Jackie Chan, Jet Li and Donnie Yen Share the Screen for the First Time in Epic Action Film '1941'
The cast of '1941,' a major action film commemorating the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover in 2027, has been revealed, uniting Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Donnie Yen, Wu Jing, Andy Lau, and dozens of other Chinese-language action legends in a single production.
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'1941,' a sweeping action film set for release in 2027 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong's handover to China, has unveiled what may be the most star-studded cast in Chinese-language cinema history. The lineup brings together Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Donnie Yen, Wu Jing, Sammo Hung, Yuen Woo-ping, Andy Lau, Ekin Cheng, Jordan Chan, Louis Koo, Nick Cheung, Edison Chen, and Sheren Tang — representing multiple generations of Hong Kong and mainland action cinema under one roof.
About '1941'
Set during the Japanese invasion of Hong Kong in 1941, the film follows three small-time figures with their own hidden agendas: martial arts star He Yong (Edison Chen), hitman Di Tian (Nick Cheung), and fighter Zhao Chongyi (Louis Koo). Forced to join forces, they infiltrate the fallen Kowloon to carry out a top-secret rescue mission. Through betrayal and sacrifice, the unlikely trio transforms from a ragtag group into true comrades fighting for justice — a tragic yet stirring tale set against the chaos of wartime.
The film is directed by Chin Ka-lok and Huang Hai, with Derek Yee — known for *The Warlords* (*十月围城*) and *Infernal Affairs II* — serving as producer and screenwriter.
Full Cast
- Louis Koo - Nick Cheung - Edison Chen - Sheren Tang - Sammo Hung - Tsui Hark - Yuen Biao - Andy Lau - Yuen Woo-ping - Stanley Tong - Tung Wai - Yuen Wah - Yuen Qiu - Ekin Cheng - Jordan Chan - Lam Hiu-fung - Tse Tin-wah - Chu Wing-tong - Wu Jing - Francis Ng - Jackie Chan - Donnie Yen - Jet Li
The production has completed its official film registration in China. It brings together three generations of top Hong Kong performers and action stars, marking the first time Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Donnie Yen, and Wu Jing have all appeared on screen together. The story centers on ordinary people in 1941 Hong Kong banding together to complete a perilous mission while staying true to their convictions.
The film is also conceived as a project to support injured and retired stunt and action industry workers. Principal photography is scheduled to begin at the end of 2026, with a theatrical release planned for 2027.
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