Tom Cruise Hints at Mind-Blowing Plans: Mission: Impossible 9 Set to Thrill Audiences Until 2040 and Beyond!
Tom Cruise's commitment to the iconic role of Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible remains unyielding as he hints at the possibility of a long-lasting franchise that could extend well into the 2040s The future of Mission: Impossible without Cruise seems challenging, and here's why
Contrary to rumors, Tom Cruise hints that Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part Two will not be his last. In fact, he subtly suggests the possibility of Mission: Impossible 9, drawing inspiration from Harrison Ford's long and successful career. Ford is set to portray Indiana Jones once again in James Mangold's Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, which is believed to be his final appearance as the iconic character. Cruise expresses admiration for Ford's achievements over the years and refers to him as a "legend." As the release of Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One approaches, Cruise also hints that the sequel might not be his farewell as Ethan Hunt. Here is his complete statement:
“Harrison Ford is a legend; I hope to be still going; I’ve got 20 years to catch up with him. I hope to keep making Mission: Impossible films until I’m his age.”
Why It Will Be Difficult To Continue Mission: Impossible Without Tom Cruise
Following the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the summer blockbuster lineup of 2023 will continue with Christopher McQuarrie's Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One. In this highly anticipated film, Cruise reprises his role as Hunt in the seventh installment of the renowned spy franchise. Moreover, it has already been confirmed that the actor will return for the sequel, Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part Two, set to be released next year.
Dead Reckoning Part Two is rumored to serve as the concluding chapter of the Mission: Impossible franchise. Unlike the Top Gun series, which can progress without its main character, it is challenging to move the universe forward without Hunt at its core. Hunt has always been the anchor of this universe, and there are no indicators that Paramount is preparing a successor who can carry on the franchise if Cruise decides to retire the role.
Cruise not only portrays the face of the franchise but is also crucial in orchestrating the signature stunt work seen in the Mission: Impossible movies. The actor has expressed his reluctance to subject other actors to the same training and risks he endures to play Hunt. Given the immense success of the franchise, it is exciting that Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part Two will not be Cruise's final adventure as the renowned spy. This opens up the possibility of a Mission: Impossible 9 in the future.
Source: SMH
