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Available for digital purchase on YouTube, Google Play, and Vudu. Fast Facts: Why the Taken Franchise Remains a Must-Watch

The Taken film series began in 2008 and became a global phenomenon. It follows Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative with a "particular set of skills," who goes to extreme lengths to rescue his family from criminals, traffickers, and terrorists across Europe. Taken Movie Index --39-LINK--39-

The Taken franchise created a new subgenre often referred to as the "elderly action star" trope. It proved that audiences were eager for fast-paced, straightforward revenge stories. Liam Neeson's gritty, emotionally grounded portrayal made the extreme violence palpable and justified in the context of a father protecting his child. Available for digital purchase on YouTube, Google Play,