Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (2025) Review – A Grand Farewell for Ethan Hunt

IMDb Rating: ★★★★☆ (8.2/10)
Genre: Action, Spy, Thriller
Director: Christopher McQuarrie
Starring: Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby
Budget: Estimated $290 million
Release Date: May 2025
Runtime: 2h 45min

 Review Summary

Mission: Impossible – The Last Reckoning provides what viewers wanted and beyond. With jaw-dropping action, heartfelt goodbyes, and Tom Cruise taking ridiculous chances (again), this film provides a worthy conclusion to this franchise in thrilling fashion.

It's not just about explosions and chase scenes - this one has real consequences, incredible team moments, and emotional finality of saying goodbye to Ethan Hunt.

 What Makes It Stand Out?

1. Tom Cruise's Last Ride

This is supposedly Cruise's last ride as Ethan Hunt, and he goes all out. From staggering leaps at crazy speeds to extreme street motorcycle stunts, Cruise proves yet again why he is the preeminent action king.

2. Action That Feels Real

Director Christopher McQuarrie goes back to the basics -- practical effects, real locations, and stunts that feel tangible -- keeping you engaged without too much stylization.

3. Large Budget, Huge Visuals

With a massive budget of $290 million, the film effectively demonstrates its capacity to spend-it-on-screen, as the action sequences in Venice and the desert, in addition to space, looks phenomenal.

4. Emotion-Filled Narrative

Unlike most action films, this film spent time brutlessly on the characters. You really feel the weight of team, sacrifice, and the toll that must be taken to save the world once again.

Audience Reactions & Buzz on IMDb

The film has a respectable IMDb rating of 8.2/10 because many feel it's the best Mission Impossible film since Fallout. Fans even love how Ilsa Faust and Benji Dunn return in this film, and the chemistry between Tom Cruise and Hayley Atwell works.

Critics’ Concerns

While the film is mostly praised, a few critics noted:

• The runtime is long (almost 3 hours), which might feel stretched.

• The plot can get twisty and dense at times.

• Some felt the ending was a bit predictable for a final chapter.

Still, these are minor points in an otherwise exciting ride.

Overall Rating: ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)

If you have enjoyed the series up to this point, it is definitely worth watching. It has some nostalgic "now" moments in relation to earlier titles, but adds fun action and a solid farewell to Ethan Hunt. It is smart, tight, and pleasantly emotional. This film reinforces why Mission: Impossible series remains one of Hollywood's best action franchises. Cruise may be done doodling, but he certainly leaves on a high.

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