The Unstoppable Franchise: Exploring the Mission: Impossible Film Series
A pulse-pounding thriller combined with intense action sequences, intricate limits of espionage, and mind-bending plot twists.
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Content
- About mission impossible franchise
- Evolution of Franchise
- How Tom Cruise makes the difference
- Summary of each part
- Gross collection
- Legacy and future of Mission impossible
- Collection of MI 7 dead reckoning so far after 5 days of Release
About Mission impossible franchise
When it comes to spy films and action thriller, which movie keeps you on the edge of the theater seat, is one of the famous series that what is The Mission Impossible action series, the captivating signature music while incorporating musical themes from the original series by Lalo schifrin. Some self-destructing messages, the masks and gadgets, and the most is signature line “Your mission, should you choose to accept it” this have become part of the cinematic lexicon. The franchise has also influenced popular culture and inspired many parodies and homages.
The film “Mission: Impossible” franchise has been captivating audiences worldwide with its thrilling action adrenaline-pumping action sequences espionage and gripping plot above all the charismatic presence of its lead actor Tom Cruise who has 9.7 million and 7.4 million fans following in Instagram and twitter all over the world, the four time academy award nominee. Has a huge fan following and keep him self hungry for better performance and raise his performance bar each time he comes on screen that makes him popular among fans.
In this article, I will dive into the history, success, and evolution of the Mission Impossible film series into the mesmerizing world of “Mission: Impossible” and uncover why it continues to be a global sensation I will also include a comprehensive summary of each film in short to bring back the memories of action and thirll.
The last film in the franchise, Mission Impossible – Fallout, was released in 2018 and is currently the highest-grossing and most critically acclaimed entry in the series. Among the next two films titled Mission Impossible -Dead Reckoning Part one and Part Two will serve as a bookend to the series and part one has hit theaters on 12 July 2023. directed by McQuarrie and other is schedule to be release in 2024 that will as well be directed by McQuarrie and will feature Cruise returning as Hunt along with other returning cast members.
Worth to mention is the effort taken in making the film mainly action sequences where Tom Cruise has done more than 500 sky dives and
Every film in the Mission Impossible movie franchise, in the order they were released.
Mission: Impossible (1996)
Mission Impossible 2 (2000)
Mission: Impossible III (2006)
Mission Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011)
Mission Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)
Mission Impossible – Fallout (2018)
Mission impossible – Dead Dead Reckoning Part one(2023)
How Tom Cruise makes the difference
Tom Cruise’s dedication to performing his own stunts, which has become a trademark of the franchise.Tom Cruise has been exceptional in making the action sequence thrilling and amount of effort he puts in is spell bounding every action sequence he raise his limits.
In the Era of extreme CGI help and support Tom does his stunts by self, like super human and push his limits even more for his audience
Tom Cruise is famous for performing his own stunts in the Mission Impossible franchise, and the upcoming film Dead Reckoning is no exception. Cruise has performed some of the most dangerous and spectacular stunts of his career in this film, such as:
The biggest stunt of the film Driving a motorbike off a cliff in Norway, Tom coordinated the entire sequence, Tom says by self during the shooting of the sequence ” don’t be careful but be Confident“,
He does this all for the audience to give them the thrill and edge of suspense to his fans world wide, that makes him a different. That’s how he makes the difference
Miles Daisher base jump coach says by self ” Tom is amazing individual , if you say something, he locks it in, his special awareness is amazing , he says Tom is the the most aware person he ever met”, and then free-falling into a base jump with a parachute. Cruise did this stunt more than seven times in a row to get the perfect shot, and he trained himself for a year to master the skill required for the sequence he did 500 sky dives average to 30 jumps a day and over 13000 motor cross jumps. To just perfect the shot. What a hell of commitment this guy has. No words to explain it. He makes audience speechless
Riding a train on top of a moving helicopter, while being chased by another helicopter. Cruise did this stunt in Norway, where he had to deal with high winds and cold temperatures.
Scaling outside of a sky scraper in London, While dodging bullets and explosions. Cruise did this stunt without any safety wires or harness, relying only on his grip and balance.
These are just some of the stunts that Cruise has done for Dead Reckoning, which is expected to be one of the most thrilling and action-packed films of the franchise. Even the director, Christopher McQuarrie, praised Cruise for his dedication and courage, says that he always pushes himself for better and more challenging stunts.
