Taken movie poster

Taken

2008 · 1h 34m · Released

PG-13 Action, Thriller

Bryan Mills, a former government operative, is trying to reconnect with his teenage daughter Kim. After reluctantly agreeing with his ex-wife to let Kim go to Paris on vacation with a friend, his worst nightmare comes true. While on the phone with his daughter shortly after she arrives in Paris, she and her friend are abducted by a gang of human traffickers. Working against the clock, Bryan relies on his extensive training and skills to track down the ruthless gang that abducted her and launch a one-man war to rescue his daughter.

7.4 The Movie Database

Where to stream Taken

Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV.

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Trailer

Taken (2008) - Official Trailer

Top cast and crew

Pierre Morel Director
Liam Neeson Bryan Mills
Maggie Grace Kim Mills
Famke Janssen Lenore St. John
Olivier Rabourdin Jean-Claude Pitrel
Katie Cassidy Amanda
Nicolas Giraud Peter
Leland Orser Sam Gilroy
Jon Gries Mark Casey
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Frequently asked questions about Taken

Where can I watch Taken in the United States?

Taken is available to stream on fuboTV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Taken for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Taken needs a subscription to fuboTV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for Taken?

Taken scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Taken?

Taken stars Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen, Olivier Rabourdin, and Katie Cassidy. Pierre Morel is the director.

How long is Taken?

Taken runs 1h 34m (94 minutes).

When did Taken come out?

Taken was released on February 18, 2008.

Which studio made Taken?

Taken was produced by EuropaCorp, M6 Films, and Grive Productions in France and the United States.

What was the budget for Taken?

Taken was made on a budget of $25,000,000.

How much did Taken make at the box office?

Taken grossed $226,830,568 worldwide, against a budget of $25,000,000.

What languages is Taken in?

Taken is in English, French, Arabic, and Albanian, and its original language is English.

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