Overview

• Tom Cruise has confirmed 'The Final Reckoning' as his last lead role as Ethan Hunt, though he may return in cameo or producer capacities for future projects.
• The film's plot centers on Ethan Hunt's mission to neutralize a rogue AI, 'The Entity,' by retrieving its source code from a submerged Russian submarine.
• Critics have praised the film's action sequences and stunts but noted its bloated runtime and uneven pacing, with its Rotten Tomatoes score recently dropping to 79%.
• In India, the movie crossed Rs 50 crore within six days but has seen declining daily collections, reflecting possible franchise fatigue.
• The film, with a production budget of $300–400 million, faced delays due to the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike and premieres globally today after screenings at Cannes.