Watching Tom Cruise do these stunts was both exhilarating and terrifying. The cast and crew expressed their admiration, before this how can one forget those memorable stunts, like the Burj Khalifa climb in “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” and the HALO jump in “Mission: Impossible – Fallout
Evolution of the Franchise:
The franchise is a series of American action spy films, that is actually based on the TV series of the same name that ran from 1966 to 1973 by Bruce Geller. The main character Ethan Hunt stared by Tom Cruise, who is an agent of the Impossible Missions Force (IMF), who undertakes various dangerous and covert missions to save the world from different threats and strong villeins,and its enduring appeal across generations
This franchise has been running successfully for the last 25 years, with six films released so far and two more in development. The films have been directed by different filmmakers, such as Brian De Palma ( MI-1), John Woo(MI-2), J. J. Abrams(MI-3), Brad Bird(MI- 4) and Christopher McQuarrie (MI -5 and 6), they have given each
film a distinctive style and tone.
Importantly The films have also featured a rotating cast of supporting characters, these memorable characters such as Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames), Benji Dunn (Simon Pegg), and Ilsa Faust (Rebecca Ferguson) and their contributions to the franchise is worth mentioning. The franchise is widely regarded as one the best action franchise of all time earning over $3.5 billion worldwide( wiki source)The films are known for their spectacular stunt sequences, which often feature Cruise performing his own stunts, such as climbing the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, hanging from a plane in Morocco, or jumping from a helicopter in Kashmir. The films are also praised for their clever plots, thrilling suspense and charismatic performances.
The series trade mark of including the breathtaking international locations where the films are shot, ranging from the streets of Prague to the bustling cities of Dubai and Paris makes it even more popular among audience, the franchise always showcases the cultural diversity and stunning backdrops, elevating the overall cinematic experience of all.
The Mission: Impossible I
The start of an Iconic Franchise The Mission Impossible film series was in 1996 with the release of the first movie which was directed by Brian De Palma. The film introduced Ethan Hunt (played by Tom Cruise), an IMF (Impossible Missions Force) agent known for his incredible skills and daring stunts. And only the success of the first part paved the way for a long-lasting and beloved franchise.
Summary of story :
Ethan Hunt, an exceptional IMF (Impossible Missions Force) agent, finds himself in a dire situation. when a mission goes awry. As During an operation to retrieve a classified list of undercover agents,The entire team is eliminated, leaving him as only survivor. Ethan is framed for their murders, he becomes a fugitive, he is forced to elude both the government and a clandestine group determined to retrieve the stolen list.
He is desperate to clear his name and find the true culprits, he embarks on a perilous journey which is filled with deception, double-crosses, and unexpected alliances. He navigates a dangerous web of lies, he uncovers a shocking truth as a high-ranking IMF official was the traitor who was responsible for the mission’s failure.
With time running out, he must gather a new team of skilled individuals, including computer expert Luther Stickell, master of disguise Ethan’s Hunt, and surveillance expert Jack Harmon. Together, they set out to expose the mole within the IMF and retrieve the stolen list before it falls into the wrong hands.
Ethan Hunt’s relentless determination and resourcefulness make him a formidable protagonist, and viewers are left on the edge of their seats as they witness his race against time to uncover the truth and prove his innocence, all while trying to protect the integrity of the IMF.
Mission: Impossible II (2000)
The part 2 was directed by non other than John Woo who took the action to new heights
In Mission: Impossible II released in 2000, Ethan Hunt, finds himself facing a new dangerous mission. A rogue agent, Sean Ambrose, who acquired a deadly virus called Chimera, which has the potential to cause a global catastrophe if released in open and cause mass killing. Ethan Hunt is tasked with the responsibility of retrieving the virus and stopping Ambrose at all costs form his ill intention.
As Ethan delves deeper into the mission, he discovers that Ambrose is not only a former colleague, also a former lover of Nyah Nordoff-Hall, who is a skilled thief. To infiltrate Ambrose’s inner circle, Ethan has to recruit Nyah and he creates a complex plan that involves high-stakes deceptions and a race against time.
The mission becomes personal to Ethan’s feelings for Nyah resurface, complicating their objectives. Alongside his trusted IMF team, including Luther Stickell and pilot Billy Baird, Ethan Hunt must navigate treacherous terrain, engage in intense hand-to-hand combat, even has to face death-defying stunts.
As the action unfolds, Ethan realizes that Ambrose’s plan extends beyond releasing Chimera. A deadly antidote called Bellerophon is also at play, and the stakes become higher. With lives hanging in the balance, Ethan must outsmart Ambrose and save the world from a catastrophic threat.
Mission: Impossible III (2006)
The third in the series was directed by J.J Abrams he took the film with a fresh and a dynamic approach
In this series Ethan Hunt finds himself even after pulled out of retirement then back into the dangerous world of espionage. Here he is now engaged to a nurse called Julia, but the peaceful life is shattered, when a arms dealer Owen Davian kidnaps her. In the pursuit to rescue her and bring Davian to justice, Ethan again assembles his team of highly skilled agents.
