Fans of the classic 1988 comedy, The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad!, will be excited to know that the Liam Neeson-led reboot is finally set to move forward. The film has been co-produced by Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins via Fuzzy Door, and also features Akiva Schaffer as the director. Paramount Pictures recently revealed that the upcoming reboot is set to premiere in July 2025.
The original trilogy starred Leslie Nielsen as Frank Drebin, a gullible detective. The first film was released in 1988, followed by two sequels in 1991 and 1994. Neeson is set to lead the rebooted franchise, playing the son of the famous detective Frank Drebin. Further details about the plot, cast, and other information about the film are still under wraps for the time being.
Neeson’s career has been defined by his roles in action films such as Taken and Non-Stop. He has previously worked with MacFarlane, collaborating on A Million Ways To Die In The West, and appearing in cameo roles in Ted 2 and Orville. Neeson joked about joining the reboot in 2022, saying that it could make or break his career. He also recently discussed the prospect of leaving action roles behind, suggesting that audiences “aren’t stupid” and will eventually tire of seeing him in those types of films.
Considering the cult status of the original trilogy, many fans will no doubt look forward to seeing where the reboot takes the Naked Gun franchise. With a talented team of creatives behind the project, who have previously demonstrated their ability to produce successful content, hopes are high that the 2025 reboot will capture the spirit of its predecessor while also offering something fresh and exciting to audiences
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