Synopsis
A blockbuster police and crime action film starring Jackie Chan, telling a thrilling story of tracking down a criminal gang. Zhang Zifeng and Tony Leung co-star, with Yang Zi serving as both writer and director. Featuring solid action choreography and a tightly-paced narrative, it presents a must-watch crime film of the year.
Overview
The Shadow's Edge is a 2025 Hong Kong-Mainland co-produced crime action film. Written and directed by Yang Zi, it stars Jackie Chan and Zhang Zifeng in leading roles, with Tony Leung Ka-fai making a surprise appearance. Co-stars include Cisha, Wen Junhui, Zhou Zhengjie, Wang Ziyi, and Lang Yueting. The film was released in mainland China on August 16, 2025, achieving a final box office of 1.265 billion RMB. It holds a Douban rating of 8.1, firmly placing it at the top of domestic films of its genre in the past decade.
Plot Summary
The film tells the thrilling story of a group of trackers pursuing a criminal gang. Jackie Chan plays Huang Dezhong, an experienced tracking expert. Zhang Zifeng plays He Qiuguo, a key member of the team. Tony Leung Ka-fai plays Fu Longsheng, a pivotal antagonist. Through tense action sequences and a complex narrative structure, the film depicts the ultimate showdown between the police and the criminal syndicate.
The Douban rating reached 8.1 (peaking at 8.2 at times). Audiences widely recognize the film's value, praising not only its exhilarating and well-executed action scenes but also the solid logic and structure of its story.
Cast
| Role | Actor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Huang Dezhong | Jackie Chan | Experienced tracking expert |
| He Qiuguo | Zhang Zifeng | Key team member |
| Fu Longsheng | Tony Leung Ka-fai | Pivotal antagonist role |
| Ximeng / Xiwang / Xitai | Cisha | Special recommendation |
| Hu Feng | Wen Junhui | Co-star |
| Liu Jinxiao | Zhou Zhengjie | Co-star |
Production Background
The film was produced by iQiyi Pictures (Beijing) Co., Ltd., Shanghai Taopiaopiao Film & Television Culture Co., Ltd., among others. Director and screenwriter Yang Zi achieved the film's most precious texture through meticulous effort. The film's action design has been widely praised as one of the best police-crime action sequences in the past decade.
Box Office and Reception
The Shadow's Edge was released on August 16, 2025, showing strong box office momentum from the start, quickly surpassing the 100 million RMB mark. Its box office soared thereafter, topping the daily box office charts for multiple consecutive days, ultimately reaching a total of 1.265 billion RMB. The Douban rating steadily climbed from 8.1 to a peak of 8.2. It was hailed by audiences as the "thrill ride of the year" and a "must-see of the year."
This film is also a significant work in iQiyi's strategic offensive in film, demonstrating the platform's commitment to investing in high-quality content.
Cultural Impact
As one of the most representative action films of the 2025 summer season, the success of The Shadow's Edge is reflected not only in its box office but also in its redefinition of the standards for police-crime action films. The film's action design and narrative structure have been widely studied, becoming a benchmark for the genre.
References
- Douban Movie: The Shadow's Edge (8.1)
- Wikipedia: The Shadow's Edge
- Baidu Baike: The Shadow's Edge
- Cyzone: Box Office Breaks 1 Billion
- The Paper: Interview with Director Yang Zi
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