---
title: "Taken 2"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/taken-2-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 82675
imdb_id: "tt1397280"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 91
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 7170
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Taken 2 (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/taken-2-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Taken 2 is a story that involves a retired CIA operative. The plot unfolds in Istanbul, a location that sets the stage for the events that follow. A character named Bryan Mills, who has a background in the CIA, is a key figure in the story. Bryan Mills and his wife become hostages in the city. The reason for their captivity is tied to an event from the past, in which Mills killed a kidnapper while rescuing his daughter. The kidnapper's father is now seeking revenge, leading to the situation in which Mills and his wife find themselves. This sequence of events drives the plot of the film, which explores the consequences of Mills' past actions. The story is a continuation of the events that have shaped the life of Bryan Mills.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Retired CIA operative Bryan Mills and his wife are taken hostage in Istanbul."

### Why Watch
- Features retired CIA operative Bryan Mills
- Action-packed thriller

### Caveats & Content Note
- Characters are taken hostage
- Based on past kidnappings
- Tone & Suitability: This is an action, crime, and thriller film rated PG-13.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, crime, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | YouTube TV | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus, Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Olivier Megaton
- **Networks / Studios**: EuropaCorp, Grive Productions, M6 Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Liam Neeson** as *Bryan Mills*
- **Maggie Grace** as *Kim Mills*
- **Famke Janssen** as *Lenore St. John*
- **Leland Orser** as *Sam Gilroy*
- **D. B. Sweeney** as *Bernie Harris*
- **Jon Gries** as *Mark Casey*
- **Rade Šerbedžija** as *Murad Krasniqi*
- **Luke Grimes** as *Jamie*
- **Kevork Malikyan** as *Inspector Durmaz*
- **Alain Figlarz** as *Suko*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Taken 2 released in the US?
It was released on 10/04/2012 in the US.

### Q: What genres is Taken 2 classified under?
It is classified under action, crime, and thriller.

### Q: What is the run time of Taken 2?
The run time is 1h 31m.

### Q: Who is taken hostage in Istanbul?
Retired CIA operative Bryan Mills and his wife are taken hostage.

### Q: Why are Bryan Mills and his wife taken hostage?
They are taken hostage by the father of a kidnapper Mills killed while rescuing his daughter.

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