Jack Burton is a fictional character from the 1986 film Big Trouble in Little China, directed by John Carpenter. He is portrayed by actor Kurt Russell and is known for his brash personality and humorous one-liners. Jack is a truck driver who becomes embroiled in a supernatural battle in San Francisco's Chinatown. In the film, Jack teams up with Wang Chi, a martial artist, to rescue Wang's fiancée from a powerful sorcerer named Lo Pan. Despite his lack of martial arts skills, Jack's determination and resourcefulness help him navigate the challenges they face. The character has since become a cult favorite in pop culture.