Is this finally the return of the theatrical comedy? The Naked Gun reboot has finally hit theaters, after years of rumors and development. But this time, it's led by one Liam Neeson. I only watched the original movies, starring another actor with LN initials, for the first time a few weeks back and surprisingly, mildly enjoyed them. I have been interested in this reboot for a while though because I generally really find Neeson's ultra serious persona naturally funny and because I miss all-out comedies on the big screen. So, does The Naked Gun recapture the magic of the originals and will it spark the return of comedies on the big screen? Find out in this review!
The Naked Gun:
Directed by: Akiva Schaffer
Written by: Doug Gregor & Doug Mand & Akiva Schaffer
Television series "Police Squad" by: Jim Abrahams & David Zucker & Jerry Zucker
Produced by: Erica Huggins, Seth McFarlane
Executive Producers: Pete Chiappetta, Andrew Lary, Akiva Schaffer, Daniel M. Stillman, Anthony Tittanegro
Co-Producers: Dan Gregor, Doug Mand
Music by: Lorne Balfe
Director of Photography: Brandon Trost
Edited by: Brian Scott Olds
Casting by: Carmen Cuba
Production Design by: Bill Brzeski
Costume Design by: Betsy Heimann, Maria Tortu
Cast: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Danny Huston, CCH Pounder, Kevin Durand
Synopsis: Only one man has the particular set of skills… to lead Police Squad and save the world: Lt. Frank Drebin Jr.