The CIA thriller The Fix debuted in theaters on September 11, 2026, marking a significant statistical milestone for lead actor Liam Neeson. As of its opening day, the film holds a 10% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes based on 21 reviews, officially setting a new career low for the Academy Award-nominated actor.
This debut undercuts Neeson’s previous record for his lowest-rated film, the 2022 thriller Blacklight, which sits at 11%. The reception for The Fix arrives during a particularly volatile year for the actor’s critical standing. Earlier in 2026, Neeson enjoyed some of his strongest reviews in years with the sci-fi thriller Cold Storage, which earned a 90% rating, and his turn in the Naked Gun reboot, which holds an 87%.
Formerly titled Hotel Tehran, the film follows a group of former CIA operators who embark on a heist and rescue mission in Iran. Neeson plays Larry, a mentor to the unit who is grappling with advanced dementia. Zachary Levi co-stars in the lead role of Tucker, the operative leading the dangerous incursion.
Despite the star power of the leads, the production has drawn attention for its unusual administrative scale. Reporting indicates that The Fix features 46 credited producers, an exceptionally high number for a standard action-thriller.
The film’s performance highlights a sharp contrast in Neeson’s 2026 output. While his comedic and high-concept sci-fi roles earlier this year suggested a successful pivot toward more varied material, The Fix serves as a stark reminder of the hit-or-miss nature of the mid-budget action genre that has been his primary focus for over a decade.
