As a seasoned cinema enthusiast who’s witnessed the evolution of action movies since the days of Schwarzenegger and Stallone, I must admit that the prospect of Glen Powell stepping into Tom Cruise’s shoes for the Mission: Impossible franchise is nothing short of intriguing.
If Glen Powell decides to take up this challenge, he could potentially walk in the footsteps of Tom Cruise, as depicted in the Mission: Impossible series, and even have the approval of the franchise’s iconic star. During a conversation on The Pat McAfee Show, Powell was asked about rumors from The InSneider suggesting that he would be the new lead for the beloved action series. The actor, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Anyone but You, responded cryptically, as reported by Pat McAfee’s official X (formerly Twitter) account.
My mom would never let me do that. That’s the worst gig in town, everybody knows that. That’s a death, that’s a death trap [laughing].
The gossip about McAfee’s team originated from The Hollywood Handle, stating: “‘Top Gun: Maverick’ actor Glen Powell might be taking over Tom Cruise’s role in the ‘MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE’ series for possible upcoming sequels.’” However, it is important to note that this has not been verified by either Cruise or Paramount Pictures, and it should be regarded as an unconfirmed rumor until further evidence surfaces.
As a devoted movie enthusiast, let me share this intriguing tidbit: Tom Cruise, at present, is deeply engrossed in the directorial venture of Edgar Wright’s reinterpretation of “The Running Man.” Despite whispers about Tom potentially steering the IMF into the future as Ethan Hunt, it’s clear that Cruise isn’t ready to hang up his running shoes just yet. After all, the climactic chapter, “The Final Reckoning,” is still on the horizon.
Will Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning Mark the End for Tom Cruise?
Following a less-than-successful cinema release for “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning,” coupled with the setbacks brought about by the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strikes in 2023, the long-anticipated teaser for “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” was finally released on November 11. This debut trailer has since been watched over 15 million times and currently tops YouTube’s trending list.
It appears that the action movie series is continuing strongly with Tom Cruise leading the way. However, some speculate that the days of this 62-year-old actor dashing off on one mission after another may be drawing to a close. In fact, an anonymous source told RadarOnline in an interview from October 2024:
Tom possesses an extraordinary belief in his own invincibility, viewing himself as a superhuman capable of performing daring feats even into his later years. However, there’s always a potential for things to go terribly awry. What makes this situation alarming is that he continues to test the limits. He refuses to acknowledge that he’s growing older. It’s not just about the dangerous actions he’s undertaking; it’s also about his image and attitude.
It’s possible that Tom Cruise’s perceived “crazy invincibility complex” doesn’t hinder his strategic thinking. In fact, if Jeff Sneider’s report about Glen Powell is accurate, it suggests that “The Final Reckoning” might mark the end of the big-screen’s current version of Ethan Hunt – a role that Cruise has reportedly given high praise to Powell for his performance in Top Gun: Maverick. With Powell’s growing admiration from Cruise and his impressive acting credentials, it seems plausible that he could be an ideal successor for Cruise in the Mission: Impossible franchise.
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2024-11-13 04:04