Jackie Chan Fans, Donald Trump Requests RUSH HOUR 4 Film to Be Continued

Kapanlagi.com - The sequel RUSH HOUR 4 is finally continuing after a long delay. Reports indicate that this project was pushed by the intervention of President Donald Trump, who requested the studio to revive the film.

Paramount is now preparing to be the distributor for the release of RUSH HOUR 4, while director Brett Ratner is confirmed to return after a long absence. Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker will also return as the iconic duo that has brought this franchise to the world.

The decision to continue this film also serves as a momentum for Paramount, which is expanding its annual release line after merging with Skydance. With so much dynamics behind the scenes, the development of RUSH HOUR 4 has become one of the most talked-about Hollywood projects at the moment. Check out more information below.

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1. RUSH HOUR 4 Project Reopened at the Urging of Donald Trump

Donald Trump Requests RUSH HOUR 4 Film to Be Continued (credit: imdb)

The decision to revive RUSH HOUR 4 was reportedly influenced by a direct request from Donald Trump, who wanted the film to continue. This was first reported by Semafor as part of Trump’s push for projects he favors.

Paramount agreed to distribute the film. The project then returned to the development track after being stalled for a long time.

2. Brett Ratner Returns to Direct

Brett Ratner, who previously directed the first three RUSH HOUR films, has been trusted again to lead the fourth film. He returns after his career was halted in 2017.

Ratner is said to have grown closer to the Trump family after working on the MELANIA documentary. The documentary was purchased by Amazon for a substantial amount, which further strengthened his position in the film industry.

3. Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker Reunite Again

Donald Trump Requests RUSH HOUR 4 Film to Be Continued (credit: imdb)

RUSH HOUR 4 marks the reunion of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker after their last film in 2007. Both return to bring back the iconic characters that once propelled this franchise to the top of the box office.

However, Jackie Chan's age, now 71, is a highlight in the development of this film. Meanwhile, Chris Tucker has not starred in any other films since RUSH HOUR 3.

4. Paramount Only Distributes, Warner Bros Still Holds Revenue Share

In the development of this film, Paramount is only assigned as the distributor and does not bear the marketing or production costs. Warner Bros continues to receive gross revenue, giving them a percentage of the earnings earlier from the box office.

Several studios were previously offered to handle this film. However, many declined.

5. The Challenges of the Comedy Film Market and Paramount's Expansion Targets

Donald Trump Asks for RUSH HOUR 4 to Be Continued (credit: imdb)

The RUSH HOUR franchise once achieved global success with hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue. However, the comedy trend at the box office is now declining, making the success of the fourth film a big question mark.

Paramount, recently acquired by Skydance, is aiming to increase its annual releases to 18 films by 2028. Trump even praised David Ellison as the new head of Paramount, who is seen as capable of driving the studio more aggressively.

6. Questions About RUSH HOUR 4

Q: Are Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker confirmed to return for RUSH HOUR 4?
A: Both are confirmed to reprise their iconic characters for the fourth film.

Q: Why is Donald Trump involved in the production process of RUSH HOUR 4?
A: He is said to be a fan of Jackie Chan and has requested that the franchise be revived.

Q: What is the reason some studios refuse to get involved in this project?
A: The presence of Brett Ratner, who was previously embroiled in a #MeToo case, has made several studios reluctant to participate.

Q: Is Paramount funding the production of RUSH HOUR 4?
A: No, because Paramount is only serving as the distributor and is not covering production or marketing costs.

Q: When will RUSH HOUR 4 be released?
A: The release schedule has not been determined as the production process is still in the early stages.

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