Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2
- May 23, 2025, USA
The Mission Impossible film series has been thrilling audiences since 1996. The popular franchise, based on Bruce Geller’s 1966 TV series of the same name, follows Ethan Hunt, played by Tom Cruise, who leads the IMF main field team’s missions to stop enemy forces.
Due to the franchise’s critical and commercial success, it has grossed a combined total of $4.09 billion at the international box office.
After nearly 30 years on the silver screen, an eighth movie will arrive in movie theaters in May 2025, which is sure to have fans sitting on the edge of their seats.
If you will be the first in line to buy tickets for the flick, here is all you need to know about Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2, such as its release date, plot, cast, and more.
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What is the Release Date for Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2?
According to Paramount Pictures, Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2 is scheduled for a United States release on May 23, 2025.
The movie was originally planned for August 5, 2022, but it was pushed back many times to November 4, 2022, July 7, 2023, and June 28, 2024.
Also, the 2023 SAG-AFTRA Strike caused additional delays, leading to its current release date.
What is the Movie’s Plot?
Paramount Pictures has yet to announce the plot for the upcoming Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2.
Who Stars in the Movie?
Tom Cruise will again play Ethan Hunt, and many cast members will reprise their roles.
For instance, the franchise will see the return of Ving Rames (Pulp Fiction) as Luther Stickell, Vanessa Kirby (The Crown) as Alanna Mitsopolis, Henry Czerny (The Exorcism of Emily Rose) as Eugene Kittridge, and Simon Pegg (Shaun of the Dead) as Benji Dunn.
Other recognizable cast members expected to return include Hayley Atwell (Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft), Pom Klemetieff (Thor: Love and Thunder), Shea Whigham (Boardwalk Empire), Frederick Schmidt (Angel Has Fallen), and Esai Morales (Bad Boys).
McQuarrie announced in 2023 that Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso) and Lucy Tulugariuk (Searchers) had joined the cast.
Also, he confirmed Rolf Saxon (Saving Private Ryan) would reprise his role as William Donloe from the first movie.
Who Wrote and Directed Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2?
Christopher McQuarrie, who wrote and directed four installments of the Mission Impossible film series, returns to Dead Reckoning Part 2. He co-wrote the screenplay alongside Erik Jendersen, who co-wrote part one.
McQuarrie is best known for the Mission Impossible series, as well as Jack Reacher, The Mummy, and Top Gun: Maverick.
Jendersen’s most notable works include writing three episodes of the critically acclaimed HBO series Band of Brothers.
When Did Production Begin?
Dead Reckoning Part 1 and 2 were reportedly filmed back-to-back. According to The Hollywood Reporter, principal photography on part 2 commenced on March 23, 2022.
The flick was reportedly filmed in the Lake District and Longcross Studios in the UK. However, various scenes were shot in other countries, such as Norway, South Africa, Malta, and Italy.
Can I Watch an Official Trailer for the Movie?
There currently isn’t an official trailer available for Mission Impossible 8: Dead Reckoning Part 2. It will likely appear on YouTube and IMDB closer to the movie’s release date.
