Paramount unveiled the first glimpse of The Naked Gun reboot with a teaser trailer at CinemaCon on Thursday, setting the stage for its theatrical release in August. Liam Neeson is set to charm audiences as Frank Drebin Jr., taking up the mantle from Leslie Nielsen's iconic role in the original Naked Gun/Police Squad! series.
Akiva Schaffer sits in the director's chair, while Seth McFarlane of Family Guy fame handles production duties. Kelly Clarkson's emotional message to kids after mysterious talk show absence Kelly Clarkson goes 'no-glam' as she hits back at kids' school for poor timing The star-studded cast features names like Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, CCH Pounder, Kevin Durand, Cody Rhodes, Liza Koshy, Eddie Yu, and Danny Huston. The teaser showcases a scene where Frank thwarts a bank heist, cleverly disguised as a schoolgirl complete with a lollipop.
When asked about his identity after dealing with the criminals, he coolly responds, "Frank Drebin, Police Squad. The new version." The script, crafted by Dan Gregor, Doug Mand, and Akiva Schaffer, suggests in the teaser that the film will honor its comedic legacy, including nods to the infamous O.
J. Simpson gags. Liam Neeson shared his thoughts on his comedic chops and working alongside the legendary Pamela Anderson last year.
"With Pamela, first off, I'm madly in love with her. She's just terrific to work with," Neeson confessed to PEOPLE in October 2024. "I can't compliment her enough, I'll be honest with you.
No huge ego. She just comes in to do the work," he added. DON'T MISS.
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She's going to be terrific in the film," he added. "Whether I can carry it or not, I honestly don't know," Liam further shared, showing his humility. However, Pamela disagreed with Liam's "humble" sentiments as "it was hard to keep a straight face in scenes together.
" The Baywatch alum noted he's "the perfect gentleman," adding, "He brings out the best in you ...
with respect, kindness and depth of experience. It was an absolute honor to work with him." Pamela divulged: "[Liam] sincerely looked after me - wrapped his coat around me when I was cold.
" To show her gratitude, she baked him bread and cookies and left them for him in his dressing room..
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First look at Liam Neeson in The Naked Gun reboot after working with Pamala Anderson

Liam Neeson is taking on the iconic role of Frank Drebin Jr. in the upcoming The Naked Gun reboot, and the first teaser trailer was unveiled.