Inside the Mission: Impossible World
By Radiocity Team
Published May 21, 2025
No Two Films Share the Same Director
Each installment from MI 1 to MI 6 had a different director, giving every film its own unique tone and style, from De Palma’s espionage thriller to McQuarrie’s.
Tom Cruise Owns the Franchise Rights
Tom Cruise’s production company, Cruise/Wagner Productions, co-owns the rights to the Mission: Impossible film series.
Year-Long Training for One Stunt
To perform the HALO jump in Fallout, Cruise trained for over a year and filmed it for real—no stunt double involved.
Stunts Done in Real Locations
From scaling the Burj Khalifa to high-speed chases, most stunts are done on real sets with minimal CGI.
Custom Gear for Iconic Stunts
For the Burj Khalifa climb, Cruise used specially made gloves with magnetic grip and trained on a full-scale replica.
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
Twisty K-Dramas You Can`t Miss
Manhwa With Zero Bad Fight Scenes
Cruise Flew the Helicopter Himself
In Fallout, Tom Cruise actually piloted the helicopter during the chase scene—while acting for the camera.
A Theme Song Like No Other
The Mission: Impossible theme uses a rare 5/4 time signature, giving it a unique and instantly recognizable rhythm.
Stories Where Evil Takes the Lead
