Taken (2008) is a French action thriller film directed by Pierre Morel and written by Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen. The film stars Liam Neeson as Bryan Mills, a former CIA operative who is thrust back into action when his daughter, Kim (played by Maggie Grace), is kidnapped while traveling in Paris.

The plot centers on Bryan Mills’s relentless quest to rescue his daughter after she is abducted by an Albanian human trafficking ring. Using his exceptional set of skills and a unique set of “particular skills” he honed during his career, Mills embarks on a high-stakes mission to track down the kidnappers and save Kim before it’s too late.

Taken is notable for its intense action sequences, tight pacing, and Neeson’s performance as a determined and resourceful father. The film became a major commercial success and is credited with revitalizing Neeson’s career as an action star. Its blend of suspense, high-octane action, and a straightforward, personal revenge plot made it a hit with audiences.

The film spawned two sequels, Taken 2 (2012) and Taken 3 (2014), which continue the story of Bryan Mills and further explore his struggles and confrontations with dangerous adversaries.