🎬 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐮𝐱𝐞𝐝𝐨 (𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟐)

The Tuxedo is a 2002 action-comedy film directed by Kevin Donovan and starring Jackie Chan and Jennifer Love Hewitt. Known for its blend of martial arts, slapstick humor, and spy caper antics, the film offers a lighthearted take on the superhero and secret agent genres.

The story follows Jimmy Tong (Jackie Chan), a humble and skilled taxi driver, who lands a job as the personal chauffeur for the enigmatic and wealthy playboy Clark Devlin (Jason Isaacs). Unbeknownst to Jimmy, Devlin is a secret agent working to thwart a global terrorist plot.

When Devlin is incapacitated after an attack, Jimmy discovers that Devlin’s high-tech tuxedo is no ordinary suit—it grants its wearer extraordinary abilities, including martial arts skills, superhuman agility, and enhanced reflexes. Reluctantly thrust into the world of espionage, Jimmy partners with the ambitious but inexperienced government agent Del Blaine (Jennifer Love Hewitt) to stop a villainous tycoon, Dietrich Banning (Ritchie Coster), who plans to contaminate the world’s water supply.

As Jimmy stumbles his way through the world of spies, the tuxedo becomes his greatest asset—and his biggest challenge. The duo must navigate danger, deception, and their clashing personalities to save the day.

The Tuxedo received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics. While Jackie Chan’s charm and physical comedy were praised, the film’s plot, humor, and tone were criticized as inconsistent and overly reliant on slapstick. Jennifer Love Hewitt’s performance received a lukewarm reception, with some critics noting a lack of chemistry between the leads.

Despite the critical reception, the film performed moderately well at the box office, earning $104 million worldwide against a $60 million budget. It remains a lighthearted entry in Jackie Chan’s filmography, appealing primarily to fans of his comedic action style.