Police Story
From the master of action comes more screen excitement than you've ever seen.
1985 • 99 min • Action · Crime · Comedy
Synopsis
Officer Chan Ka Kui manages to put a major Hong Kong drug dealer behind the bars practically alone, after a shooting and an impressive chase inside a slum. Now, he must protect the boss' secretary, Selina, who will testify against the gangster in court.
Our family guide
Best from age 12- 76 Audience · 1086 · 100%
Officer Chan Ka Kui single-handedly apprehends a powerful drug lord, then must protect the boss's secretary, Selina, who is set to testify against him. The film is packed with incredible martial arts, daring stunts, and comedic moments as Chan faces relentless pursuit.
- Violence & peril
- 7/10
- Language
- 2/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 3/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 4/10
Heads up
- Frequent, intense martial arts fighting and stunts
- Characters drink alcohol and smoke cigarettes
- Some peril and chases can be intense
What it models well
- Bravery and self-sacrifice
- Justice and lawfulness
- Protecting the innocent
Talk about it after
- The difference between movie stunts and real-life safety
- The consequences of organized crime
- Why honesty is important, even when difficult
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Top billed cast
Director: Jackie Chan • Crew: Edward Tang, Jackie Chan
Trailers & clips
"No Rehearsal. No Pads. No Second Takes." - How Jackie Chan Risked His Life for POLICE STORY
Mark Kermode reviews Police Story (1985) | BFI Player
Police Story (1985) Original Trailer [FHD]
English Language Export Trailer
Original 1985 Hong Kong Trailer
"A once-in-three-lifetimes chance"
Criterion Trailer
[ Trailer ] 警察故事 ( Police Story ) - Restored Version
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 7.6/10 (1,086)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Box office
- $18,724,000
- Franchise
- Police Story Collection
- IMDb
- tt0089374
