Mission: Impossible movies are legendary for their jaw-dropping stunts, and Dead Reckoning is no exception. Tom Cruise, known for doing his own stunt work, is taking it up a notch in this installment. With the recent success of Top Gun: Maverick, you can expect even more high-octane entertainment from Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie, who’s back for his third Mission: Impossible film.
The Shifting Alliances: Meet the Antagonists
While we don’t have all the details on the plot and characters, we do know that Pom Klementieff, known for her role as Mantis in the Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, will play a mysterious antagonist who starts off as Ethan Hunt’s ally. Director Christopher McQuarrie teases that her character represents a “malevolent force” that Ethan is opposed to. And let’s not forget the returning Eugene Kittridge, who’s back with a vengeance, serving as another obstacle for Hunt and his team.
Mark Your Calendar: Dead Reckoning Release Date
After multiple delays and setbacks, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1 has finally settled on a release date of July 14, 2023. Fans can also look forward to the back-to-back shooting of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 2, which is slated for release on July 28, 2024. The movie will be available on streaming service Paramount+ 45 days after its theatrical release.
A Star-Studded Cast: Old and New Faces
Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning part 1 updates reveal a stellar cast, including franchise veterans like Tom Cruise, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Rebecca Ferguson, and Vanessa Kirby. Henry Czerny makes a return as former IMF Director Eugene Kittridge, while new additions like Hayley Atwell, Esai Morales, and Pom Klementieff promise to spice things up in this action-packed thriller.
Trailer Breakdown: Action-Packed Glimpse
The first trailer for Mission: Impossible 7 doesn’t disappoint, showcasing epic stunts, including a wild train sequence and a cliff jump. We also catch glimpses of new characters like Pom Klementieff’s villain and Hayley Atwell’s Grace, who is handcuffed to Ethan Hunt during a car chase. The trailer sets the stage for an action-packed adventure that fans have come to expect from the franchise.