“It's less fun, and that's truly disappointing for a series that has given us some of the most exhilarating setpieces in action history.” Roger Ebert · 11 months ago
“ Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning isn't a perfect film, but it feels like the perfect send-off for this series.” Mission: Impossible
If your mission—should you choose to accept it—is to see a movie that prioritizes pure cinematic spectacle over a tight script, is a worthy, if flawed, farewell. Released in May 2025, the film currently holds a 70% on Metacritic and an 87% on Rotten Tomatoes , reflecting a divide between its breathtaking action and a bloated narrative. The Verdict: Pure Spectacle, Messy Story “It's less fun, and that's truly disappointing for
“Although stuffed to the brim with exposition dumps... it is a suitably epic collection of action perfection.” Facebook · Matt Ferguson it is a suitably epic collection of action perfection
At nearly three hours , many viewers feel the film is overstuffed. The first hour is particularly heavy on exposition and flashbacks as it tries to tie together all eight movies in the series.