From 2008 to 2014, Neeson starred in three films in the Taken franchise, where he played former CIA operative Bryan Mills. In the film, Mills travels to Paris to rescue and avenge

Liam Neeson, 72, says his action-film days may soon be over — but it's not the first time the 'Taken' star has teased his retirement from the genre.

Liam Neeson isn’t sure how much longer he can be an action movie star. The “Taken” star, 72, addressed when he’ll retire from acting in physically-demanding projects in an interview with People magazine published Wednesday. “I’m 72 — it has to stop at some stage,” Neeson said. “You can’t fool audiences.”

Liam Neeson’s beloved run as an action movie star may be coming to an end next year. The Oscar nominee spoke to People magazine and teased his retirement from the genre that reignited the back half of his acting career.

Absolution is one of those films that turns Neeson’s action proclivities and age into a solid film about looking back on your regrets.

First up, “Taken,” of course, the Pierre Morel film which set Neeson on this course. While there are two sequels to this film about a retired CIA agent who sets out across Europe to rescue his daughter (Maggie Grace),

Liam Neeson, famous for his action roles, announces plans to retire from the genre by 2025, citing age as a factor. However, he may explore comedy, having recently completed filming a reboot of 'The Naked Gun'.

Acclaimed actor Liam Neeson's newest crime movie continues a dismal Rotten Tomatoes streak that has lasted four years and is poised to keep lasting.

In Hans Petter Moland's "Absolution," Liam Neeson looks exhausted. His character has been beating people up for money for as long as he can remember, and here he is, at it again. The incessant drone of meaningless violence has taken its toll and now he's just going through the motions.