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Taken

2008
Suspense/Thriller
Crime
1h 30m
[Originally Released in 2008] A former spy (Neeson) relies on his old skills to save his estranged daughter (Grace), who has been forced into the slave trade. (imdb)
Directed by:
Pierre Morel Pierre Morel
Written by:
Luc Besson Luc Besson Robert Mark Kamen Robert Mark Kamen
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Starring:
Xander Berkeley Xander Berkeley Leland Orser Leland Orser Famke Janssen Famke Janssen Liam Neeson Liam Neeson Jon Gries Jon Gries Olivier Rabourdin Olivier Rabourdin Maggie Grace Maggie Grace Holly Valance Holly Valance Katie Cassidy Katie Cassidy Arben Bajraktaraj Arben Bajraktaraj Radivoje Bukvic Radivoje Bukvic Mathieu Busson
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Franchise:
Taken
Genres:
Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Action
Countries:
France, USA
Languages:
English, French, Arabic, Albanian
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Taken

2008
Suspense/Thriller
Crime
1h 30m
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keysercomp03keysercomp03
Rated 27 Aug 2010
85
16th
This action movie is an exhilirating film that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The only downfall of this movie is the typical unrealistic violence that each action movie has where the hero always prevails. However, Liam Neeson utilizes his skills in order to find his daughter, who has been taken into a world of drugs and prostitution. His determined attitude and unconditional love for his daughter are somwhat uplifting through an otherwise depressing situation.
Rated 27 Aug 2010
donniganDonnigan
Rated 10 Jan 2009
90
94th
The epitome of bad ass.
Rated 10 Jan 2009
keysercomp08keysercomp08
Rated 27 Aug 2010
92
33rd
Liam Neeson proves what obstacles he will overcome to save his daughter from European kidnappers in a slave trade. This film contains so much thrill and excitement that you will be on the edge of your seat during the entire film. Not only is this movie engaging, but it proposes a possible situation to the young generation traveling the world today. You will more than likely watch it multiple times because the action-packed film leaves the viewer feeling exhilarated and wanting more.
Rated 27 Aug 2010
lawrencelawrence
Rated 09 Jun 2009
80
14th
Her friend died, no-one cares.
Rated 09 Jun 2009
bossiBossi
Rated 20 Aug 2008
93
92nd
What the hell... Liam Neeson as a spy?! The best idea ever! I completely believed him he could be one. The action, the thrill, the idea. The best action/thriller film I've seen for a long time. A big surprise for me.
Rated 20 Aug 2008
quintonjaminQuintonjamin
Rated 31 Jan 2021
90
91st
Rewatch: Fantastic action thriller. Not only did Neeson sell the action scenes, but his acting really brought the dramatic scenes to another level.
Rated 31 Jan 2021
parkourdino9ParkourDino9
Rated 31 Jan 2016
80
33rd
It was great because great.
Rated 31 Jan 2016
ashbyAshby
Rated 09 Nov 2012
63
26th
This is your fairly average run-of-the-mill action thriller. It has some cool scenes and Neeson shows of some great acting skills which makes me think that he, at one point in his career, could have made a pretty good Bond. However the film movies rapidly and has little substance aside from the basic plot. Worth it if you just need to spend some time.
Rated 09 Nov 2012
venom256venom256
Rated 21 Jan 2010
84
90th
Surprisingly very good! I guess it is slightly unbelievable but the director succeeds in making you not care. You can feel how pissed off Neeson's character is all the way through the movie. Loved it!
Rated 21 Jan 2010
ytmnytmn
Rated 15 Jul 2013
81
62nd
There was a few things that made me like this movie: 1) it doesn't go on and on about some hackneyed uninspired backstory; 2) the hero actually plans ahead (he's not a dumbass gun ablaze type of guy); 3) he's refreshingly merciless (e.g. shoots the enemy's wife to get the enemy talking); 4) other nice little touches (like when he instructed his daughter on what to do as she was about to be captured); 5) Liam Neeson is badass. That being said, everyone else is kinda boring.
Rated 15 Jul 2013
burstbubbleBurstBubble
Rated 18 Jul 2010
80
54th
I think that it's one that people should see. "According to the 2005 report, 600,000 to 800,000 people are trafficked across international borders each year, with 14,500 to 17,500 trafficked into the U.S. ... the numbers include people trafficked for any sort of forced labor." http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/slaves/etc/stats.html Human trafficing is a world problem. I did not appreciate the casting of only certain nationalities, in general, as the criminals, and the revenge aspect.
