Liam Neeson's action sequel tops Prime Video charts despite poor reviews

Liam Neeson's latest action sequel, ‘Ice Road: Theget Revenge’, has reached the top of Prime Video's streaming charts in the United States, despite receiving poor reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film directed by Jonathan Hensleigh holds a 17% critic score and a 29% audience score.

The success of the film highlights Neeson's enduring popularity in the mid-budget action thriller genre, a career path he solidified following the success of ‘Taken’ in 2008. While critics have noted a lack of originality in his recent output, his presence continues to drive significant viewership.

In contrast to his recent action roles, Neeson's highest-rated performances according to Rotten Tomatoes include dramatic works such as ‘Schindler’s List’ (98%), ‘Ordinary Love’ (93%), and ‘Husbands and Wives’ (93%).