Vanguard

Vanguard centers on Tang Huanting, a seasoned operator who runs a private security outfit tasked with protecting clients in a dangerous world. When a mild mannered accountant finds himself marked by a ruthless mercenary network, Tang and his team step in to keep him alive. Set against a globe spanning backdrop of shadowy operators, big encryptions and high tech gadgets, the mission spirals into a tense cat and mouse game. While escorting the target through a series of perilous encounters, the crew must rely on trust, improvisation and teamwork to outwit a seemingly unstoppable foe. Expect punchy action, sharp timing and a few stinging one liners. The feel blends kung fu flair with spy thriller tropes, giving energy to every chase and fight.

Released in 2020 and directed by Stanley Tong Gwai-Lai, Vanguard features Jackie Chan as Tang Huanting alongside Yang Yang, Allen, Miya Muqi and Xu Ruohan. The film appears to be based on an original screenplay rather than adapted from prior fiction.

Worldwide gross was about 50.9 million dollars, placing Vanguard in the mid range for a Jackie Chan action adventure. It found its strongest audiences in international markets rather than a single domestic run.

The film has a modest following among action fans who celebrate Chan's signature stunt work and the brisk humor that threads through scenes of danger. Its international cast and location shoots echo a broader trend toward cross border thrillers in Chinese backed cinema, appealing to audiences seeking high energy entertainment.

Critical response was mixed, with fans praising energy and stunt craft while some critics called the plot uneven. The film leans on themes of loyalty, security ethics, and the costs of solving problems through force. The ensemble's teamwork and Chan's choreography keep momentum, even when a few sequences feel rushed.