Calvin Jung earned his first credited feature film role as the Chinese Man in Larry Cohen's cult horror-thriller God Told Me To. This marked a significant step in his career, moving from uncredited appearances to named character parts.
1997
Jung's career gained momentum with his appearance as a Surgeon in John Woo's critically and commercially successful action film Face/Off. This high-profile role, though brief, placed him in a major Hollywood production alongside big stars.
1998
Jung achieved wider recognition by portraying Bobby in the hugely successful action-comedy Rush Hour. This blockbuster film significantly raised his profile, leading to more substantial roles in major productions.