The Naked Gun Director: Liam Neeson Has the 'Particular Set of Skills' to Replace Leslie Nielsen

The Naked Gun Director: Liam Neeson Has the 'Particular Set of Skills' to Replace Leslie Nielsen

This article appears in the new issue of DEN OF GEEK magazine. You can read all of our magazine stories here. Even in these divisive times, we can all at least agree on one thing: Leslie Nielsen can’t be replaced.  Amid his prolific 60-year acting career, which featured hundreds of roles in film and television, the cloudy-haired Canadian American performer became an unlikely comedy legend thanks to his straight man work in slapstick features suc…

"The Naked Gun" Legacy: How a Canceled TV Show Spawned Cinematic Comedic Gold

As we eagerly await the theatrical release of the next installment in The Naked Gun franchise on August 1st, this time with Liam Neeson stepping into the role of Frank Drebin Jr., it’s the perfect moment to reflect on the legacy of the original film. An iconic example of slapstick comedy, The Naked Gun not only sparked a successful trilogy but also redefined the parody genre, impacting multiple generations of viewers and leaving an indelible mar…