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Rush Hour 4 Paramount Deal: Key Buzz
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Rush Hour 4 Paramount distribution seals revival with Brett Ratner directing Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker.
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Trump urged Larry Ellison for Rush Hour 4 cast reunion amid Ratner's comeback post-#MeToo.
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Warner Bros. funds; Paramount takes flat fee, no marketing costs for Rush Hour 4.
Hey movie fans, do you remember those amazing chases between Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan? Thanks to an odd White House push, Rush Hour 4 is making a comeback after almost 20 years. What is the true story behind this franchise makeover? Paramount is stepping in to distribute. Get ready to dive into the drama, agreements, and arguments rocking Hollywood.
The Unlikely Reviva
Imagine this: Following the election, President Donald Trump talks with tech tycoon Larry Ellison, the father of Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison, about remaking Rush Hour. According to reports, Trump personally encouraged Brett Ratner to direct Rush Hour 4, bringing Chan and Tucker back together. Variety and Hollywood Reporter report that Paramount is sealing the distribution agreement, but Warner Bros. will get first dollar revenue and Paramount won't finance or market only a single price. This is repeated by Deadline, which emphasises Warner Bros.' licensing rights following years of delays. Despite being dismissed due to charges of sexual misconduct in 2017, Ratner's reappearance is highlighted by AP News.
Details differ between sources: Actionewz claims that Paramount's deal is complete and that no funding is required. The Guardian links it to Ratner's Melania Trump document and Trump's Paramount lawsuit settlement. Ratner's directorial role is confirmed by Forbes, with a release date of late 2026–early 2027. Although studios haven't released any formal statements yet, insiders believe pre-production is under progress.
Fan Frenzy and Backlash
Exploding X posts on social media, such as "Trump approves Rush Hour 4? Do we comprehend what he is saying? Thousands of people enjoy "😂 #RushHour4." Discussion in Reddit's r/movies threads: "Will Ratner direct once more? "Tucker-Chan magic > drama, let's go!" against "hard pass post-#MeToo" Tucker's "Do you understand the words?" statement is used in viral memes to disparage Trump.
Hollywood Shake-Up
Consider Marvel's leak problems or the recent studio mergers to see that this is not unique. Although Paramount is protected from the Ratner controversy by their low-risk fee structure, #MeToo discussions are reignited. Forbes cautions that while it can increase memories at the box office (the first trilogy brought in $900 million), it might turn off viewers. Ratner's connections to Trump's Melania document present moral issues. See why fans want more in our [Rush Hour trilogy recap](/rush-hour-retrospective).
What's Next for Rush Hour 4?
Will Trump's push create excitement or fail in the face of criticism? Ratner's return might fill theatres with fans from the 1990s, but younger audiences might pass. Soon, there will be casting rumours about any new cast members for Rush Hour 4. This political-Hollywood mash-up screams "blockbuster or bust," so stay tuned.
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