Police Story Collection

The Police Story Collection is a series of six Hong Kong crime-action films, spanning from 1985 to 2013. Directed by Jackie Chan, Stanley Tong, and Benny Chan, and produced by a team including Raymond Chow and Jackie Chan himself, the collection represents a significant body of work within the action genre. The series began with the release of the first film, Police Story, on December 14, 1985, which garnered considerable attention and was considered by fans to be one of Jackie Chan's strongest action performances. Following the initial film's success, five sequels were produced, collectively accumulating a total runtime of 639 minutes and a budget of $58,650,000, with a total revenue of $220,722,753. The films within the collection showcase Chan's signature blend of martial arts, comedy, and elaborate stunts. Police Story (1985), with an IMDb rating of 7.5 and revenue of $187,240,000, is considered a key installment in the series. The collection's financial performance across its six films is detailed in available records. The development of the Police Story series arose after Chan's experience with another director on The Protector, which was intended as his entry into the American film market. The series’ active period lasted for eight years, from 1985 to 2013. The collection provides a comprehensive look at the evolution of a popular action franchise throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries.