While Taken turned Liam Neeson into an action star, Absolution is much more of a character study. Neeson told ComingSoon Editor-in-Chief why the movie appealed to him, plus his thoughts on the original title and more. Samuel Goldwyn Films will release the crime thriller on November 1, 2024. “An aging gangster attempts to reconnect with … Read more
The Taken star shifts from his typical formulaic action films to a poignant story of dealing with regret and loss. Plot: An aging gangster attempts to reconnect with his children and rectify the mistakes in his past, but the criminal underworld won’t loosen their grip willingly. Review: Over the last sixteen years, Liam Neeson has … Read more
While speaking to Liam Neeson about his new movie, Absolution, the star gave us a hilariously deadpan tease for his Naked Gun reboot. One of the great things about Liam Neeson is that, despite all his accolades (and massive box office pull), he’s never taken himself too seriously. Recently, we here at JoBlo got to … Read more
Is Liam Neeson retiring from acting? Fans of the charismatic star have been buzzing with curiosity after recent comments sparked rumors of his potential departure from the industry. Neeson, known for his powerful performances in both dramatic and action-packed roles, has enjoyed a long and illustrious career. Even at age 72, the actor continues to … Read more
He’s said it before, but now Liam Neeson seems more convinced than ever that his days as an action hero are near an end. Liam Neeson has to be one of the busiest guys in the business. Next week sees the release of his crime drama, Absolution, in which he plays an aging mobster looking … Read more
Samuel Goldwyn Films has released the first trailer for Absolution, an action thriller starring Liam Neeson as an aging gangster. Just when Liam Neeson thought he was out, they pull him back in. Samuel Goldwyn Films has dropped the first trailer for Absolution, an action thriller starring Liam Neeson as an aging gangster who attempts … Read more
Liam Neeson, Sharon Stone & more defend Kevin Spacey in the wake of a recent documentary, with Spacey himself weighing in via a new interview. UPDATE: In his first mainstream television interview in years (excerpted by THR), Kevin Spacey sat down with Chris Cuomo on NewsNation to address what’s being seen as resistance (by some) … Read more
Liam Neeson explains why he wanted to star in The Naked Gun reboot, which is expected to start shooting later this year. It may seem sacrilegious to reboot The Naked Gun, but if anyone can fill the brilliantly deadpan shoes of Leslie Nielsen, it will be Liam Neeson. The actor has been attached to the … Read more
The Naked Gun is getting a remake starring Liam Neeson. The original film, released in 1988, became a sold hit for the team of David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, and Jerry Zucker, who previously had a smash hit with the spoof Airplane! The Naked Gun was their take on classic cop movies, with Leslie Nielson in the role … Read more
Neeson stars in a new Irish-Western that reunites him with his director of The Marksman, which has him battling wits with Kerry Condon. Liam Neeson returns to his native Ireland with an ensemble cast of notable Irish actors in the “Irish-Western,” In the Land of Saints and Sinners. The film comes from director Robert Lorenz. … Read more