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helen147
Critic Helen O'Hara
rated 6

It feels like it should have happened before, but this really is the first collaboration between Jackie Chan and Jet Li, and everything else in this fun but supremely silly kung fu romp is overshadowed by that fact.

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Cast & Crew

Rob Minkoff
Director
Jackie Chan
As Old Hop / Lu Yan
Jet Li
As The Silent Monk / The Monkey King
Collin Chou
As Jade Warlord
Michael Angarano
As Jason Tripitikas
Li Bingbing
As Ni Chang a.k.a White-Haired Witch

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"The Forbidden Kingdom" takes you on an unforgettable adventure through ancient China, where martial arts and magic reign supreme. Join Jason, a young American fan of Hong Kong action movies, as he discovers a mysterious staff that transports him back in time to the realm of the Monkey King. With the help of Lu Yan, a wise kung fu master, and a band of misfit warriors, Jason must free the Monkey King from the powerful Jade Warlord and learn the true precepts of kung fu. Along the way, he encounters breathtaking battles, stunning scenery, and unforgettable characters that will leave you cheering for more. Don't miss this thrilling epic adventure that brings together Jackie Chan and Jet Li for the first time on screen!

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The Forbidden Kingdom was released in theaters on July 11, 2008.

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The Forbidden Kingdom was released for streaming on July 11, 2008.