Tom Cruise has once again pushed the boundaries of action cinema with his daring stunts in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. The 62-year-old actor, known for his commitment to performing his own stunts, recently gave fans a thrilling sneak peek into one of the most intense sequences of the upcoming film.
On Saturday, Cruise shared a jaw-dropping video of himself hanging from an upside-down plane mid-air while director Christopher McQuarrie captured the heart-stopping moment. “Hang on...” the actor simply captioned the clip, letting the visuals do the talking. The video immediately went viral, further cementing Cruise’s reputation as one of Hollywood’s most fearless action stars.
Speaking to Empire magazine, Cruise revealed that he actually passed out while executing the high-risk stunt. “When you stick your face out, going over 120 to 130 miles an hour, you’re not getting oxygen,” he explained. “So I had to train myself how to breathe. There were times I would pass out physically; I was unable to get back into the cockpit.” Despite the extreme conditions, the actor pushed through, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to delivering an unparalleled cinematic experience.
Director Christopher McQuarrie, who has helmed several Mission: Impossible films, also spoke about the film’s adrenaline-pumping sequences, teasing that audiences will witness stunts beyond anything seen before. “There are stunts in this movie that will melt your brain,” he said. Recalling the challenges of filming in Africa, he added, “There would be a day in Africa—any day in Africa—where Tom would go out and do something that topped anything he had ever done before.”
McQuarrie also hinted at an undisclosed sequence in the film that surpasses even Cruise’s most daring feats. “I truly want to puke thinking about the stress. It was intense,” he admitted, underscoring the film’s relentless pursuit of pushing action to new heights.
The teaser trailer for Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning has already generated excitement, confirming that Ethan Hunt’s fight against the powerful AI entity known as The Entity will continue from where Dead Reckoning Part One left off. The film is expected to raise the stakes further, delivering breathtaking sequences that redefine action filmmaking.
In addition to Cruise, the film boasts a stellar cast, including Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham, Parks and Recreation alum Nick Offerman, Katy O’Brian, and Tramell Tillman. With its high-octane action, cutting-edge stunts, and gripping storyline, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is set to be one of the biggest blockbusters of the year. Fans worldwide can mark their calendars for May 23, when the film hits theaters.
