Naked Gun 2025 Sets Franchise-High 91% Rotten Tomatoes Score

The 2025 reboot of The Naked Gun, starring Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr. and Pamela Anderson, has achieved the highest Rotten Tomatoes score in the franchise's history, currently holding around 91 to 94 percent with some sources reporting up to 100 percent early on. Directed by Akiva Schaffer and produced by Seth MacFarlane, the film has been praised for successfully updating the classic absurdist comedy style for modern audiences, with critics highlighting its humor and effective homage to the original series. Reviews describe the film as a 'dumb, loopy delight' and 'fall off your seat hilarious,' with many noting Neeson's surprisingly fitting comedic performance after years of action roles. The story follows Drebin Jr. as he tries to save his Police Squad from being shut down while investigating a suspicious death tied to a crooked tech billionaire, blending slapstick and satire on contemporary issues. This reboot is recognized as one of the best-reviewed comedies of the 2020s, ranking alongside titles like The Mitchells Versus the Machines and The Banshees of Inisherin, and is seen as a rare successful revival of a beloved comedy franchise. The film's release on August 1, 2025, is highly anticipated to test if its critical acclaim will translate into box office success.