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Mission: Impossible 1996

“Expect the impossible.”

★ 7.0/10 · 10,074 votes PG-13 AdventureActionThriller Released
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Directed by Brian De Palma

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What is Mission: Impossible?

The film "Mission: Impossible" is an action espionage thriller. The story revolves around Ethan Hunt, the leader of a crack espionage team, whose operation has gone awry with no explanation.

Type
Film
Year
1996
Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Release date
May 22, 1996
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Paramount Pictures, Cruise/Wagner Productions
Budget
$80,000,000
Revenue
$457,696,391
Genres
Adventure, Action, Thriller
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The film "Mission: Impossible" is an action espionage thriller. The story revolves around Ethan Hunt, the leader of a crack espionage team, whose operation has gone awry with no explanation. As a result, Ethan Hunt becomes a prime suspect in a mole penetration of the CIA. To clear his name, Hunt must investigate and uncover the real double agent responsible for the mole.

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“An elite espionage agent must clear his name after a mission goes wrong and he is framed.”

# suspenseful# intense# espionage# thriller
Reasons to watch
  • fast-paced plot
  • high-stakes tension
Keep in mind
  • complex narrative
  • intense sequences

Watch it if you enjoy high-stakes spy thrillers featuring elaborate heists and investigations.

The film contains intense action sequences and suspenseful themes suitable for mature audiences.

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Cast

Tom Cruise Ethan Hunt
Jon Voight Jim Phelps
Emmanuelle Béart Claire
Henry Czerny Kittridge
Jean Reno Krieger
Ving Rhames Luther
Kristin Scott Thomas Sarah Davies
Vanessa Redgrave Max
Ingeborga Dapkūnaitė Hannah
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Valentina Yakunina Drunken Female IMF Agent
Marek Vašut Drunken Male IMF Agent
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Nathan Osgood Kittridge Technician

Frequently asked questions

Who is the main character?

The story follows Ethan Hunt, the leader of an espionage team.

What is the central conflict?

Ethan Hunt is framed as a mole within the CIA following a failed operation.

What does Ethan Hunt need to do?

He must identify the real double agent to clear his name.

Is this an action film?

Yes, the film focuses on espionage and high-stakes operations.

Does the mission go as planned?

No, the initial operation goes awry with no immediate explanation.