Rush Hour 4 Revived: Trump's Intervention Secures Studio Backing for Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan's Sequel
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After years of uncertainty, Rush Hour 4 is officially back on track, with Paramount Pictures and Warner Bros. on board to distribute the highly anticipated sequel. The film's revival can be attributed to the efforts of filmmaker Brett Ratner, who has been trying to revive the franchise since stepping away from Hollywood amid allegations of misconduct. Ratner's recent documentary on Melania Trump, backed by Amazon MGM Studios, is set to release in January. However, what sparked the renewed interest in Rush Hour 4 was reportedly an intervention by former US President Donald Trump. Trump, an ally of Ratner, lobbied his friend Larry Ellison, the principal shareholder of Paramount Skydance, to secure funding and distribution for the film. This move comes as part of Trump's broader push to promote 'traditional masculinity' in Hollywood, a campaign that has seen the appointment of Sylvester Stallone, Jon Voight, and Mel Gibson as informal ambassadors to the industry. The original Rush Hour trilogy, starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, grossed over $850 million globally, making it a massive box-office draw, especially in China. Chan, who was promoting Karate Kid: Legends earlier this year, joked that if Rush Hour 4 doesn't happen soon, he and Tucker will be too old to star in the film. With Rush Hour 4 now back in motion, fans can look forward to the reunion of the beloved duo, but the controversy surrounding Brett Ratner's past and Trump's involvement may raise questions about the film's reception and impact.
