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reboot/sequel with Liam Neeson

posted 2 years ago by bozo_500 (12549)
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https://deadline.com/2022/10/naked-gun-paramount-liam-neeson-lonely-islands-akiva-schaffer-1235144065/

EXCLUSIVE: One of Hollywood’s classic slapstick comedy franchises is looking to make its way back to the big screen. Sources tell Deadline that Paramount Pictures is moving forward with a new Naked Gun reboot, with Liam Neeson is in negotiations to star and Akiva Schaffer set to direct. While no greenlight has been given, sources say its headed in that direction once a deal closes for Neeson.

Dan Gregor and Doug Mand, who just worked with Schaffer on the Emmy-winning Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers pic, also closed a deal to pen the script. Mark Hentemann & Alec Sulkin wrote the previous draft. Schaffer also will exec produce. Seth MacFarlane and Erica Huggins are producing via their company Fuzzy Door.

Plot details are being kept under wraps except that Neeson might be playing the son of Detective Frank Drebin instead of stepping into the role made famous by Leslie Nielsen

[–] Lord Rake (4062) 2 years ago

Is it really necessary?

[–] Mrmojo4700 (20766) 2 years ago

Hell to the no. To the no, no, nooo.

[–] HarlemEagle42 (16660) 2 years ago

*shrugs* Okay Hollywood.

[–] Zoltan (244) 2 years ago

I like Liam, but there's no way he can hold a candle comedically to Leslie Neilson who was just effortlessly funny in those roles.

Can they not just make a new property using that comedic style? Like why the fuck do we need to remake The Naked Gun movies anyways? They hold up just fine.

[–] TMC-4 (19571) a year ago

Naked Gun Reboot Gets Positive Update From Liam Neeson

https://screenrant.com/naked-gun-reboot-liam-neeson-production-updates/

Liam Neeson gives a positive update on his planned Naked Gun reboot with Seth MacFarlane, indicating that scripts are currently in the works.

[–] PaladinNJ (20676) a year ago

i guess they figure since he has the same initials, he's probably going to be a good fit.

[–] HarrySkywalker (543) a year ago

It was a shame not having even more Naked Gun movies I'll miss Leslie Nielsen so much.

A reboot with Liam Neeson? It has massive potential.

[–] ak47wong (484) 4 months ago

Looks like this is finally happening, with a release date of July 18, 2025. Can't see this working out at all.

https://variety.com/2024/film/news/naked-gun-remake-2025-paramount-tmnt-paw-patrol-sequel-2026-1235925545/

[–] GenoWashingline (823) 4 months ago

Liam Neeson audition Lifes Too Short

https://youtu.be/sqA577_IoBk?si=qzwbUdmi1X10LOd6

He's pretty funny here, the reboot is "interesting" could be great, could be terrible. Leslie Nielsen was so particularly good at what he did though, others have tried similar and failed