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In fact, thats one of his staple features.
In many of Chans greatest moments, he is usually the underdog operating at a disadvantage.
The thrill of his work is watching Chans characters overcome novel obstacles.
In celebration of Jackie Chans iconic career, below we collect 32 of the greatest moments of his career.
In a handful of retrospective interviews, Chan humorously recalls being legitimately hurt by Lee during filming.
(Hey, someones gotta take photos of the treasures!)
The Accidental Spy isnt one of Chans best movies, but its undeniably one of his most fun.
Its simply one of Chans best fight scenes, on levels both technical and artistic.
Ever see a guy use a refrigerator as a weapon?
Thanks to Jackie Chan, now we can.
When I told them to go on YouTube and watch this fight scene, they were speechless.
No Shoes, No Service (Who Am I?)
He plays an onscreen role in Chans 1999 action rom-com Gorgeous, as the villains chief muscle.
Its kind of a recurring thing, actually.
Again, for Jackie Chan, this is a Tuesday.
Chan is celebrated as a physical performer, but it really doesnt take much to tell an interesting story.
Factory Fight (Miracles)
By 1989, Jackie Chan had matured enough as a filmmaker to make Miracles.
Brutal as it is buoyant, Miracles shows off all the ways that make Chan so special.
Its because it lets Jackie Chan simply be the coolest guy youve ever seen.
The Clocktower Fall (Project A)
Jackie Chan is no stranger to falling from dangerous heights.
But that doesnt mean it isnt impressive, and downright frightening, every time he does it.
To watch it in motion is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
Behind the scenes, Chan spent weeks building up his courage to shoot the stunt.
He performed it three times, and almost broke his neck while doing so.
Truly, Jackie Chan has never looked better.
Catching the Bus (Police Story)
Let Jackie Chan inspire us all to maintain good cardio.
One of Chans most impressive stunts in the movie involves a moving, full-sized passenger bus.
I Said I Dont Want Trouble!
(Rush Hour)
Jackie Chan is good with his fists, but sometimes hes better with his wit.
With Carter getting information, Chan is left on his own.
After an unfortunate use of some very poorly chosen words, Chan starts brawling with the other patrons.
But Rush Hour is all about how hilarious cultural differences can be.
Monks, Amazons, Oh My!
Surely Chan must have hurt himself while filming it.
Watch the blooper reel.)
Bar Room Brawl (Project A)
Who doesnt love a good bar fight?
While Chan has faced off with many legendary martial artists, Urquidez is on a whole other level.
(See his roundhouse kick that blows out the candles?
That was real.)
In the end, Chans character realizes what it will take to best his opponent.
For Jackie Chan, his permanence came in Police Story.
The stunt alone is proof of Chans iron determination to put on the greatest show youve ever seen.
