If you’re like so many action fans, you probably still vividly remember the electrifying impact Tony Jaa had in Ong-Bak back in the early 2000s, as he blasted through his opponents with bone-crushing elbows and knees.
Well, get ready, because the Thai martial arts phenom is back and bringing the visceral violence once again.
Surprising the world, Well Go USA recently announced that a new film featuring Tony Jaa would hit theaters in less than a month from that day. This film, Striking Rescue, marks Jaa’s return to the high-octane Muay Thai fight cinema tradition that made him a global action star.
The trailer, released on November 21st, sent waves through the action community as fans got a glimpse of Jaa's signature brutal style—his furious fists, knees, and elbows—reminiscent of his earlier films.
Directed by Cheng Siyi, Striking Rescue is a no-holds-barred action revenge story following An Bai (Jaa), a seasoned Muay Thai expert who embarks on a relentless mission of vengeance after his wife and daughter are brutally murdered by mysterious forces.
The film also features Chinese actors Hong Junjia and Shi Yanneng, known for their roles in Caught in Time and Flashpoint, respectively.
Initially released on the Chinese streaming platform Youku and already screened in Thai theaters, Striking Rescue now arrives in North American cinemas starting December 6th. It’s the perfect chance for fans of intense, physical action to see Tony Jaa back on the big screen.
For those unfamiliar with Jaa’s impressive legacy, he is a three-time Muay Thai champion celebrated for his explosive, inventive action sequences. His past films include Ong-Bak, Kill Zone 2, Expend4bles, Master Z: Ip Man Legacy, and more.
With Striking Rescue, Jaa is once again stepping into the spotlight, proving he’s still one of the genre’s most thrilling martial arts stars.