The Naked Gun‘s new reboot has landed a surprisingly high Rotten Tomatoes rating.
As a gaming enthusiast diving into some pop culture trivia, let me share this: The fourth flick in the hilarious series, long-awaited after three decades, casts Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., son of Leslie Nielsen’s character. Now, he steps up to lead Police Squad!
In addition to the main cast, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, and Kevin Durand are featured in this movie. Interestingly, it is helmed by director and co-writer Akiva Schaffer, who is a member of The Lonely Island group.
Despite initial doubts about its success due to concerns it might just be another flop remake, it has surprisingly become a major critical hit, boasting a commendable 90% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 166 reviews.
The New York Magazine found it “extremely funny, causing fits of laughter and even rolling on the floor,” whereas Vanity Fair described it as “at its finest, a mindless, zany pleasure.
Here’s what other critics have been saying:
TheWrap
No matter what you might think about Akiva Schaffer’s newest movie, I must say some praiseworthy things. However, there’s one point that can’t be denied: ‘The Naked Gun’ is incredibly hilarious. It’s extremely, exceptionally, extraordinarily, incredibly, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely, extremely funny.
Detroit News
The Naked Gun is a lively, amusing, and sidesplittingly humorous production that pays homage to its original content while making it appealing to a brand-new group of viewers. You’ll find yourself chuckling until your stomach hurts, and you’ll relish the sensation.
The Daily Telegraph
Witness this film with a crowd, and feel the unique delight of spectators eagerly trying to match pace with one of the most absurd movies they’ve ever encountered.
Empire Magazine
Experiencing this adorably goofy reboot-sequel feels similar to taking a swim in untreated wastewater. In other words, you’re likely to enjoy it tremendously.
The Independent
As a gamer, I’ve gotta say, even though it’s not brand-new territory, “The Naked Gun” serves as a timely reminder that humor can still push boundaries while staying socially relevant. Keep shining bright, buddy! Save us all from boredom, and possibly revive the studio comedy scene too.
The Guardian
This fresh ‘Naked Gun’ doesn’t seem to have any unique purpose apart from what made the originals appealing: it’s funny, temporary, easy to forget yet delightful.
The Naked Gun is out now in cinemas.
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