Liam Neeson starrer ‘The Naked Gun’ reboot mentions O.J. Simpson only in one joke, know why this decision was taken
New film, nostalgia
Good news for fans of ‘The Naked Gun‘ franchise! The reboot of this famous comedy series has finally hit theaters.
Director Akiva Schaffer has struck a beautiful balance between nostalgia and a new cast.
The film has a tinge of nostalgia, but with a new and fresh story.
O.J. Simpson mentioned: Just one joke
The most interesting thing in the reboot is that O.J. Simpson, who played Detective Nordberg in the original trilogy, has been mentioned with just one joke.
In the trailer, a framed photo of Nordberg is seen in the police’s ‘Hall of Legends’.
His son, Nordberg Jr. (played by Moses Jones) reacts – shaking his head in disbelief.
“Addressing the elephant in the room”
Schaffer explained that this joke was enough to address the “elephant in the room” and no more jokes were written about Simpson.
“We didn’t want to dance on anyone’s misfortune,” he said, referring to Simpson’s famous 1995 murder trial.
It was a respectful way the film acknowledged this controversial legacy without exaggerating it.
New Cast, Old Magic
The film, produced by Seth MacFarlane, stars Liam Neeson as Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr. He is joined by Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, and more.
The film is released in theaters on August 1, 2025, with a runtime of 83 minutes, in line with the pace of the original films.
New Sense of Humor
The reboot retains the fun of the original films while still offering a different flavor.
Liam Neeson, who we usually see as an action hero, has shown his knack for comedy.
The film has the same quirky humor that makes this franchise so beloved – absurd banter with a completely straight face!
Fans’ wait is over
Fans have been waiting for a long time for the return of this franchise, and this reboot lives up to their expectations.
Old fans will get nostalgia, while new viewers will get a taste of the unique humor that made ‘The Naked Gun’ a classic.
Summary:
‘The Naked Gun’ reboot stars Liam Neeson. The mention of O.J. Simpson is limited to just one respectful joke.
This 83-minute fun film is produced by Seth MacFarlane.