Release Date: March 2024 (Ireland); wider release TBA
Director: Robert Lorenz
Starring: Liam Neeson, Kerry Condon, Jack Gleeson, Ciarán Hinds, Colm Meaney
In In the Land of Saints and Sinners, Liam Neeson steps back into the shadows — not as an American ex-CIA agent, but as a haunted Irishman caught between his violent past and the price of redemption. Set against the rugged beauty of 1970s rural Ireland, this dark thriller blends emotional drama with bursts of brutal action, offering one of Neeson’s most grounded and compelling performances in years.
A Hitman in Hiding — and a Reckoning
Neeson plays Finbar Murphy, a retired assassin living a quiet life in a remote coastal village, attempting to leave his violent past behind. But when a group of IRA-linked fugitives arrive in town — led by a fiery and vengeful woman played by Kerry Condon (The Banshees of Inisherin) — Finbar is forced back into a world of blood, betrayal, and moral compromise.
Caught between personal redemption and protecting innocents, Finbar must choose whether to keep running — or finish what he started.
Irish Noir at Its Finest
Directed by Robert Lorenz (The Marksman), the film combines classic Neeson action with a more introspective, character-driven narrative. It’s a slow burn, where the silence says as much as the gunshots, and every decision carries weight. With a supporting cast that includes Ciarán Hinds and Colm Meaney, the film builds a world of secrets, grudges, and rural politics — all under the shadow of the Troubles.
Adding to the intrigue is the return of Jack Gleeson (best known as King Joffrey from Game of Thrones) in a rare and chilling supporting role.
Early Buzz and Festival Praise
Premiering at the Venice Film Festival and receiving a strong reception in Irish cinemas, In the Land of Saints and Sinners has been praised for its atmospheric tone, solid performances, and its willingness to show a more vulnerable side of Neeson — while still letting him do what he does best when the bullets start flying.
Critics have called it “a restrained, thoughtful thriller with a soul,” and “a refreshing departure from Hollywood-style revenge films.”
Final Verdict
For fans of Liam Neeson, Irish cinema, or character-driven thrillers with real emotional stakes, In the Land of Saints and Sinners is not to be missed. It’s a film about violence, yes — but also about guilt, legacy, and what it means to try and change, even when your past won’t let you.
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