The Tuxedo
Director: Kevin Donovan
Actors: Jackie Chan, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Jason Isaacs
PlotJimmy Tong is a genial and unassuming taxi driver whose life takes a sudden turn when he is hired as a chauffeur for the wealthy and enigmatic Clark Devlin. Devlin, unbeknownst to Jimmy, leads a secret life as a spy. After Devlin is sidelined by an unforeseen incident that leaves him incapacitated, Jimmy stumbles upon Devlin's secret weapon: a high-tech tuxedo with astonishing capabilities. The tuxedo, an advanced piece of technology, grants its wearer extraordinary abilities such as enhanced agility, strength, and combat skills. When Jimmy dons the tuxedo, he inadvertently finds himself thrust into the world of espionage with its perils and mysteries.
His unintended involvement in the spy world leads him to partner with Del Blaine, a sharp and determined rookie agent who is initially skeptical of Jimmy's abilities and motives. Together, they must decipher the clues left by Devlin to thwart the sinister plans of Dietrich Banning, a villainous mastermind with an ecological front carrying hidden deadly intentions. As Jimmy navigates this unexpected role with the aid of the tuxedo, he must balance his own identity with the pressure of acting like an experienced spy, all while discovering true potential within himself. The duo's journey is filled with challenging obstacles and comedic mishaps that test their ability to work together.
Writers: Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi, Michael J. Wilson
Release Date: 27 Sep 2002
Runtime: 98 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English, Cantonese
Home Video Reviews
Despite its entertaining moments and a strong performance by Jackie Chan, The Tuxedo suffers from a weak story and forgettable characters, though the Paramount Blu-ray offers impressive audio-visual quality and some enticing extras.
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