The Three Dragons: A Top 5 List of Iconic Films

Wheels on Meals

Wheels on Meals, a Hong Kong martial arts comedy directed by Sammo Hung, takes the top spot in our list of iconic films featuring the legendary trio of kung fu actors known as the Three Dragons: Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, and Yuen Biao.

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Set in Barcelona, the film follows Thomas and David, food truck owners who, alongside their private investigator friend Moby, become entangled with a pickpocket named Sylvia, whom they must protect from a dangerous gang.

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The film showcases some incredibly intense fight scenes, including a fantastic showdown between Jackie Chan and Benny Urquidez. The stunning Barcelona backdrop and the impressive final fight sequence are definite highlights of the film, cementing its status as an iconic martial arts comedy.

Jackie Chan and Benny Urquidez in Wheels on Meals pic

Project A

Project A, an action-comedy set in early 20th-century Hong Kong, secures its place as one of the most iconic films of the Three Dragons.

Jackie Chan clock tower stunt in Project A pic

Directed by Jackie Chan and Sammo Hung, the film stars Jackie Chan as Dragon Ma from the Marine Police, who battles pirates alongside street hustler Fei (Sammo Hung) and Inspector Hong Tin-Tzu (Yuen Biao).

Jackie Chan in Dragons Forever

Project A is widely celebrated for its breathtaking stunts, with the famous clock tower fall being one of the most remarkable stunts in film history. The film's action-packed sequences and comedic elements make it a timeless classic in martial arts cinema.

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Winners & Sinners

Winners & Sinners, the first film in the Lucky Stars series, secures its place in our top 5 list of iconic films featuring the Three Dragons.

Jackie Chan as CID 07 in Winners & Sinners

The film follows a group of five ex-convicts who form the 'Five Lucky Stars' cleaning company and accidentally get entangled in a gangland dispute. It features an A-list cast who bring their comedic and martial arts talents to the forefront, blending exhilarating Hong Kong-style action with expertly timed slapstick humor.

Winners & Sinners

Despite its dated humor, Winners & Sinners remains a standout film in the martial arts genre, showcasing the unique chemistry and talent of the Three Dragons on screen.

Yuen Biao and Sammo Hung crouch down in Wheels on Meals, with Biao looking injured.

Twinkle Twinkle, Lucky Stars

Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars, the final film in the Lucky Stars trilogy directed by Sammo Hung, earns its place in our top 5 list of iconic films featuring the Three Dragons.

Twinkle Twinkle, Lucky Stars

The film strikes a balance between slapstick humor and action, focusing more on comedy as the Lucky Stars gang protects an actress from gangsters and assassins.

Twinkle Twinkle, Lucky Stars

While the film's humor often relies on slapstick and skirt-chasing jokes, it still showcases the trio's undeniable chemistry and their ability to captivate audiences with their martial arts prowess.

Jackie Chan in Dragons Forever

Dragons Forever

Dragons Forever, an action-comedy directed by Sammo Hung and Corey Yuen, secures its place as an iconic film featuring the Three Dragons.

Benny The Jet Urquidez as Hua’s henchman - Dragons Forever (1988)

In the film, Jackie Chan plays a lawyer hired to sabotage a fishery owner's case against a drug lord, enlisting the help of an arms dealer (Sammo Hung) and a surveillance expert (Yuen Biao). The film has several impressive action sequences, showcasing the chemistry among the Three Dragons.

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The chemistry among the Three Dragons is a highlight of the film, proving why the three actors work so well together, particularly in the more comedic scenes.