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Where to watch the Rush Hour films in order

The Rush Hour franchise is an action, comedy and crime series of 3 films released between 1998 and 2007. It runs from Rush Hour (1998) to Rush Hour 3 (2007), and this guide lays out every film in the order to watch it, with where each one streams in India.

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films
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1998–2007
release span
4h 37m
watch time
PG-13
age rating
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Rush Hour
Rush Hour 2
Rush Hour 3
Where to watch in India

None of the 3 Rush Hour films are on an Indian OTT subscription right now — each is available to rent or buy from digital stores.

The Rush Hour franchise, explained

The series reviews well overall: its 3 rated films average 6.8 on TMDB, peaking at 7.1 for Rush Hour (1998) and dropping to 6.5 for Rush Hour 3 (2007).

Watched back to back, the films add up to about 4h 37m of screen time. The toughest age rating across the franchise is PG-13, so plan the saga accordingly.

This guide lists every film in release order with its India streaming home, so you always know what to watch next and where. We refresh availability as titles move between platforms.

How to watch the Rush Hour films in order

The clearest way through the Rush Hour franchise is release order — the sequence the films came out in. Begin with Rush Hour (1998) and finish on Rush Hour 3 (2007). Back to back, the full binge runs about 4h 37m.

3 films, in release order

  1. 1
    The film that started the franchise — and its highest-rated.

    Rush Hour

    19987.11h 37mMoviePG-13

    The fastest hands in the East meet the biggest mouth in the West.

    Director: Brett Ratner

    Cast: Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, Tom Wilkinson, Philip Baker Hall

    Streaming in India

    When Hong Kong Inspector Lee is summoned to Los Angeles to investigate a kidnapping, the FBI doesn't want any outside help and assigns cocky LAPD Detective James Carter to distract Lee from the case. Not content to watch the action from the sidelines, Lee and Carter form an unlikely partnership and investigate the case themselves.

    ActionComedyCrime
  2. 2
    The second film in the franchise.

    Rush Hour 2

    20016.81h 30mMoviePG-13

    Get ready for a second Rush!

    Director: Brett Ratner

    Cast: Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, John Lone, Roselyn Sánchez

    Streaming in India

    It's vacation time for Carter as he finds himself alongside Lee in Hong Kong wishing for more excitement. While Carter wants to party and meet the ladies, Lee is out to track down a Triad gang lord who may be responsible for killing two men at the American Embassy. Things get complicated as the pair stumble onto a counterfeiting plot. The boys are soon up to their necks in fist fights and life-threatening situations. A trip back to the U.S. may provide the answers about the bombing, the counterfeiting, and the true allegiance of sexy customs agent Isabella.

    ActionComedyCrime
  3. 3
    The most recent film — and its lowest-rated.

    Rush Hour 3

    20076.51h 30mMoviePG-13

    The rush is on!

    Director: Brett Ratner

    Cast: Jackie Chan, Chris Tucker, Hiroyuki Sanada, Max von Sydow

    Streaming in India

    After a botched assassination attempt, the mismatched duo finds themselves in Paris, struggling to retrieve a precious list of names, as the murderous crime syndicate's henchmen try their best to stop them. Once more, Lee and Carter must fight their way through dangerous gangsters; however, this time, the past has come back to haunt Lee. Will the boys get the job done once and for all?

    ActionComedyCrime

Rush Hour: where to watch — FAQ

How many Rush Hour films are there?
There are 3 Rush Hour films, released between 1998 and 2007 — from Rush Hour (1998) to Rush Hour 3 (2007).
Where can I watch the Rush Hour films in India?
The Rush Hour films are currently available to rent or buy in India; none are on a flatrate OTT subscription right now.
Is Rush Hour on Netflix in India?
No. The Rush Hour films are not on Netflix in India; they are available to rent or buy.
What order should I watch the Rush Hour films in?
Watch them in release order, starting with Rush Hour (1998) and ending with Rush Hour 3 (2007). The full 3-film order is listed above.

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