description Shanghai Noon Overview
Shanghai Noon is a 2000 comedy-western movie starring Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson. The film uniquely combines traditional martial arts action with classic western tropes creating an entertaining buddy cop narrative. It’s notable for its cross-cultural pairings and humorous situations. This movie appeals to audiences who enjoy action comedies and appreciate the blending of different cinematic styles.
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info Shanghai Noon Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2000 |
help Shanghai Noon FAQ
Why does Chon Wang travel from China to the American West?
Chon Wang joins an Imperial Guard mission to rescue Princess Pei-Pei after she is taken from the Forbidden City. The journey brings him into an uneasy partnership with outlaw Roy O'Bannon.
Did Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson perform their own action scenes in Shanghai Noon?
Jackie Chan performs the film's signature martial-arts comedy, including fights built around Western objects and locations. Owen Wilson's Roy contributes gunplay and verbal comedy, creating a deliberate contrast with Chan's physical style.
Where was Shanghai Noon filmed?
Although the story crosses Nevada and the American frontier, substantial filming took place in Alberta, Canada. The production used locations around Calgary and the Canadian Rockies to create its Western landscapes.
What is the follow-up movie to Shanghai Noon?
Jackie Chan and Owen Wilson returned for Shanghai Knights in 2003. That sequel moves Chon Wang and Roy O'Bannon to Victorian London and gives Chon's sister Lin a major role.
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