The Naked Gun starting Liam Neeson is one of the most awaited comedies of 2025 and the final is finally set to be released on 1st August 2025. But before the film does its magic on the box office let’s trace the numbers behind its making.
The Naked Gun Cast Salaries
- Liam Neeson (Lead, Lt. Frank Drebin Jr.): As a proven box office draw, Neeson’s typical starring salary in a major studio comedy or action project would be $3–8 million, likely on the higher end here
- Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Danny Huston (Notable supporting): Established actors in key supporting roles often command $500,000–$2 million depending on prominence and experience
- High-profile cameos (e.g., Busta Rhymes, CCH Pounder, “Weird Al” Yankovic): Guest stars often receive negotiated rates that can range from union minimums up to $200,000–$500,000 for highly recognizable names in limited screen time
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The Naked Gun Budget
The budget for the 2025 action comedy is $42 million, which is much leaner than what one would expect from a high-profile comedy franchise. The previous films in this franchise, when adjusted for inflation, had budgets ranging from $39 million to $66 million.
Note: The salary figures are based on typical star rates and historic precedent for similar films. These are not the actual exact numbers.