Hollywood's Action Cinema Direction Post-'Mission: Impossible'
Tombstone for Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt? Not So Fast, Buddies!
Mission: Impossible's seventh installment, The Final Reckoning, is here, and fans eagerly ask, "Who's next to don the famed IMF agent's mask?" Tom Cruise, the series' beating heart, has declared his unwavering dedication. But let's face it; age catches up with us all. With the buzz around a potential new lead, here's a lowdown on the possible contenders to maintain the franchise's pulse.
Remember, James Bond, Jason Bourne, and even Fast & Furious are pondering their next moves, leaving a power vacuum in the action spy genre. This vacuum offers a chance for some up-and-coming actors to slice their names onto tomorrow's action marquee.
Tom Cruise himself might have hinted at a successor: Top Gun: Maverick co-star Glen Powell, who seems to be gaining Cruise's endorsement for the role[1][3]. But that's just a rumor for now, baby, and the gossipping hasn't stopped. Another intriguing choice could be Pom Klementieff's character Paris, recently joined the franchise, and bringing a fresh, female-centric perspective[2]. Oh, and there's Jeremy Renner's character, William Brandt, who was once speculated as a potential successor[2][4]. But, old news, old news.
But wait, don't count Cruise out just yet! He's already made moves to expand his film horizon working with Alejandro González Iñárritu and potentially an Edge of Tomorrow sequel[5]. So, The Final Reckoning might not be the end of it, evil studios.
Now, newer actors can't seem to resist the allure of action – whether it's on the big or small screen. Dev Patel, Simu Liu, and Florence Pugh are testing their limits, eager to prove their mettle[6]. Florence Pugh even requested and nailed an extraordinary skyscraper leap for a stunt in Thunderbolts[6]. As for rising talent Pom Klementieff, she's been soaking up Cruise's wisdom and putting it to work[6].
Moreover, the specter of practical work hangs heavy in the air. Audience members yearn for the real deal, and Cruise has long championed this approach[6]. If studios are willing to let actors and creators run wild, they might produce some genuine, heart-thumping action thrills.
Stay tuned, IMF fans, as the saga of Mission: Impossible is far from over. And remember, when it comes to speculating on who'll step into the shoes of our beloved Ethan Hunt, keep those juicy rumors spreading like wildfire. The mystery is far from solved.
Want more thrilling updates? Catch up on the latest news for Doctor Who, Star Wars, Star Trek, Marvel movies, and the DC Universe[6].
- Gizmodo and io9 are discussing the possible successors to Tom Cruise's Ethan Hunt in the Mission: Impossible franchise, with Dev Patel, Simu Liu, Florence Pugh, Pom Klementieff, and even Jeremy Renner's character being potential contenders.
- In a shift towards a more diverse action-spy genre, the future of movies-and-tv entertainment could see new stars like Dev Patel, Simu Liu, and Florence Pugh challenging the status quo as they aim to prove their abilities.
- The future of technology in entertainment is exciting, as Tom Cruise collaborates with Alejandro González Iñárritu and potentially an Edge of Tomorrow sequel, indicating a possible fusion of action, technology, and sci-fi genres.
