Taken 3 (2014)
Ex-government operative Bryan Mills finds his life is shattered when he's falsely accused of a murder that hits close to home. As he's pursued by a savvy police inspector, Mills employs his particular set of skills to track the real killer and exact his unique brand of justice.
Details
Budget
$48,000,000
Rating
6/10 (5832 votes)
Status
Released
Production Companies
EuropaCorp, 20th Century Fox, M6 Films, TSG Entertainment, Meñakoz Films
About Taken 3
Released in 2014, "Taken 3" continues the action-thriller series with Liam Neeson returning as ex-government operative Bryan Mills. The plot diverges from the previous films' kidnapping themes, instead positioning Mills as a fugitive on the run after being framed for a murder close to home. The film focuses on his efforts to evade a police inspector while tracking down the real killers and delivering his own form of justice. Key elements of the story include car chases, shootouts, and explosions, set against a backdrop of suspicion and confusion.
While maintaining the franchise's action-oriented core, the film shifts its narrative to a "one man army" concept with Mills trying to clear his name. It incorporates elements like surveillance cameras and a group of friends assisting Mills, moving away from his often solitary operations in earlier installments. The movie explores themes of loyalty and revenge, as Mills grapples with the death of a family member and the need to protect his daughter.
Why you might be searching for Taken 3
People are often searching for this film due to its connection to the popular "Taken" franchise, specifically inquiring about plot points like the death of a mother figure, the protagonist being framed for murder, and the various action sequences, such as car crashes and explosions, that are central to the movie's genre.
What reviewers are saying
One reviewer found the film enjoyable when viewed independently, but noted that its departure from the original "Taken" theme made it less effective as a sequel, despite retaining the core cast.
Read the full reviewA reviewer suggested that the film felt like an attempt to extend the franchise, ending on an "exhausting whimper" compared to its predecessors, particularly due to its less exotic Los Angeles setting rather than the previous foreign locales.
Read the full reviewA review described the movie as a decent action film with a somewhat lacking script, finding that some crucial scenes brought down the overall quality despite parts being very good.
Read the full reviewA reviewer observed that the film attempted a fresh angle by shifting from rescue missions to a fugitive-style thriller, but felt the plot was weaker and relied on predictable twists, lacking the tension of earlier entries.
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You can stream Taken 3 on Netflix. It is also available to rent or buy on platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV.
No, *Taken 3* is not based on a true story. It is a fictional action-thriller film, the third and final installment in the *Taken* trilogy, featuring characters created by Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen. The film stars Liam Neeson as former government operative Bryan Mills.
In *Taken 3*, Bryan Mills discovers that his ex-wife Lenore's murder was orchestrated by her husband, Stuart, in a scheme to collect insurance money and frame Bryan. Stuart had initially arranged for Russian mob boss Oleg Malankov to kill Lenore, and when that failed, he tried to use Bryan to kill Malankov. Bryan confronts Stuart, who attempts to flee with Kim, but Bryan stops him at the airport. He spares Stuart's life at Kim's request, and Stuart is arrested while Bryan is cleared. The film concludes with Kim telling Bryan she plans to name her child after Lenore if it's a girl.
Critics generally panned *Taken 3*, citing issues with the action sequences, editing, direction, and plot, with Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 13% approval rating and calling it a "clear signal that it's well past time to retire this franchise." However, some audience members found it enjoyable, especially fans of Liam Neeson and the previous films, appreciating the acting and expanded character interactions despite its flaws.