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Blacklight

Blacklight is a 2022 action thriller film directed and co-written by Mark Williams.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Blacklight is a 2022 action thriller film directed and co-written by Mark Williams. It stars Liam Neeson as Travis Block, a government operative who uncovers a conspiracy within the FBI. The film was released in the United States on February 11, 2022.

Plot

The story centers on Travis Block, a government operative who works in secret for the FBI and is drawn into a conspiracy involving the bureau and powerful officials. As the investigation deepens, he teams up with an investigative journalist to uncover the truth.

Production

Blacklight was directed by Mark Williams, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Nick May. The film was produced through an international production involving the United States, Australia, and China.

Release

The film premiered in U.S. theatres on February 11, 2022. It was released by Briarcliff Entertainment and later became available on streaming services.

Reception

Blacklight received mixed-to-negative critical responses, with reviewers frequently describing it as a routine or formulaic Liam Neeson action thriller.

Key facts

  • Blacklight is a 2022 action thriller film directed and co-written by Mark Williams.
  • Liam Neeson stars as Travis Block, a covert FBI operative who uncovers a conspiracy within the bureau.
  • The film was released in the United States on February 11, 2022.
  • It received mixed-to-negative critical responses, often described as a routine Liam Neeson action thriller.
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Canadian context

The film was released internationally and was available in Canada through home-entertainment and streaming distribution, making it relevant to Canadian viewers interested in Liam Neeson action films.

Frequently asked questions

What is Blacklight about?
It follows Travis Block, a covert FBI operative who uncovers a conspiracy inside the bureau and tries to expose it.
Who stars in Blacklight?
The film stars Liam Neeson, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Taylor John Smith, and Aidan Quinn.
Who directed Blacklight?
Blacklight was directed by Mark Williams, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
When was Blacklight released?
It was released in the United States on February 11, 2022.
What genre is Blacklight?
It is generally classified as an action thriller, with mystery and conspiracy elements.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blacklight_(film)
    Supports: Basic film identification, director, release date, cast, and synopsis
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/blacklight_2022
    Supports: Genre, release date, runtime, rating, and production information
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14060094/
    Supports: Runtime, rating, and plot premise
  4. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/81516127
    Supports: Streaming description, cast, and release year
  5. The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/liam-neeson-blacklight-film-1235089124/
    Supports: Plot details, central characters, and critical reception