Rated 18 Jul 2010
andysorandysor
Rated 07 May 2010
78
73rd
Kick Ass! Violent, brutal sadistic throwback to the 80s Action when you got to see our hero make the bad guys suffer. None of the pretentious PC "eco-plots" or sensitive man bullshit. Never thought I'd say this but Don't Mess with Neeson!
Rated 07 May 2010
nevejasnevejas
Rated 09 Aug 2010
47
18th
Do not make a mistake i did and do not under any circumstances watch Taken twice. While the first time was enjoyable mostly because of fast paced action the second one was not. Just two good things happen in this movie: it is Neeson killing with some style and Neeson killing without moralizing. In fact it feels like he wasn't tired at the end and could have cotinued on killing eventually saving all the world. Taken has no decent plot, no decent character development nor a decent ending.
Rated 09 Aug 2010
sweetmortalSweetMortal
Rated 05 Jul 2013
73
18th
Great concept, but the characters can get annoying. The only one who truly pulls their weight is Neeson, who enjoyably kicks people's asses. You could call it a brainless exercise, because this film still entertains despite how it is executed.
Rated 05 Jul 2013
isitsafeIsItSafe?
Rated 24 May 2022
40
17th
Not really my type of thing. I really did appreciate the dark and gritty cinematography, excellent in gradual tone setting.
Rated 24 May 2022
lucaria26Lucaria26
Rated 06 Apr 2011
80
64th
8
Rated 06 Apr 2011
fermiFermi
Rated 09 Sep 2011
70
60th
A lot of dumb fun.
Rated 09 Sep 2011
buggz79buggz79
Rated 13 Jul 2009
80
81st
Now here is a movie that brings a whole new perspective to the question "Who's your daddy?" This is awesome kick assery action
Rated 13 Jul 2009
skunkfunkerskunkfunker
Rated 02 Dec 2010
80
57th
Watch Liam Neeson take Europe apart piece by piece in in search of his kidnapped daughter. It was pretty far fetched that she was a virgin, and even more far fetched that she was still a virgin at the end! I think this is Neeson's best role.
Rated 02 Dec 2010
dandeliondandelion
Rated 06 Nov 2012
60
7th
Unoriginal plot, impossible action scenes and most of all, theres at least 3 scenes where you can identify the bad guys are Turkish. So why calling them Albanian? Oh, right, cuz Turkish peeps wouldnt stop bitching about it. And havent seen it yet but Taken 2 takes place in Istanbul. Watching people whining about 'they made us look bad' will be as entertaining as the movie itself, lol. Main theme is 'Liam Neeson is a badass. Dont fuck with him' and you know what, its true.
Rated 06 Nov 2012
koleishkoleish
Rated 11 Apr 2012
98
85th
started accidentally watching this film then couldn't go sleep till it was done amazing film
Rated 11 Apr 2012
needstimulusneedstimulus
Rated 01 Feb 2013
7
0th
This film has a very particular set of skills.
Rated 01 Feb 2013
captainjonnyCaptainJonny
Rated 16 Apr 2010
84
95th
Never really seen many if any films with Liam Neeson in before, but he has taken a proud place in my book for sheer awesomeness. Spot on acting and action. Brilliant direction, I'm not usually a fan of fight scenes or violence but these were gripping.
Rated 16 Apr 2010
jijawjefaewfjijawjefaewf
Rated 19 Nov 2023
21
8th
So much worse than we expected. Some very funny lines and OK action here and there, but just so, so bad.
Rated 19 Nov 2023
spuddingspudding
Rated 28 Dec 2011
71
46th
He checked the photos in a street machine and he zoomed so hard that i almost turned the movie off. Liam Neeson makes a likable character that one can sympathise with. The movie started spiraling downwards when the shooting took over.
Rated 28 Dec 2011
mainepurplemainepurple
Rated 28 Feb 2009
100
77th
Do I see another Jack Bauer within our midst?? One difference that Neeson's charecter and Jack Bauer is, Jack is more within the law that Neeson's charecter. In other words, Neeson's charecter shows actually NO MERCY what soever! The fights looked realistic, just to watch what he does and how he does what he did made the movie that much more interesting!! As of right now, my favorite movie of the year to this date!
Rated 28 Feb 2009
the_daneThe Dane
Rated 14 Oct 2010
89
52nd
"I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you, I will not pursue you. But if you don't, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will kill you." - nuff said!
