Clive Standen to Play Liam Neeson's Role in 'Taken' Prequel Series for NBC!

Clive Standen is set to star as a young Bryan Mills in the upcoming Taken prequel series ordered by NBC!

The 34-year-old actor, best known for his work on the History series Vikings, will play the role originated by Liam Neeson in the hit film franchise.

The series is set to follow how Bryan developed his skills as a young black ops agent in the elite Emergency Covert Action Team, according to THR.

Luc Besson, the writer of the original film, will executive produce the series alongside Homeland‘s Alexander Cary, who is writing the script.