Tom Cruise’s Insane 8000ft Plane Stunt in Mission: Impossible 8 Will Blow Your Mind!

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Tom Cruise’s commitment to performing stunts isn’t shocking at all, and it’s no secret that his breathtaking aerial stunt will be showcased in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, one of the most eagerly awaited movies slated for 2025. As this potential conclusion to the franchise approaches, Tom Cruise is preparing to give it his all in a final showdown. Therefore, the fresh footage from Mr. Cruise’s remarkably realistic stunt scene has me simultaneously excited and apprehensive, much like an IMF agent conversing with The Entity.

Paramount Pictures unveiled an outstanding teaser trailer to mark the anticipation surrounding Mission: Impossible 8, offering a closer glimpse at a scene that we’ve been eagerly waiting for.

The actual stats of Ethan Hunt’s next death-defying feat are intimidating, with a height of 8000 ft. and winds as fast as 140 mph pushing the Edge of Tomorrow actor to his limits (according to the movie’s Instagram). So, since Tom Cruise chose to accept this particular mission, I think the least we can do is watch him take on this challenge together.

Despite Tom Cruise’s character in “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” often appearing unfazed, there are occasional glimpses into the more relatable side of his daredevil stunts. If someone believed that Ethan hanging onto an airplane would become routine following the A400m Airbus stunt in “Rogue Nation”, I’d be more than happy to discuss the matter with anyone who has access to Paramount+.

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In those final scenes, Tom Cruise, with a face mask on, clinging for survival, underscores the fact that the risks are higher than ever. However, if this isn’t persuasive enough, maybe these additional insights from Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning‘s director Christopher McQuarrie will convince you completely:

Tom found it incredibly grueling, nearly unbearable, to play out on the wing due to the relentless force of the wind. It made seeing clearly quite challenging, and taking in enough air felt virtually impossible.

In the final segment, it’s not unexpected since Tom Cruise had previously discussed in his remarks about Final Reckoning both the strong winds and the scarcity of oxygen during that thrilling biplane stunt. Nevertheless, witnessing such a miraculous event firsthand is far more astonishing than just hearing about it later on. After getting a closer look at this exhilarating moment, I must admit I’m left breathless as well.

Although “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” won’t qualify for the “Achievement in Stunt Design” Oscar at the 2028 ceremony due to being three cycles too early, I strongly believe that the Academy should consider presenting a special recognition award during the 2027 Oscars to honor such an outstanding achievement. If, as rumored, this is indeed Tom Cruise’s final mission on-screen, let it serve as a tribute to his unwavering dedication to delivering breathtaking, groundbreaking stunts like these.

The clock ticks towards May 23rd, marking the anticipated arrival of “The Final Reckoning”. However, there’s a possibility that Paramount might push back this frequently postponed “Mission” for one final time, to contend for the first Stunt Oscar. In jest, but let’s be real, this adventure, bravely undertaken by Tom Cruise, will grace the silver screen this summer, and it’s an event you won’t want to miss.

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2025-04-17 22:39