Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker have reportedly turned down initial offers to return for Rush Hour 4, leading to significant production delays. The duo was offered $8 million each for the sequel, a sharp decline from the approximately $20 million they earned for the franchise’s third installment.
According to Puck News, beyond salary disputes, the project faces logistical hurdles. Filming was originally planned for spring, but production is now pushed to September 2026 at the earliest.
Last year, President Trump used his executive influence to get Paramount to green-light a fourth installment of the franchise starring Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan.
Journalist Matthew Belloni had the scoop, revealing that Trump worked on behalf of Director Brett Ratner to give the film legs and revive the franchise. For some background, Ratner was involved in a documentary on Melania Trump.
Ratner is on board to direct, and Chan and Tucker are reportedly on board, according to Variety.