Forty years after Jackie Chan first leaped onto screens in Police Story, the action-packed trilogy is back—and sharper than ever! Restored in stunning 4K by Italy’s L'Immagine Ritrovata, the films lit up this year’s Shanghai International Film Festival, drawing fans young and old to relive Chan’s gravity-defying stunts and laugh-out-loud humor.
Dubbed a cornerstone of Hong Kong cinema, the trilogy—Police Story (1985), Police Story 2 (1988), and Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992)—revolutionized action filmmaking. Think Marvel-level thrills, but with Chan’s signature DIY flair (yes, those stunts were real!).
Screened as part of the festival’s celebration of 120 years of Chinese cinema, the 4K versions proved one thing: timeless action doesn’t need a reboot. Crowds cheered as Chan’s iconic mall fight scenes and motorcycle jumps exploded onto the screen—now so crisp, you’ll feel every punch.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a newbie craving retro action gold, this restoration is a must-watch. As one fan put it: 'Jackie’s still the king—no CGI required.'
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