Liam Neeson stars in ‘The Naked Gun' reboot: Trailer, release date, and first look
Directed by Akiva Schaffer (The Lonely Island), the reboot blends absurdist comedy, high-energy action, and nostalgic humor, including a nod to O.J. Simpson from the original trilogy.
The trailer, unveiled at CinemaCon 2025, showcases Neeson's comedic transformation, including a scene where he disguises himself as a schoolgirl with a lollipop before taking down a gang of criminals. Fans can expect a fresh take on the 1988 cult classic, which was celebrated for its over-the-top humor and slapstick action.
Produced by Seth MacFarlane (Family Guy) and Erica Huggins, the film follows in the footsteps of the original trilogy, which includes The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! (1988), The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear (1991), and Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult (1994).
Originally planned as a reboot starring Ed Helms, the project has been in development since 2013. In 2021, McFarlane took over to rework the film, leading to its current iteration. The Naked Gun reboot is set to hit theaters nationwide on August 1, 2025.
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