Hollywood's Upcoming Action Landscape Post-'Mission: Impossible': Predictions and Analysis
Ready for a thrilling deep dive into the world of action spies? Let's chat about the iconic Mission: Impossible franchise and the question that's been haunting fans for years: Who'll step into Tom Cruise's shoes if – or when – he decides to hang up his spy gear?
Tom Cruise has been the heart and soul of this amazing series, proving his unwavering dedication time and again. But, since the arrival of Jeremy Renner's William Brandt in Ghost Protocol, whispers of a potential successor have swirled like a mission gone sideways. Rumors hinted at an eventual role swap, but as we know, Cruise isn't ready to bow out just yet.
Over the years, the franchise has followed suit, hubbing a roster of stars to keep up with the action-packed, death-defying escapades. Rebecca Ferguson's Ilsa Faust, Hayley Atwell's Grace, and Henry Cavill's August Walker have all strapped on their gear, vying for the ultimate title. Each of these stars has shown off their chops, executing jaw-dropping stunts designed to prove their mettle as a potential new lead.
But it seems Cruise is in no rush to pass the torch—at least not yet. With a new deal in place to develop and produce films for Warner Bros., Alejandro González Iñárritu collaborations, and even an Edge of Tomorrow sequel brewing, Paramount might have an opening to keep the Mission: Impossible flame alive without Cruise for a few movies. This would allow audiences time to miss Ethan while they embrace a new or returning crew of badass agents. Then, Cruise could make a triumphant return as Ethan, crafting a legacy sequel that'd be as epic as Top Gun: Maverick.
Failing that, the vacuum left by other action spy franchises could ripe for the picking. Films akin to the woman-led series that filled the void before Black Widow burst onto the scene could be just around the corner. And with daring actors like Dev Patel, Simu Liu, and Florence Pugh chomping at the bit to tackle practical, real-world stunts, we're on the brink of an action renaissance.
So, buckle up, folks! Whatever the future holds, we're in for an unforgettable ride. Whether it's a new crop of action heroes or the return of our beloved Ethan Hunt, the world of spies and adventure awaits!
- Io9 and Gizmodo have been discussing the potential successor to Tom Cruise in the Mission: Impossible franchise, with Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Ferguson, Hayley Atwell, and Henry Cavill being named as possible candidates.
- The future of the action movie genre, according to Entertainment Weekly, could see a resurgence with the emergence of daring actors like Dev Patel, Simu Liu, and Florence Pugh, who are eager to perform real-world stunts.
- In the realm of movies-and-tv, it's been speculated that if Tom Cruise were to retire from the Mission: Impossible franchise, paramount might use the opportunity to produce movies without him for a few installments, keeping the torch alive for Ethan Hunt's eventual return.
