Tom Cruise's mid-air stunt in ‘Mission: Impossible 8’ leaves fans astonished
Tom Cruise's upcoming film, Mission: Impossible 8, set for release in 2025, has captured attention with its daring stunts, including a recent mid-air spectacle that has gone viral on social media.
The Mission: Impossible franchise, which began in 1996, has consistently delivered thrilling action sequences, with Cruise known for performing his own stunts. The latest installment aims to rebound after Dead Reckoning Part One's underperformance last year, amidst competition from other major releases.
]Reports have surfaced about production challenges, including a submarine malfunction and a budget reportedly exceeding $300 million. However, all eyes are on Cruise's latest feat captured in leaked set photos, where he is seen hanging off the side of a plane alongside Esai Morales, known for his role in the franchise's previous installment.
Fans and netizens have expressed astonishment at Cruise's ongoing dedication to performing dangerous stunts himself. One fan commented, "He's never too old to live dangerously," while another praised his commitment, stating, "You gotta have real dedication to do your own stunts."
Others on social media have jokingly speculated about Cruise's extreme dedication, with one user humorously suggesting, "When this is over, I don’t know how he’s gonna cope anymore. Probably switch to serial killing to fill the void."
Cruise's track record includes iconic stunts like scaling skyscrapers and hanging off airplanes, showcasing his unmatched commitment to cinematic realism. The leaked images from Mission: Impossible 8 underscore his reputation as a modern-day action hero.