"The Forbidden Kingdom" is a 2008 fantasy martial arts film directed by Rob Minkoff. It is a Chinese-American production that brings together two iconic martial arts stars, Jackie Chan and Jet Li, in leading roles. The film combines elements of martial arts, fantasy, and adventure.
The story follows a teenager named Jason Tripitikas (played by Michael Angarano), who is transported back in time to ancient China. There, he embarks on a quest to return a mystical staff to its rightful owner, the Monkey King. Along the way, he is guided by a kung fu master named Lu Yan (Jackie Chan) and encounters a silent monk (Jet Li) and a warrior seeking revenge (Yifei Liu).
"The Forbidden Kingdom" is notable for being one of the first films to feature Jackie Chan and Jet Li in major roles together. The movie received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its action sequences and the performances of the lead actors. It's particularly appreciated by fans of martial arts cinema who enjoy seeing these two legendary actors sharing the screen.