The future of the Naked Gun franchise remains uncertain, as director Akiva Schaffer confirmed that a sequel to the recently released reboot is not currently planned. In a conversation with CBR at the Critics’ Choice Awards, Schaffer elaborated on the status of the comedy series, which features Liam Neeson in the lead role.
During the interview, Schaffer explained, “We are not planning another,” attributing the decision to recent changes in ownership at Paramount. He noted that this update came shortly after the film’s release, stating, “It was about seven days after the movie came out, and so, you know, we’re waiting to hear from see if they would want it.”
Despite the lack of immediate plans for a sequel, Schaffer mentioned that the creative team is not without ideas. He revealed that co-writers Dan Gregor and Doug Mand have developed a list of potential gags for future installments. Producer Erica Huggins also highlighted that they have “a big idea that we had talked about,” further confirming Schaffer’s assertion that they have “a few” concepts in mind.
Success of The Naked Gun Reboot
The 2025 reboot of The Naked Gun marks the fourth installment in the franchise, originally stemming from the 1982 TV series Police Squad!. The film introduces Liam Neeson as Frank Drebin Jr., the son of Leslie Nielsen’s iconic character. Alongside Neeson, the film features a notable supporting cast, including Pamela Anderson, Kevin Durand, and Paul Walter Hauser.
The reboot has garnered a generally positive reception, achieving an 87% critic rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a 72% audience score based on over 2,500 user reviews. Furthermore, it was awarded Best Comedy at the Critics’ Choice Awards, outperforming other nominees like The Phoenician Scheme and Eternity. Financially, the film has also performed well, grossing over $102 million worldwide against a production budget of approximately $42 million.
As the franchise continues to evolve, fans will be eager to see if any of the creative ideas discussed will come to fruition. For now, The Naked Gun (2025) is available for streaming on Paramount+, allowing audiences to enjoy the latest iteration of this beloved series.
