'The Naked Gun': Release Date, Cast, Trailer — All You Need to Know About Liam Neeson’s Upcoming Crime Comedy Reboot

Published 06/16/2025, 1:03 PM EDT

In today’s cinematic landscape, storytelling continues to evolve, offering fresh entertainment through new sequels or by breathing life into beloved classics. One film currently turning heads and stirring excitement is The Naked Gun. Serving as a legacy sequel to Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult from 1994, this new chapter features Liam Neeson in a surprising comedic role. Known for his intense performances in films such as Schindler’s List, Taken, and Star Wars, Neeson’s casting alone has audiences eager to uncover every detail.

With fan curiosity at an all-time high, The Naked Gun returns to the spotlight — and here is your exclusive look at everything this wild and witty legacy sequel has to offer.

The Naked Gun is locked, loaded, and lurking around the corner

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In December 2013, Paramount Pictures revealed plans to reboot The Naked Gun franchise. Writers Thomas Lennon and R. Ben Garant were tapped to craft the script, aiming to revive the classic slapstick spirit.

After years of quiet, the film finally kicked off principal photography in Atlanta on May 6, 2024, and wrapped by June 28. The Naked Gun is set to hit theaters on August 1, 2025. Backed by Paramount, the studio behind five must-watch classics.

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With Liam Neeson stepping into the chaos of The Naked Gun, fans are buzzing with curiosity: Who else will join him in this hilariously unpredictable reboot? 

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Liam Neeson takes the spotlight as Frank Drebin Jr., stepping into the iconic role made famous by Leslie Nielsen. Paul Walter Hauser brings new energy to Captain Ed Hocken Jr., a nod to past portrayals by Alan North and George Kennedy.

Pamela Anderson steps in as the love interest, echoing Priscilla Presley’s classic role. The film also features a colorful ensemble, including Danny Huston, Kevin Durand, Liza Koshy, WWE’s Cody Rhodes, CCH Pounder, Busta Rhymes, and newcomer Eddy Yu — all adding flair to this comedic revival.

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With an exceptional cast locked in, fans are itching to uncover the outrageous storyline Liam Neeson and his star-studded squad are about to unleash in The Naked Gun.

The Naked Gun reloads with a new case, a new Drebin, and the same old trouble

In the freshly dropped trailer for The Naked Gun, Beth, played by Pamela Anderson, reveals a family tragedy with the line, “I think someone m------- my brother,” setting off the chaos. Liam Neeson’s Frank Drebin Jr. jumps into action, delivering awkward charm, suggestive tension, and hilariously bungled lines.

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One scene hilariously confuses a serious crime with a laughing matter—literally. With a script by Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers writers Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, and produced by Seth MacFarlane, the film promises a wild ride packed with offbeat humor and modern-day slapstick.

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