Rated 14 Oct 2010
elli0ttelli0tt
Rated 04 May 2016
95
62nd
The story within this movie really makes you second think everything to do with trafficking. Movies with hidden warnings are the best kind.
Rated 04 May 2016
sdplisskenSDPlissken
Rated 15 Sep 2014
16
13th
I just wasn't taken with this.
Rated 15 Sep 2014
lustforlifelustforlife
Rated 16 Apr 2009
85
64th
Really solid action flick, enjoyed this one quite a bit. I always considered Neeson a good actor but who knew he could kick so much ass, too?
Rated 16 Apr 2009
bowler93bowler93
Rated 17 Apr 2009
87
96th
great action kinda standard story line
Rated 17 Apr 2009
capthemfoosCapthemfoos
Rated 01 Aug 2023
75
38th
Dad roid rage. Love it
Rated 01 Aug 2023
alexzalexz
Rated 30 Oct 2009
39
11th
Liam Nesoon is a bad runner. But I loved the story, even though it was some kinks here and there.
Rated 30 Oct 2009
lighteyLightey
Rated 30 Apr 2009
78
50th
Don't really have to think about it.Just very entertaining.
Rated 30 Apr 2009
thejoekerTheJoeker
Rated 26 Oct 2012
68
14th
Decent but way over-rated.
Rated 26 Oct 2012
greenerGreener
Rated 01 Apr 2020
75
76th
Speedy and catchy, and surprises us from time to time.
Rated 01 Apr 2020
m1_garandm1 garand
Rated 29 May 2009
90
91st
slow but great
Rated 29 May 2009
crystalbluecrystalblue
Rated 31 Dec 2010
85
25th
Non-stop action and suspense...awesome !
Rated 31 Dec 2010
kuddleskuddles
Rated 13 Apr 2012
80
58th
Takes way too long to get going with it's ridiculous premise but still is a suprisingly fresh-feeling action film, especially as Liam Neeson completely sells the role.
Rated 13 Apr 2012
tpbradburytpbradbury
Rated 13 Nov 2021
59
57th
Surprisingly ok
Rated 13 Nov 2021
filmroyalFilmRoyal
Rated 02 Jan 2010
70
83rd
Nieson plays the coolest dad we've seen in a long time. While some the action was hard to see, I enjoyed this very suspenseful movie. Definately worth the rent.
Rated 02 Jan 2010
pigpen14pigpen14
Rated 18 Jun 2009
95
98th
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Rated 18 Jun 2009
babamotsbabamots
Rated 26 Jun 2009
81
72nd
Great pacing and characters, and the level of trickery was just right. It was much easier to sympathize before he ended up being so ruthless.
Rated 26 Jun 2009
dullshimmerDullshimmer
Rated 07 Jan 2023
80
35th
Taken is okay. It has some decent action and some cool spy moments, but I would say there are plenty of other movies that do both of these aspects better. It does a great job of making you feel zero remorse for the assortment of scumbags Liam Neeson takes outs, but it all winds up wrapping up a bit too neatly. I mean were there no repercussions of his rampage through Paris? Were the other girls he found along the way saved? What about the one he rescued? None of that matters here.
Rated 07 Jan 2023
mikeparasolmikeparasol
Rated 05 Oct 2008
78
55th
This film film is everything Bourne wishes it was. Car chase scenes that are actually coherent and exhilerating, the action is non-stop but doesn't get cluttered, and Liam Neeson is a total badass.
Rated 05 Oct 2008
billythekydbillythekyd
Rated 08 Aug 2009
86
47th
When Liam Neeson's daughter is "taken" into the dark world of white slavery in Paris, he goes on a rampage. He's a one man army, a killing machine. The body count mounts. Beneath all the carnage, a tiny ethical question peeks out: is it *really* morally defensible to kill 50 (or so) variably responsible, variably reprehensible, and variably intelligent "bad guys" in order to save one manipulative, deceptive and someone stupid teenage girl?
Rated 08 Aug 2009
sandiegojohnSanDiegoJohn
Rated 18 Aug 2009
95
92nd
Not a perfect film, but pretty darn close. Lots of action without the seemingly obligatory romance sub-plot that shows up in every other action film. Well done with the characters and the intensity.
Rated 18 Aug 2009
irezyigitirezyigit
Rated 24 Jul 2009
100
86th
Beautiful movie. Well thought, action filled but just the right touch of cool effects.
