Neeson got his first film experience playing Jesus Christ and The Evangelist in the religious film Pilgrim's Progress.

Neeson played Sir Gawain in the Arthurian film Excalibur, directed by John Boorman.

Neeson earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his portrayal of Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg's Holocaust drama Schindler's List.

Neeson played Qui-Gon Jinn in the Star Wars saga, marking a significant role in his career.

Neeson's role as Bryan Mills in the action thriller Taken cemented his status as an action star.