive search. Directed by Jonathan Entwistle from a script written by Rob Lieber,Karate Kidis scheduled to be released on June 25, 2025.
AlongsideKarate Kid, Chan could also soon reunite with Chris Tucker forthe long-awaitedRush Hour 4. A recent report fromTHRrevealed that Lionsgate is very interested in bringing the buddy cop franchise back for more, but are deeply concerned about potentially having to work with director Brett Ratner after the filmmaker was accused of sexual misconduct and harassment back in 2017.
The Karate Kid
