Liam Neeson's Worst-Rated Movie, According to Rotten Tomatoes
Liam Neeson has had an incredible acting career, but not every movie he stars in turns out to be a hit. While he's delivered memorable performances in films like Schindler's List and Michael Collins , he’s also become known for his action-packed roles, particularly since Taken (2008) turned him into a tough-guy icon. However, some of his later action films have failed to live up to expectations, and one movie in particular has earned the unfortunate distinction of being his worst-rated: Blacklight (2022).
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Blacklight takes the familiar Liam Neeson formula—grizzled, skilled protagonist facing personal stakes—and runs with it. In this film, he plays Travis Block, an FBI fixer who is roped into uncovering a government conspiracy. As usual, the plot involves Neeson’s character getting embroiled in violent situations, ultimately leading to the kidnapping of his family—eerily reminiscent of Taken . However, despite having a familiar setup and an action-driven plot, Blacklight couldn’t replicate the success of Neeson's previous films.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, Blacklight has a shockingly low score of 11%, making it Neeson's worst-rated movie. Critics were largely unimpressed, with many calling it derivative and overly reliant on tropes we've seen countless times. The film failed to stand out in a crowded genre of action thrillers, and despite Neeson's best efforts, the movie comes off as a "by-the-numbers" action flick.
The critical consensus was harsh, with reviews describing the movie as "unintentionally laughable" and "a disappointment." Some even went as far as to say that the movie felt like "rusted-out recycling" of other, better action films. For many critics, the lack of a strong script or compelling direction made Blacklight a miss, no matter how good Neeson’s performance was. For those who enjoyed Taken , Blacklight is an unfortunate reminder that not every action movie can recreate that lightning-in-a-bottle success.
While Blacklight holds this dubious distinction, it’s important to remember that Neeson’s overall career is still impressive. He has delivered powerful performances and helped shape the action-thriller genre in recent years. Still, Blacklight is a clear reminder that even great actors sometimes end up in films that miss the mark.
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