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Every Reference The Naked Gun Reboot Makes to Original

Before there was ‘Naked Gun,’ there was ‘Police Squad!’

Last week “The Naked Gun” opened, a reboot of the comedy film trilogy, which starred the sublimely oblivious Leslie Nielsen. Liam Neeson plays Frank Drebin Jr., the son of Nielsen’s character.

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The Naked Gun Reboot a 'One-Off' says Star Liam Neeson

Neeson's turn as Frank Drebin Jr. in Paramount's reboot of The Naked Gun has reignited interest in slapstick comedies and brought new life to a classic franchise. The film's strong box office performance and overwhelmingly positive critical reception prompted speculation about possible sequels.

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Every Reference 'The Naked Gun' Reboot Makes to the Original

Akiva Schaffer on 'The Naked Gun' reboot , The Lonely Island and more

There’s probably nobody better to direct and write a movie like The Naked Gun reboot than Akiva Schaffer. He has a resume ...

A Solid Debut for ‘The Naked Gun’

The film, one of the few comedies getting a theatrical release this year, generated about $17 million at the box office.

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Liam Neeson on UNICEF Work, Goofy Comedy and Co-Star Chemistry in Naked Gun Reboot

Liam Neeson trades action for absurdity in a bold reboot of "The Naked Gun"—bringing deadpan charm and decades of gravitas to comedy's silliest badge ...

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‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Holds No. 1 Spot at U.K., Ireland Box Office as ‘Naked Gun’ Reboot Lands at No. 2

First Steps' held firm at the top of the U.K. and Ireland box office for a second weekend, adding $4.1 million.

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‘The Naked Gun’ review: Liam Neeson brings a ‘Taken’-or-leave-it air to a rougher reboot

It’s not bad. The reboot of “The Naked Gun” tosses off a few sharp and/or stupidly effective gags of the hit-and-run variety, nice and quick. Sample exchange: “I guess you can’t fight City Hall.” “No.