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Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible films drew sharp criticism from the original TV cast, who felt the blockbuster series strayed too far from its roots. Yet, the franchise’s runaway success tells a different story.

Paramount once considered a future for Mission: Impossible without Tom Cruise at the helm. Discover which Marvel actor was lined up as his successor, and how Cruise managed to keep his iconic role.

From Cold War intrigue to apocalyptic threats, each Mission: Impossible film sets Ethan Hunt on a new high-stakes challenge. Discover how the franchise’s missions stack up when judged by their actual objectives.

Tom Cruise’s latest Mission: Impossible instalment has soared to the top of Paramount+, making a remarkable streaming debut after a less-than-stellar run in cinemas.