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 . Language English Year 2004 Runtime 120 minutes