The film helped establish Jackie Chan as a global superstar and paved the way for his Hollywood career. Its influence can also be seen in many other action films and TV shows.

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Jackie Chan, Michelle Yeoh, Maggie Cheung, Ken Tsang, and Yuen Wah.

The partnership starts with friction, as the laidback Hong Kong officer and the stern Chinese policewoman clash on methods, providing both comic relief and the foundation for a brilliant "buddy cop" dynamic.

The film features a mix of action, comedy, and drama, with impressive fight choreography and stunts performed by Jackie Chan. The movie also stars Michelle Yeoh as Fong, a tough and skilled cop who teams up with Chan to take down the villain.

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