Rush Hour was released in 1998 and paired Chris Tucker as Carter with Jackie Chan as Chief Inspector Lee, mixing action with fast comic exchanges. Carter became the film's most quoted character because his loud confidence contrasted with Lee's calm style. Short clips from the films later circulated widely on soundboards and in meme edits, where a recognisable movie voice can set up a joke in seconds. This Carter clip remains popular for that reason, giving creators a familiar burst of attitude without needing the full scene for context.