Tom Cruise Thanks Fans, Cast, and Crew for Historic Weekend
Los Angeles: Tom Cruise’s latest action spectacle, “Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning”, is making waves globally, smashing box office records within days of its release. The film, also known as Mission: Impossible 8, was released on May 23 across the U.S. and worldwide, and has already amassed a whopping ₹1,711.97 crore ($200 million) in just four days.
A Phenomenal Opening Weekend
According to a report by Variety, the film collected ₹539.44 crore ($63 million) in its opening weekend in the U.S. and reached ₹659.33 crore ($77 million) over the four-day holiday period. The film has been hailed as a major theatrical success, offering a thrilling cinematic experience to audiences across the globe.
Tom Cruise’s Heartfelt Message
Expressing gratitude, 62-year-old Tom Cruise shared an emotional note on social media:
“This has been a weekend for the history books. Congratulations and thank you to every filmmaker, every artist, every crew member, and every person working in studios who made this possible.”
He also acknowledged the contribution of exhibitors and theater staff, adding:
“Thank you to every theater and every employee who helps bring these stories to audiences. And to everyone at Paramount Pictures and Skydance – thank you for your years of partnership and support.”
A Tribute to Global Audiences
In a touching sign-off, Cruise wrote:
“Most of all, thank you to the audiences around the world – the ones we respect and love to entertain.”
Released in Multiple Languages, Including India
In India, the film released six days ahead of schedule, hitting theaters on May 17 instead of May 23. It was launched in Hindi, English, Tamil, and Telugu, making it accessible to a wide spectrum of audiences.
Directed by Christopher McQuarrie and presented by Paramount Pictures and Skydance, the film is a Tom Cruise production and the eighth installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise.
Star-Studded Cast Returns
The film features Tom Cruise reprising his iconic role as Ethan Hunt, joined by an ensemble cast including Hannah Waddingham, Katy O’Brian, Janet McTeer, Lucy Tulugarjuk, and Tramell Tillman. Familiar faces such as Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Henry Czerny, and Angela Bassett also return in pivotal roles.
Indian Box Office Performance
As per Sacnilk, Mission: Impossible 8 has grossed ₹2.25 crore on Day 11, taking its total collection in India to ₹77.10 crore. The strong performance reflects the franchise’s enduring popularity among Indian moviegoers.
With high-octane stunts, global appeal, and Cruise’s star power, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is cementing itself as one of the biggest blockbusters of 2025.