Hunt discovers that Davian possesses a mysterious weapon called as the Rabbit’s Foot. The weapon’s true nature remains unknown, but its potential for destruction is immense. Ethan’s pursuit of Davian becomes a race against time to prevent the Rabbit’s Foot from falling into the wrong hands.
Alongside his trusted IMF team, Ethan embarks on a perilous journey filled with exhilarating action sequences and treacherous double-crosses. Here he must confront his own personal demons and make a choices to protect Julia and stop Davian’s operation.
Part 3 blends adrenaline-pumping suspense with emotional depth as it explores the sacrifices and risks associated with being a spy. his unwavering determination and unwavering loyalty to his team drive the film forward, as he races against time to save the woman he loves and prevent a global catastrophe. With high-stakes action, intense storytelling, and unexpected twists, this installment showcases the relentless nature of Ethan Hunt’s mission: to protect innocent lives and preserve global security.
Mission: Impossible IV – Ghost Protocol (2011):
The fourth part was directed by Brad Bird, here director showcased breathtaking stunts and raised the bar for the franchise, it was fueled with adrenaline raising breathtaking action sequence that kept the audience on edge of the seat
In “Mission: Impossible four nomenclature as the Ghost Protocol” (2011),
Here the IMF had to face its darkest hour when they are rejected and blamed for a ruinous terrorist attack on the Kremlin. With the organization in shambles, now Ethan Hunt and his small team, including field agent Jane Carter, technical expert Benji Dunn, and analyst William Brandt, must operate without any official support or resources which was a challenge altogether
Called as “Ghost Protocol,” their mission is to clear the IMF’s name and prevent a narcissistic extremist Kurt Hendricks from initiating a global nuclear catastrophe. The team embarks on a high-stakes journey across the globe, encountering deadly obstacles and engaging in breathtaking stunts.
As they race against time, Ethan and his team successfully navigate dangerous situations, including scaling the world’s tallest building in Dubai and engaging in a high-speed chase through the bustling streets of Mumbai. Along the way, they unravel a web of intrigue and betrayal, discovering shocking truths about their enemies and allies.
With every move, the team pushes the limits, with their skills, wits, and unwavering determination to complete their mission.
Through their resourcefulness and teamwork, they ultimately bringing Hendricks to justice and saving countless lives and complete the mission once again
Mission Impossible V- Rogue Nation (2015):
The fourth part was directed by Christopher McQuarrie he put in again an action packed series raising the boundary of thrill and action an eye candy for the audience that is still going one with next series, the breath taking action sequence of Tom Cruise
One of the most amazing action sequences of Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation is the one where Tom Cruise hangs on to the outside of a flying aircraft. This stunt was performed by Cruise himself, without the use of visual effects or a stunt double. He wore a safety harness and special contact lenses, but he was really on the wing of an Airbus A400M, 5,000 feet in the air.
The stunt was filmed at RAF Wittering in England, and Cruise had to do it eight times to get the perfect shot. He also had to deal with the jet fuel, the wind, the cold, and the risk of bird strikes. The director, Christopher McQuarrie, and the crew were amazed and terrified by Cruise’s dedication and courage.
In 2015 release part fifth of the series under the name Rogue Nation, here Ethan Hunt and his team find themselves facing a new global threat. As the IMF is disbanded, and a new shadowy organization known as the Syndicate emerges, comprised of highly skilled rogue agents committed to disrupt world order.
To expose and dismantle the dangerous Syndicate, Ethan has to source for a team who is right fit for the mission then he recruits former British agent Ilsa Faust, whose loyalties remain unclear. As they navigate a web of intrigue and danger, the team encounters Solomon Lane, the enigmatic leader of the Syndicate, who holds the valuable information that could have cripple the governments worldwide and could possess threat in world peace.
Ethan and his allies must outsmart Lane and his operatives while evading capture by their own government, which doubts the existence of the Syndicate. Along the way, they face treacherous situations, including a high-stakes opera house assassination attempt and a thrilling underwater mission.
As the mission intensifies, Ethan realizes that he must go rogue to protect his team and bring down the Syndicate. With the help his team he infiltrates the Syndicate’s stronghold to prevent a devastating global attack. With twists, turns, and unexpected alliances, the film underscores the power of trust and the lengths one will go to protect the greater good.
Mission: Impossible VI- Fallout (2018)
The sixth part is also directed by Christopher McQuarrie where he continues with the trend of high-octane action thriller, McQuarrie has directed the fifth, sixth, seventh and will do the eighth films as well in the Mission Impossible franchise
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this makes him making him the first director to helm more than one film in the series.
