Police Story 3: Super Cop (1992)

Police Story 3: Super Cop Poster
Original Title: 警察故事 III:超級警察

A Hong Kong detective teams up with his female Red Chinese counterpart to stop a Chinese drug czar.

Overview
"Police Story 3: Super Cop" is a 1992 Hong Kong action-comedy movie directed by Stanley Tong. It is the 3rd sector of the Police Story series starring the renowned Jackie Chan as "Kevin" Chan Ka-Kui, a Hong Kong investigator, and Maggie Cheung as his sweetheart May. The movie likewise presents Michelle Yeoh as "Jessica" Yang, an Interpol officer. The plot features Chan and Yang penetrating a drug trafficking ring in mainland China.

Plot Summary
In "Police Story 3: Super Cop", Detective Kevin Chan Ka-Kui is picked by Interpol because of his flawless performance history to deal with a mission against a drug cartel based in China. He is partnered with mainland security force officer Jessica Yang. Together, they are expected to penetrate the gang by gaining the trust of Panther, a key operative who is in a Malaysian jail.

Chan impersonates a criminal, going through amazing adventures, and eventually saves Panther from jail, consequently making Panther's trust. Concurrently, Chan's sweetheart, May, is uninformed of his objective and believes he is having an affair with Yang. This produces a comedy subplot in the middle of the action.

Main Adventure
As soon as Panther's trust is strongly developed, Chan is introduced to Chaibat, the drug lord. Chaibat tests Chan's commitment with a bank robbery in Vietnam. During this experience, Panther's bro is eliminated by Yang, who also impersonates a criminal, establishing a cover story that he was killed by rival crooks.

Chan, Panther, and Yang are then required to Chaibat's base in the Golden Triangle, where Chaibat's partner, Chen Wen-Shi is imprisoned by corrupt cops officials. Chan and Yang release her in an explosive rescue mission, further sealing their roles within the gang.

Climax
The climax of "Police Story 3: Super Cop" begins as the drug deal proceeds. The duo keeps their cover while covertly aiming to take apart the criminal organization and save the hostages. In an unforeseen twist, May appears, misinterpreting the criminal convocation for an Interpol training camp.

In the taking place mayhem, Chaibat finds the real identities of Chan and Yang. This culminates in a high-octane chase involving a train, a helicopter, and plenty of Jackie Chan's signature action-packed stunts. The film concludes with the successful apprehension of Chaibat and the drug cartel, though not without many near-death experiences and comedic incidents for Chan and group.

Conclusion
"Police Story 3: Super Cop" stands apart for its mix of comedy and high-risk stunts, showcasing Jackie Chan's unique method to action cinema. The introduction of Michelle Yeoh to the series likewise adds a brand-new measurement and boosts the stunt choreography. The movie was a box office success and seriously acclaimed, paving the way for the extension of the entertaining Police Story series.

Top Cast

  • Jackie Chan (small)
    Jackie Chan
    Insp. Chan Ka Kui / Lin Fu Sheng
  • Michelle Yeoh (small)
    Michelle Yeoh
    INTERPOL Insp. Yang Chien Hua / Hannah Lin
  • Maggie Cheung (small)
    Maggie Cheung
    May
  • Kenneth Tsang (small)
    Kenneth Tsang
    Khun Chaibat
  • Yuen Wah (small)
    Yuen Wah
    Panther
  • Bill Tung (small)
    Bill Tung
    'Uncle' Bill Wong
  • Lo Lieh (small)
    Lo Lieh
    The General
  • Mars (small)
    Mars
    Hsiung
  • Josephine Koo (small)
    Josephine Koo
    Ching Wing-xi
  • Kelvin Wong (small)
    Kelvin Wong
    Pierre
  • William Duen (small)
    William Duen
    General's Bodyguard