In the Land of Saints and Sinners is a 2023 Irish action-thriller film directed by Robert Lorenz, starring Liam Neeson. The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival on September 6, 2023, and was released on Netflix in the UK and Ireland in April 2024.
Set in a quiet Irish village in the 1970s, the story follows Finbar Murphy (Liam Neeson), a retired assassin seeking a peaceful life. However, his tranquility is shattered when a group of IRA militants, led by Doirean (Kerry Condon), arrives in the village after a deadly bombing. As violence looms over the town, Finbar is forced to confront his past and use his lethal skills one last time to protect innocent lives.
The film features a strong supporting cast, including Kerry Condon, Jack Gleeson, Colm Meaney, and Ciarán Hinds, creating an authentic Irish atmosphere. With stunning cinematography and a slow-burning yet tense narrative, In the Land of Saints and Sinners is more than just an action thriller—it’s a story of redemption and inner conflict.
While the film received praise for its performances and setting, some critics felt it followed familiar action-thriller tropes. Nevertheless, Liam Neeson’s presence and the gripping storyline make it a compelling watch for fans of crime and action films.
