The international production team behind the adventure film Armour of God IV: Ultimatum has begun the next phase of filming in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The Baku leg of the production was launched with the traditional clapperboard-breaking ceremony, symbolizing the successful start of a new phase of filming, AZERTAC reported.

The film follows the story of Jackie Chan’s iconic character, Asian Hawk, who is drawn back into action amid a global hunt for an ancient artifact known as the Tumar, which carries a reward of more than $20 million.

Filming is taking place simultaneously in several countries. The project brings together an international team of actors and film professionals from various countries. For the first time, film crews from Kazakhstan and China have joined forces to work on a joint production.

‘Ultimatum’ is the fourth installment in the cult ‘Armour of God’ franchise, starring Jackie Chan as the legendary Asian Hawk. Baku was chosen as one of the filming locations as the story’s new chapter unfolds around the Caspian Sea, with several key scenes set to be filmed across the city.

The production also marks a milestone for Jackie Chan, as it is his first time working on a film in Azerbaijan.

“I am especially excited to be working in a country where I have never filmed before,” he said.

The Azerbaijani Ministry of Culture and the Cinema Agency of Azerbaijan (ARKA) are supporting the production, with more than 100 local film professionals involved. Filmlab.az is responsible for local production and film commission services.

‘Armour of God IV: Ultimatum’ will be filmed through autumn 2026 and is scheduled to premiere in 2027.