AceShowbiz - Before he was busy with action flicks like Ice Road: Vengeance or comedy reboots such as The Naked Gun, Liam Neeson starred in a fantasy epic that, despite being critically panned, became a massive box office success. Now, fans have a limited window to catch this mythological adventure as Clash of the Titans is set to depart from HBO Max by the end of the month.

Released in 2010, Clash of the Titans brought together an impressive ensemble cast, featuring Neeson as the mighty Zeus, alongside Sam Worthington (known for Avatar: The Way of Water) as the demigod Perseus, and Ralph Fiennes (from Conclave) portraying the malevolent Hades. The story follows Perseus as he embarks on a perilous quest to thwart Hades' plans for dominion over both Earth and the Underworld. The film also boasts appearances from talents like Mads Mikkelsen as Draco, Liam Cunningham as Solon, and Nicholas Hoult as Eusebios, rounding out a star-studded roster.

Despite its big names and grand scale, Clash of the Titans struggled to impress critics and audiences alike. It garnered abysmal scores of 27% from reviewers and 40% from fans on Rotten Tomatoes, signaling widespread disappointment with its narrative and execution. However, what it lacked in critical acclaim, it more than made up for in commercial triumph. Produced on a reported budget of $125 million, the film astonishingly raked in nearly $500 million globally at the box office. Its premise of a demigod battling a pantheon of gods even drew comparisons to the popular God of War video game franchise, captivating viewers despite its flaws.

The 2010 iteration of Clash of the Titans is a remake of the 1981 film of the same name, with Beverley Cross, the original screenwriter, receiving a writing credit for the updated version. The script was penned by Travis Beacham, Phil Hay, and Matt Manfredi, while direction was handled by Louis Leterrier. Leterrier is a familiar name in action cinema, having directed the high-octane The Transporter movies with Jason Statham and, more recently, Fast X. He is also slated to return for the eleventh and final installment of the Fast & Furious saga, cementing his place in the action genre.

Viewers eager to catch Clash of the Titans before its departure should act fast, as it will be removed from HBO Max on November 30. It's not the only major title making an exit; the entire Hunger Games movie franchise is also leaving the platform, even as Lionsgate works on the next installment, The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping. Additionally, M. Night Shyamalan's acclaimed psychological thriller Split, starring James McAvoy, will also be unavailable after November 30. Don't miss your chance to revisit these films before they disappear from the streaming lineup.