Overview
- Liam Neeson stars as Frank Drebin Jr., the son of Leslie Nielsen's iconic character, in the reboot of the beloved 'The Naked Gun' franchise.
- The first trailer showcases Neeson in comedic action, blending slapstick humor with modern sensibilities, including a scene where he takes down bank robbers disguised as a schoolgirl.
- The film pays homage to the original trilogy with references to legacy characters, including a nod to O.J. Simpson's Nordberg, while introducing a new generation of Police Squad officers.
- Directed by Akiva Schaffer and produced by Seth MacFarlane, the reboot seeks to capture the spirit of the original films while appealing to contemporary audiences.
- The ensemble cast includes Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, CCH Pounder, and others, with the movie scheduled for theatrical release on August 1, 2025.