Rated 24 Jul 2009
vikschandravikschandra
Rated 09 Apr 2009
60
19th
tad convenient at times
Rated 09 Apr 2009
beneBene
Rated 02 Jan 2009
64
32nd
Basically 24 with Neesson, decidedly more xenophobia and far less decent action scenes, but it packs a certain energy that‘s hard to not follow for the brief duration. (Also probably the most influential US action movie of a decade)
Rated 02 Jan 2009
rewilde-brewilde
Rated 04 Mar 2011
60
20th
Very silly.
Rated 04 Mar 2011
tasog37tasog37
Rated 28 Jul 2010
69
14th
Fairly generic, Liam Neeson is a super-man of CIA dudes apparently. Somewhat entertaining, but boring for the forty minutes or so.
Rated 28 Jul 2010
what_sidewhat side
Rated 24 Jan 2010
70
57th
Horrible ending ruined the experience of a fast paced, kick ass, fun time.
Rated 24 Jan 2010
godsendGodsend
Rated 05 Sep 2009
85
95th
Good film, but it's really annoying when the daughter is running around all the time you see her.
Rated 05 Sep 2009
kevinflinttnkevinflinttn
Rated 15 Mar 2009
89
50th
A great action movie and a character. You cannot help but like the lead character. He is vengeful, determined, unapologetic, unforgiving, and "skilled." The lines are perfect for Neeson and match his inflection and accent in the movie perfectly. Great all around.
Rated 15 Mar 2009
evansjoyevansjoy
Rated 09 Aug 2009
87
63rd
A little too unbelievable, but definitely affected my desire to travel alone.
Rated 09 Aug 2009
izzyfrostIzzyFrost
Rated 24 May 2009
70
28th
I was disappointed in this movie. It was extremely unrealistic that he would be able to take out, single-handedly, all of the supposedly 'very bad' guys he took on. If he'd have had a little help from a partner, the movie would have been much more believable. The story, on the other hand, was very frightening as it is based on reality. It was also very eye opening as to how easy it would be for a good looking man to lure a young woman into a trap.
Rated 24 May 2009
erinmtuttleerinmtuttle
Rated 18 May 2009
80
49th
"I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it. I will not look for you, I will not pursue you. But if you don't, I will look for you, I will find you, and I will kill you." 05/18/09
Rated 18 May 2009
sicoxsicox
Rated 07 Feb 2009
90
50th
bloody good film, great thriller. Liam Nesson plays a great lead role.
Rated 07 Feb 2009
pianosamaPianoSama
Rated 16 Jul 2018
70
82nd
It has its problems, but those can be forgiven thanks to the pluses that this movie has. Neeson turns in a memorable, possibly even iconic performance, and the supporting cast around him all do their jobs. The story is engaging, even when it stumbles through various action tropes and logic flaws. All in all, it's a very watchable and very worthwhile movie that packs a lot of punch into its short runtime while also having plenty of heart in its ending.
Rated 16 Jul 2018
captainsnagsCaptainSnags
Rated 27 May 2012
100
95th
Score based on unrated release.
Rated 27 May 2012
bnpositivebnpositive
Rated 04 Jan 2010
85
38th
Liam Neeson plays a pretty believable tough guy in this movie for sure. Movie was a little short for me, but overall an entertaining night for my wife and I to relax and enjoy it at home.
Rated 04 Jan 2010
musclebustedMusclebusted
Rated 28 May 2012
100
92nd
extended cut ranked
Rated 28 May 2012
lodolfolodolfo
Rated 10 Jun 2010
89
72nd
I felt guilty, but I actually enjoyed how Neeson beat he crap out of the bad guys...
Rated 10 Jun 2010
pieterpronkpieterpronk
Rated 25 Dec 2009
80
71st
A perfectly executed action thriller. The weird thing is that it works even though the ending seems to be pretty obvious from the beginning. It's actually one of it's strengths, as we know our hero will indeed keep his promise of vengeance made in the beginning of the movie.
Rated 25 Dec 2009
isaacIsaac
Rated 03 Oct 2009
76
17th
Quite entertaining, but Man on Fire was certainly better.
Rated 03 Oct 2009
dooooooleydooooooley
Rated 12 Feb 2009
86
63rd
ahhh so good! set up in video-game-style with the multiple intelligent problem solving missions and smart action sequences but i was disappointed at the end, it came all too suddenly and it magnified other plot flaws. so 90 for the action and thrilling scenes and about 83 for the scriptwriting, character development etc
Rated 12 Feb 2009
exirelExirel
Rated 20 Jan 2020
4
23rd
Meh.