He has also written or co-written the fourth, fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth films. He is known for his thrilling and clever plots, witty dialogue, and spectacular action sequences.
In “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” (2018), Ethan Hunt and his team face their most challenging mission . After a failed mission to recover stolen plutonium, they must prevent a terrorist group Apostles from acquiring the material.
Here complicating matters, a mysterious man called John Lark threatens the global peace. Now Ethan finds himself between his loyalty to his team and the enigmatic Ilsa Faust
The race against time takes Ethan and his team across the globe, from Paris to London, as they face relentless pursuit and engage in thrilling stunts. Along the way, they encounter old allies, dangerous adversaries, and unexpected revelations.
Ethan’s unwavering determination to complete the mission is tested as he faces personal sacrifices and moral dilemmas. With the fate of the world hanging, he must win over his enemies, outmaneuver his allies, and navigate a complex web of deceit.
Box Office Success and Worldwide Collections
The gross and net collections (in millions) worldwide for each film in the Mission Impossible franchise:
| Film | Release Date | Worldwide Gross |
|---|---|---|
| Mission: Impossible | May 22, 1996 | $457,696,359 |
| Mission: Impossible II | May 24, 2000 | $546,388,105 |
| Mission: Impossible III | May 5, 2006 | $397,850,012 |
| Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol | Dec 16, 2011 | $694,713,380 |
| Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation | Jul 31, 2015 | $682,714,267 |
| Mission: Impossible – Fallout | Jul 27, 2018 | $791,115,104 |
| Total | – | $3,570,477,227 |
Legacy and Future
The Mission Impossible franchise has become synonymous with thrilling action and memorable moments. Tom Cruise’s dedication to performing his own stunts has set a new standard for action films. With each instalment, the franchise continues to captivate audiences and leaves them eagerly awaiting the next daring mission
series has left an indelible mark on the action genre, with its engaging plots, breath-taking stunts, and the iconic presence of Tom Cruise. As the franchise continues to evolve, fans can look forward to more heart-pounding adventures and impossible missions that will keep them on the edge of their seats.
Will the new release on 12 July 2023 repeat the history expected to be the biggest opening of 2023, lets see what the box office and audience say about it, the film is the first part of a two-part finale that will conclude with Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two in 2024
Mission Impossible 7: Dead Reckoning Part one
Mission Impossible 7 – Dead Reckoning Part One is a 2023 action spy film that is the seventh installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Ethan Hunt, an IMF agent who embarks on his most dangerous mission yet: to track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens humanity before it falls into the wrong hands. With control of the future and the fate of the world at stake, and dark forces from Ethan’s past closing in, a deadly race around the globe begins. Ethan is forced to consider that nothing can matter more than his mission – not even the lives of those he cares about most. lets see what it has for audience.
Despite now being seven films into the 25-year-old franchise, the Mission: Impossible movies keep getting better and that’s largely due to Cruise’s commitment to cinematic insanity. Lets see what the new release has into its box,
Expected collection: A more optimistic estimate could be around $800 million,A pessimistic estimate could be around $400 million worldwide
Conclusion:- The “Mission Impossible” franchise continues to set the bar higher for action-packed thrillers every time they hit the theaters worldwide, captivating audiences with its spectacular stunts, un expected twist and engaging story-lines, and unforgettable characters.
As fans eagerly anticipate each new series, the franchise’s enduring popularity and global reach remain a testament to its ability to deliver exhilarating cinematic experiences. So now brace yourself for the impossible, as the “Mission: Impossible” series continues to redefine the boundaries of action-packed entertainment for one and all. Lets see how the seven release does at box office.
Collection of MI 7 dead reckoning so far after 5 days of release
installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise.
After it hit the box office on July 12 the Mission: Impossible has earned $235 million worldwide in its first 5 days, and counting,
New record :- Mission: Impossible : Dead Reckoning has set new franchise record for the best global opening overtaking the previous record of $280 million held by Mission: Impossible – Fallout
(sources:- Comicbook.com and hollywoodreporter.com )
Movie has received positive reviews from critics and audience together, only rotten tomatoes has 96% ratings, it is expected to do good at the box office, it is going to face competition from upcoming releases like Oppenheimer and Barbie as well.
Ind India, the movie has performed well with a collection of over Rs 60 crores in its first weekend, making it one of the biggest hits for Tom Cruise. It is one of the highest grossing Hollywood movies of the year so far
China the collection is $ 34 millions, Europe more than $ 8 millions, Australia 5.1 millions, south America about near to $3 millions (sources:- variety.com, deadline.com, screenrant.com)
an also read for information from below on same topic
https://www.theguardian.com/film/2023/jul/13/mission-impossible-tom-cruise
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