Police Story15

Directed by Jackie Chan | Hong Kong | 1985 | 1h 36m | Cantonese w/ English subtitles | Starring Jackie Chan, Maggie Cheung, Brigitte Lin, Yuen Chor, Bill Tung

After single-handedly bringing down a notorious drug lord, a Hong Kong police officer must not only protect the key witness for the prosecution but also clear his name after being framed for murder. Blending intense cop drama, playful slapstick comedy, and some of the most daring stunts ever captured on film, Police Story introduced Jackie Chan to the world and cemented his status as an international superstar.

See Police Story alongside 1980s martial arts classic Yes, Madam! – buy a ticket to our Hong Kong Cops Double Feature showing at 6pm on Saturday 16th November. Click here.

This screening is part of the BFI’s national Art Of Action tour. For more information go to: https://www.bfiartofaction.co.uk/home

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We showed Police Story between November 16, 2024 and November 16, 2024.

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Tomorrow (Saturday 6th June)

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