Prepare for a sub-zero tale of retribution as Liam Neeson’s ordinary life takes an extraordinary, dark turn right into a deadly pursuit for justice.
What happens when a quiet life is shattered by a violent, senseless crime? In Cold Pursuit, Liam Neeson takes on the role of Nels Coxman, a mild-mannered snowplow driver living in a postcard-perfect Colorado town. But when tragedy strikes and his son is suddenly found dead under suspicious circumstances, Nels trades in his routine for revenge—and his plow becomes a weapon of justice.
Unfolding like a snowstorm gathering strength, the film follows Nels as he uncovers a drug ring led by a ruthless kingpin known as Viking, played with chilling arrogance by Tom Bateman. What starts as a grieving father’s search for answers quickly spirals into a violent chain reaction. As Viking’s men begin to disappear, the once invisible Nels becomes the most dangerous man in town. Calm, calculating, and relentless, he proves that you don’t need to be a trained assassin to be deadly—just determined.
Directed by Hans Petter Moland, Cold Pursuit is a reimagining of his own Norwegian hit In Order of Disappearance, blending hard-hitting action with a uniquely offbeat sense of humor. The film’s dry wit sneaks up on you in the most unexpected places, turning bleak moments into darkly comic beats that break the tension in the most twisted ways.
In a conversation with CineMagna, Liam Neeson shared what makes this revenge tale different from the rest. “It’s not just about a guy taking people out one by one. The villains in this movie are fleshed out. They’re not just cardboard cutouts of evil. They have weird quirks, real personalities, and in some odd way, you find yourself caring about them. Even as they do horrible things. It’s strangely funny, and oddly human. And Nels? He’s just a regular guy in way over his head, surrounded by criminals and chaos he never expected.”
Cold Pursuit premieres this July 11 on Lionsgate Play, available through PLDT Home, Smart, and Cignal. Don’t miss this icy blend of vengeance, violence, and unexpected laughs.