2000’s Shanghai Noon, an American-Chinese western that paired the overly talkative outlaw Roy O’Bannon (Wilson) with the loyal member of the Chinese Imperial Guard Chon Wang (Chan) in a story that involved them rescuing a princess, was enough of a hit to warrant a sequel. Three years later, Shanghai Knights hit theaters, earning slightly more than the original.
Last year, Chan spoke with Den of Geek, and while he’s said in multiple interviews he’s done with big action films (he’s in his 60s), he’s in talks to return or join several major franchises, from Expendables 4and Rush Hour 4 to Karate Kid 2 and yes, Shanghai Dawn. At the time, he just said “in talks” but according to Tracking Board‘s new report, MGM is actually now moving forward with the sequel to Shanghai Knights.
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