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Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning Smashes Box Office and Streaming Records

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The Tom Cruise-led Mission: Impossible series has been running strong for a remarkable 29 years, starting with its premiere back in 1996. With the newest installment, rumored to be the final one, audiences are absolutely captivated by the ongoing series.

Stepping into the realm of cinema criticism here, I must say that after a two-year hiatus, Tom Cruise’s adrenaline-fueled saga, “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning,” has graced our screens once more. As always, Ethan Hunt and his daring team are back for another high-stakes adventure that promises to be their last mission. With the current release drawing rave reviews, it seems streaming platforms have been revisiting earlier installments in the franchise, such as “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning” from 2023.

The initial movie of the franchise from 1996 ranks fourth, and the 2000 sequel places seventh on Paramount+’s list of most-watched films.

2006’s “Mission: Impossible III” didn’t make it to the top of the box office charts, but it ranks 14th on the same platform. On the other hand, “Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol” is slightly ahead at 12th place. Interestingly, “Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation” is in between these two movies, holding the 13th position.

2018’s “Mission: Impossible – Fallout” is not only among the top-performing movies globally, but it also ranks 14th on HBO. At the same time, “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning” currently leads on Paramount+ and ranks 11th on Netflix, while holding the second spot on video-on-demand platforms like Amazon, iTunes, and Vudu.

The “Mission: Impossible” series has consistently been well-liked, but recent instalments have noticeably enhanced their quality. Initially, the original film in 1996 received mixed reviews with a 65% score from critics and 71% from audiences, which was followed by a universally panned sequel earning a 57% from critics and 42% from viewers. However, since the third movie, the evaluations have significantly improved. The standout film in this period was “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” released in 2011, which was acclaimed by both audiences and critics, becoming the first in the franchise to receive a Certified Fresh score. This film garnered 94% approval from critics and 76% from viewers.

In its current standing, the film titled “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning” continues to boast an impressive rating, with a stunning 96% approval from critics who’ve labeled it “Certified Fresh,” and a remarkable 94% positive feedback from the audience, earning the distinction of being “Verified Hot.

Mission: Impossible’s Popularity Helps The Latest Release

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning recently premiered on May 23, and it landed in second place at the box office. Both critics and viewers have praised this action film.

On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts an impressive 80% rating, while another review aggregate, IMDb, has given it a 90% score. The final installment even received Certified Fresh and Verified Hot badges. Additionally, the eighth movie in the series holds the second-highest audience score.

The screening, combined with the franchise’s success on streaming platforms, is expected to boost ticket sales for the theater release. With a staggering production cost, “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” ranks among the most expensive films ever produced. However, all our hard work will only be worth it if the movie grosses over $800 million at the box office.

Fortunately, the action movie ” The Final Reckoning” by Paramount/Skydance has set new records. Following its release, it achieved the highest earnings in the franchise, both domestically, internationally, and globally. According to reports, the action film grossed $127 million during its opening weekend, which is 7% higher than the previous installment, “Mission: Impossible Dead Reckoning.” Over the Memorial Day long weekend, estimates predict that the eighth entry will debut with a worldwide total of approximately $204 million.

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2025-05-25 21:39

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