As the countdown has begun with Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning set to hit theatres soon, there’s no better time to celebrate the franchise’s legacy of jaw-dropping action. All eyes are once again on cinema’s most fearless man – Tom Cruise aka Ethan Hunt and how he’s gearing up for one final, historic mission. As Paramount Pictures India unveiled the explosive trailer of the biggest action film of the year, let’s revisit the most iconic, death-defying stunts that turned Ethan Hunt into a legend
Times Tom Cruise Wowed Us With His Stunts In The Mission: Impossible Franchise
The Burj Khalifa Climb – Ghost Protocol (2011)
The visual is unforgettable — Tom Cruise clinging to the side of the world’s tallest building, 2,722 feet above ground. Equipped with only suction gloves, Cruise scaled the Burj Khalifa in Dubai himself, delivering one of the most breathtaking sequences in cinematic history. It’s not just a stunt — it’s a high-altitude masterpiece. Cruise trained for months to pull this off and it’s still one of the most spine-chilling sequences in film history.
Motorcycle Cliff Jump – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)
They called it ‘the biggest stunt in cinema history,’ and for good reason. Cruise rides a motorcycle off a Norwegian cliff followed by BASE jumps mid-air – all performed by Cruise himself. No green screen, no wires, just pure and undiluted madness.
Helicopter Chase – Fallout (2018)
Tom Cruise learned to fly a chopper for this – let that sink in! A heart-stopping aerial sequence, followed by gut wrenching mountain dives and mid-air barrel rolls – all shot practically. Insane? Yes. Iconic? Absolutely. This piece defines what makes the Mission: Impossible franchise so electrifying.
HALO Jump – Fallout (2018)
Nothing tops the high-altitude, low-opening jump at 25,000 feet. It’s a one-shot sequence filmed at dusk, requiring multiple jumps per day to catch the light. Cruise trained with the military to make this happen and the result? Pure cinema!
Underwater Heist – Rogue Nation (2015)
How long can you hold your breath? Cruise held his breath for over 6 minutes to shoot this single-take underwater scene- Zero cuts. The realism and risk involved make this one of the most impressive underwater scenes ever filmed.
Train Fight Finale – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023)
A throwback to classic action, the train action sequence is gritty, practical, and heart-pounding — reminiscent of Buster Keaton with a modern, high-octane twist. With Cruise hanging off collapsing carriages and running a top speeding locomotive, this one’s a love letter to old-school thrills.
About The Film
Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, the film boasts a powerhouse cast, including Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Mariela Garriga, Henry Czerny, Holt McCallany, Janet McTeer, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, Angela Bassett, Shea Whigham, Greg Tarzan Davis, Charles Parnell, and Frederick Schmidt. With such an ensemble, audiences can expect gripping performances and intense character-driven drama.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning promises to be an unforgettable cinematic experience, blending breathtaking action with emotional depth. The film’s scale is larger than ever, utilizing cutting-edge filmmaking techniques, stunning locations, and practical effects that will leave audiences awestruck.
Mark your calendars for May 23, 2025, when the film releases in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu across 4DX and IMAX. Get ready to step into a world where lives, choices, and missions collide in the most thrilling Mission: Impossible yet!
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