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Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible films drew sharp criticism from the original TV cast, who felt the blockbuster series strayed too far from its roots. Despite their objections, the franchise has become a global hit.

Paramount once considered a future for Mission: Impossible without Tom Cruise at the helm. Find out which Marvel actor was lined up to take over and how Cruise managed to keep his iconic role.

From Cold War intrigue to world-ending threats, see how each Mission: Impossible film stacks up when judged by the scale and stakes of Ethan Hunt’s actual assignments.

Tom Cruise’s latest Mission: Impossible instalment has soared to the top spot on Paramount+, making a strong comeback after a lacklustre run at the box office.