The Foreigner (2017) – A Global Thriller with Jackie Chan & Pierce Brosnan

When a man’s son is brutally murdered in a foreign city, he returns to exact brutal, personal vengeance — a high-stakes action thriller that pits martial arts legend Jackie Chan against Pierce Brosnan in a showdown of grit and gunplay. Directed by Martin Campbell, this international co-production (UK/China/US/India) blends explosive choreography with a taut, revenge-driven plot.

Chan and Brosnan deliver “against-type” performances that elevate the film beyond genre expectations — Chan as a stoic, tactical avenger, Brosnan as a morally ambiguous operative. The film’s score and kinetic action sequences are among its most praised elements, while critics note a formulaic plot that leans on familiar tropes.

Originally released in 2017, The Foreigner earned a 7.0/10 on IMDB and grossed $34 million at the box office. Its global appeal was further validated by its position in Netflix UK’s top 10 most-watched original films in 2018. A 2025 Blu-ray release offers a new chance to experience the film’s visceral energy and international production flair.