I never was a big fan of the Rush Hour franchise. I firmly believe that the only reason Jackie Chan* is known in the United States is because of Quentin Tarantino, and Chris Tucker, well, let's just say I find him painfully unfunny and leave it at that.
However, Hollywood really isn't interested in putting out much that is new or original anymore (see 21 Jump Street), so "Craveonline's" report that Rush Hour 4 is in the early stages of development really isn't that surprising, even if it is unwarranted. Creator/producer Arthur Sarkissian is actively working on the fourth edition of the franchise, and although no script currently exists, he has "four or five names" that he's "roaming" right now to helm this impending cinematic masterpiece.
As for the story Sarkissian wants to return to Rush Hour's roots (natch) and make the story grittier. Sarkissian also didn't rule out Brett Ratner's return as director saying, "If he wants to do it he's more than welcome to do it but he's got to do it the right way." I guess that means without anti-Semitic comments. (Sorry Mel Gibson no soup for you!)
Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan are reportedly both interested in returning so it's probably a safe bet this movie will be gracing the local cinemaplex in the not too distant future.
*I'll never forgive Jackie Chan for being in the remake of The Karate Kid.
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