Jackie Chan Rush Hour 4 is officially moving forward, with production gathering significant momentum thanks to a reported nine-figure budget. The new installment, starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, is set to break records with financial backing reaching over $100 million, and features international investments including support from Saudi Arabia.
Massive Budget Revealed for Upcoming Sequel
Industry insider Kim Masters has disclosed that the budget for the latest Rush Hour film has surpassed $100 million, an exceptionally high number for the franchise and for comedy-action movies overall. Part of this expansive funding is coming from Saudi investors, secured through negotiations led by producer Tarak Ben Ammar, while Paramount oversees production of the film.
To clarify the details circulating online, director Brett Ratner responded directly to questions about who is behind the financial wheel. In a recent text statement, Ratner addressed the speculation regarding Melania Trump’s company:
“Muse Films is absolutely not involved in Rush Hour 4,”
— Brett Ratner, Director. Ratner reinforced,
“What a ridiculous assumption that Muse Films is producing. Tarak is the producer and financier, and I am not privy to the details of his conversations. The budget is over 100m. Happy Holidays.”
— Brett Ratner, Director.
Hollywood Dynamics and International Deals Shape the Film
Following a period of uncertainty caused by sexual assault allegations against Brett Ratner, the Rush Hour 4 project was left in a state of suspension. However, renewed studio interests, including the involvement of studio executives and stakeholders like former President Donald Trump and Oracle’s Larry Ellison, have played a part in getting the film back on track. Larry’s son, David Ellison, serves as the new chairman and CEO of Paramount Skydance, providing additional clout to the project.
Paramount struck an exclusive deal with Warner Bros., the studio home to the earlier movies. In this arrangement, Warner Bros. will reportedly obtain a generous double-digit percentage as a distribution fee, further complicating the network of financial interests involved. Producer Tarak Ben Ammar’s facilitation of Saudi financing has also been key to launching this sequel.
Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker Return to Beloved Franchise
Studio executives have been informed by Ratner that both Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker are committed to reprising their iconic roles. The franchise remains centered on Chief Inspector Lee (Chan), a member of the Hong Kong Police Force, and Detective James Carter (Tucker) from the Los Angeles Police Department, continuing the formula that made the original movies global successes.
The buddy cop series has built a lasting legacy since its 1998 debut, expanding with two sequels in 2001 and 2007. Together, the three films grossed over $850 million worldwide, cementing their place in action-comedy history. Rush Hour 4 now aims to revitalize this legacy for a new generation, though its controversial director and the tangled web of studio, financial, and political interests may influence both anticipation and reception.
As production gears up, all eyes are on Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, Brett Ratner, and the financial players shaping this high-stakes Hollywood comeback.
