Synopsis:

The Monk (Chow Yun-Fat) is a Zen-calm martial arts master whose DUTY has been to protect a powerful ancient scroll. Faced with finding the scroll's next guardian, the Monk's quest brings him to New York City where, to his disbelief, it appears his successor is a smart-mouthed pickpocket named Kar (Seann William Scott). Kar's a charming, street-tough wild card who enjoys his life of no responsibility. As the Monk INSTRUCTS Kar the unlikely duo become partners in protecting the scroll from a power-monger who's been chasing it for 60 years. Amidst high-flying acrobatics and martial arts action, this comical odd couple has to work together to keep the scroll -- and mankind -- safe.

Release Date: Apr 16, 2003
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Rating Comment: Rated PG-13 for violence, language and some sexual content.