Rated 20 Jan 2020
andy19363andy19363
Rated 24 Aug 2009
60
36th
Hmmm.....not too bad, fast moving, action packed.........Tried a little too hard to be Bourne (even the music at one stage). Watchable, although certainly nothing new....
Rated 24 Aug 2009
number5Number5
Rated 27 Feb 2019
70
18th
May have rated hire had it not been rebooted one hundred and forty six times.
Rated 27 Feb 2019
suzridrsuzridr
Rated 16 Mar 2009
90
70th
I have watched it easily 6 times. This is 007 and bourne on crack.
Rated 16 Mar 2009
emredostemredost
Rated 05 Apr 2009
89
74th
I dont like action film at all but this is suprisingly Very good
Rated 05 Apr 2009
donofthedeaddonofthedead
Rated 07 Oct 2009
64
29th
Maggie Grace famously didn't win an Oscar for her pitch-perfect portrayal of the average teenage daughter that travels around following the band U2...until she is forced into the sexslave trade.
Rated 07 Oct 2009
bdjnkbdjnk
Rated 04 Aug 2013
81
57th
Liam Neeson's daughter gets snatched, so he kills every Armenian in Paris. The best of the genre since the original Die Hard.
Rated 04 Aug 2013
stopherjonesstopherjones
Rated 05 Jun 2009
80
79th
Good thriller - quite short, which means the action is pretty relentless once it starts - and it certainly doesn't pull any punches
Rated 05 Jun 2009
samidalosamidalo
Rated 19 Jan 2019
10
0th
i see that movie on cpasbien torrent9
Rated 19 Jan 2019
tribalerkotribalerko
Rated 23 Oct 2008
100
75th
great movie !!!
Rated 23 Oct 2008
willsunWillsun
Rated 05 Aug 2012
80
63rd
Good action where Liam's character violently dispatches bad guys for revenge. Unfortunately, they have to make it so he is absolutely lucky about finding clues and is tireless as a robot to rescue his daughter.
Rated 05 Aug 2012
kalichan88kalichan88
Rated 19 Dec 2014
80
82nd
I'm not sure why, but I was not that interested when I saw its trailer, but good things were spoken about it, and I finally watched it. I liked it! It shows how far a parent would go for a daughter, and also it reminds you how horrible, terrifying, unforgivable human trafficking actually is. I get sick when I see human trafficking films, and so this movie did as usual. The main character reveals the horrible truth as he takes down the criminals.
Rated 19 Dec 2014
ukiemeisterUkiemeister
Rated 04 Aug 2009
90
79th
Not an entirely realistic portrayal of human trafficking--in that few fathers ever have the resources or the balls to take on organized crime alone, Taken was a good performance by Liam Neeson, with all the action and drama of a Hollywood flick.
Rated 04 Aug 2009
homunculushomunculus
Rated 19 Jun 2009
3
47th
It's fun watching Neeson shoot random French people. But, otherwise the overall experience is too confusing to be Very Good. The lines are bad and it's just not a very good action movie. Nothing Special happens. "Realistic action movie" is a stupid fucking idea. Still though, it's pretty okay.
Rated 19 Jun 2009
stevemoserstevemoser
Rated 11 Oct 2009
72
12th
very cliche
Rated 11 Oct 2009
bishopmlbishopml
Rated 02 Jul 2009
90
74th
Luc Besson heavy hand in this fast paced thriller. Liam Neeson is downright scary and the movie is constantly moving. You never get a breath of air until the very end. This was one of the great films of 2009 and it deserved much more acclaim than what it received. There is a lot of competition out there, but one thing is for sure this must not be missed. Make sure you check your pulse regularly and if you feel that you are going to cardiac arrest please leave and go to the emergency room.
Rated 02 Jul 2009
nukedeathnukedeath
Rated 16 Apr 2010
89
92nd
Maybe the best thiller of 2008
Rated 16 Apr 2010
tedwtedw
Rated 18 Aug 2009
90
73rd
Entertaining righteous-vengeance kill-fest.
Rated 18 Aug 2009
scriptgirrlScriptGirrl
Rated 11 Aug 2009
60
24th
The theme was great, but it was so impossible that the main character could take out so many bad guys without dying that I couldn't suspend disbelief.
Rated 11 Aug 2009

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