Around the World in 80 Days [DVD]

This version of the classic novel set in 1872 focuses on Passepartout, a Chinese thief who steals a valuable jade Buddha and then seeks refuge in the traveling companionship of an eccentric London inventor and adventurer, Phileas Fogg, who has taken on a bet with members of his gentlemens' club that he can make it around the world in a mere 80 days, using a variety of means of transportation, like boats, balloons, elephants, etc. Along the way, Passepartout uses his amazing martial arts abilities to defend Fogg from the many dangers they face. Direction: Frank Coraci Actors: David Ryall, Ian McNeice, Jackie Chan, Jim Broadbent, John Cleese, Special Features: Widescreen format. Language: English Year: 2004 Runtime: 120 minutes