Jackie Chan's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jackie Chan.

Jackie Chan, born Fang Shilong, is a highly influential Hong Kong actor, filmmaker, martial artist, and stuntman. Renowned for his acrobatic fighting style, slapstick comedy, and daring stunts performed without doubles, he gained international recognition for his unique on-screen persona. Chan's career started at the Peking Opera School, where he honed his martial arts and acting skills as one of the Seven Little Fortunes. With a filmography spanning over 150 movies across six decades, he is considered a cinematic icon and one of the most important martial artists in film history.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

1985: Release of Police Story

In 1985, Police Story was released, containing many large-scale action scenes, including an opening sequence featuring a car chase through a shanty town, Chan stopping a double-decker bus with his service revolver and a climactic fight scene in a shopping mall. During a stunt in this last scene, Chan suffered second-degree burns, a back injury and dislocation of his pelvis upon landing.

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1989: Awarded the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

In 1989, Jackie Chan was awarded the Order of the British Empire (MBE).

1995: Lifetime Achievement Award at the MTV Movie Awards

In 1995, Quentin Tarantino presented Jackie Chan with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the MTV Movie Awards, describing him as "one of the best filmmakers the world has ever known."

1999: Awarded the Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS)

In 1999, Jackie Chan was awarded the Silver Bauhinia Star (SBS).

2001: Induction into the Martial Arts History Museum Hall of Fame

In 2001, Jackie Chan was inducted into the Martial Arts History Museum Hall of Fame.

March 2008: Guest of Honour at Jackie Chan Science Centre Launch

On 10 March 2008, Jackie Chan was the guest of honour at the launch of the Jackie Chan Science Centre at the John Curtin School of Medical Research of the Australian National University by Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd.

February 2015: Awarded Knight Commander of the Order of the Territorial Crown

On 1 February 2015, Jackie Chan was awarded the honour of Knight Commander of the Order of the Territorial Crown by the Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia Tuanku Abdul Halim in conjunction with the country's Federal Territory Day. It carries the title of Datuk in Malaysia.