“Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” has recently been unveiled to members of the press, and early reactions are overwhelmingly positive, praising the film as an exhilarating conclusion to the historic action franchise. Film critic Courtney Howard expressed her excitement on social media, stating, “‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ rips! Loved it. An exhilarating adrenaline rush for the head & heart & immersive, awe-inducing stuntacular of the highest order. McQ, Tom Cruise & CO have crafted the gold standard – a brilliant, bold actioner for the ages. See it BIG & LOUD.”
Journalist and BAFTA member Simon Thompson also shared his enthusiastic review, highlighting the film’s sharpness: “‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ is whip-smart and razor-sharp, this tense eighth entry in one of the most exhilarating franchises of all time is another winner. With sphincter-tightening set pieces, blockbusters do not get much better than this. Cruise & McQuarrie nail it!”
Kenzie Vanunu, founder and editor-in-chief of Offscreen Central, praised the film while noting a small caveat. She remarked, “‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ is a summer spectacle with nonstop adrenaline and me asking if Tom Cruise is OK the entire movie. There’s a bit too much going on (at all times), but still a good time at the movies!!”
After seven installments over 28 years, “Mission: Impossible 8” marks the conclusion of Cruise’s iconic espionage saga, at least for now. The film picks up two months after the events of 2023’s “Dead Reckoning,” following super spy Ethan Hunt as he embarks on a mission to destroy an all-powerful AI known as “the Entity” before it can be misused. The star-studded cast includes Hayley Atwell, Hannah Waddingham, Pom Klementieff, Nick Offerman, Shea Whigham, Simon Pegg, Katy O’Brian, Angela Bassett, Ving Rhames, and Esai Morales.
Following tonight’s press premiere, “MI8” is set to make a splash at the Cannes Film Festival, screening out of competition on May 14. Both Tom Cruise and writer-director Christopher McQuarrie will be present at this highly anticipated event. This marks Cruise’s third appearance at the festival, having previously attended for Ron Howard’s 1992 romance “Far and Away” and for “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022.
The “Mission: Impossible” franchise has achieved remarkable success, boasting a lifetime gross of over $1 billion. The highest-grossing film in the series is 2018’s “Fallout,” which is widely regarded as the strongest entry to date. As anticipation builds for the final installment, fans and critics alike are eager to see how this beloved franchise wraps up its thrilling legacy.
Here are additional reactions from critics and audiences:
“MissionImpossible Tom Cruise is truly one of a kind. Loved Final Reckoning.” – Jazz Tangcay @jazzt“MISSION IMPOSSIBLE THE FINAL RECKONING is an absolutely captivating send-off to the franchise’s legacy and what Tom Cruise has given to Ethan Hunt. While the first 30-40 minutes is a bit too much of an exposition dump, all the set-pieces that follow are unbeatable.” – Matt Minton @6MattMinton14“MissionImpossibleTheFinalReckoning is an emotional, riveting, & perfect Mission Impossible finale. That feels the most visceral of them all. With pound-for-pound punches, exhilarating stunts (that might be the best of the franchise), & incredible performances throughout.” – Zach Pope @popetheking“MissionImpossible/MissionImpossibleTheFinalReckoning is action spectacle brimming with jaw-clenching suspense. That is, when it isn’t drowning in a tsunami of exposition & flashbacks. Really good when it’s firing on all cylinders, but overall, mixed.” – Jeff Nelson @SirJeffNelson“WHOA! After a poorly paced first act, MissionImpossible Final Reckoning revs up the engines for a full-speed adrenaline rush to the finale! Incredible stunts, great visuals, and a crazy edge-of-your-seat final sequence! Had a BLAST! THIS IS WHAT ACTION MOVIES ARE ABOUT!” – Leo Rydel @GeeklyGoodsAs the excitement builds for “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning,” it’s clear that this film promises to deliver a thrilling conclusion, showcasing the best of what the franchise has to offer.
