Rush Hour
Directed by Brett Ratner · 1998 ·
Is Rush Hour worth watching?
Yes. Rush Hour (1998) earns a 64% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (78%) responded more warmly than critics (61%). See the 4 inputs.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- fuboTV
- Paramount+
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Rush Hour by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | Hulu, U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max |
| United States | fuboTV, Paramount+ |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (61/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (78%).
- Celluloid Score 64% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Rush Hour worth watching?
Yes — Rush Hour earns a 64% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it.
Celluloid verdict
Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker’s buddy-cop classic — the crossover that made Chan a late-’90s Hollywood institution.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (78%) responded more warmly than critics (61%).
What is Rush Hour about?
When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves.
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Rush Hour: frequently asked questions
Is Rush Hour worth watching?
Yes. Rush Hour (1998) has a Celluloid Score of 64%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Rush Hour?
In the United States, Rush Hour streams on fuboTV, Paramount+ with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; HBO Max in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Rush Hour?
Rush Hour runs 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).
What is Rush Hour rated?
Rush Hour is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia, 14A in Canada and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Rush Hour?
Rush Hour is directed by Brett Ratner and stars Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, Tom Wilkinson, Philip Baker Hall, Elizabeth Peña.
What is the Metascore for Rush Hour?
Metacritic's Metascore for Rush Hour is 60 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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