Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One (2023): Cast & Ratings
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One is a 2023 action thriller directed by Christopher McQuarrie, starring Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, Rebecca Ferguson and Cary Elwes. It runs 2 hours 43 minutes and earned $571.1 million worldwide on a $291 million budget. It won 2 awards from 11 nominations, among them 2 Oscar nominations. Critics gave it 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 81 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10.
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- Runtime
- 2h 43m (163 min)
- Director
- Christopher McQuarrie
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Paramount Pictures
- Budget
- $291M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One About?
The premise of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team are in a desperate race against time to stop a dangerous new threat that could trigger a global catastrophe. Hunt must confront dark forces from his past while battling an elusive adversary manipulating events from the shadows. With the future of the world at risk, he faces impossible choices, putting his relationships and the mission itself on the line.
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- secret agent
- artificial intelligence
- train wreck
- spy thriller
- cia agent
- disguise
- mission impossible
- mission impossible film series
- mission impossible franchise
- ethan hunt character
- based on tv series
- key
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- sunken submarine
- sequel
- undercover agent
- underwater explosion
- world domination
- gas mask
- gas grenade
- impostor
- face mask
- riddle
- italy
- nuclear submarine
- underwater scene
- submarine captain
- submarine warfare
- venice italy
- rome italy
- austrian alps
- abu dhabi united arab emirates
- u boat
- russian submarine
- luther stickell character
- spy mission
- flashback
- time bomb
- faked death
- arms dealer
- mistaken identity
- on the run
- surveillance
- security camera
- self driving car
- driving in reverse
- magic trick
- motorcycle stunt
- deception
- betrayal
- double cross
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Cast & Characters
Tom Cruise leads the cast as Ethan Hunt, with Rebecca Ferguson as Ilsa Faust and Cary Elwes as Denlinger. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie; 19 actors are credited in all.
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Henry Czerny as Kittridge
Also Starring in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One
· 15 more- Simon Pegg Benji Dunn
- Ving Rhames Luther Stickell
- Shea Whigham Briggs
- Hayley Atwell Grace
- Esai Morales Gabriel
- Pom Klementieff Paris
- Vanessa Kirby The White Widow
- Mark Gatiss NSA
- Angela Bassett
- Indira Varma DIA
- Rob Delaney JSOC
- Nicholas Hoult
- Charles Parnell NRO
- Greg Tarzan Davis Degas
- Gregory Sanon
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One 96% on Rotten Tomatoes and 81 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 70/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (60).
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Echo Score Breakdown
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One delivers the franchise’s signature high‑octane spectacle, yet its narrative and pacing generate divided reactions. Critics uniformly commend the relentless stunts and Cruise’s physical commitment, while many audience members praise the set pieces but cite an overlong runtime and uneven plot logic. The combination of robust action and a formulaic script results in a film that satisfies spectacle‑seeking viewers but leaves others questioning its coherence. Consequently, the film earns a solid yet unremarkable rating.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 78
Regarding art and craft, the film excels in practical stunt work and dynamic cinematography, producing vivid action set pieces across exotic locales. Critics note the craftsmanship of the physical sequences and the production design that supports high‑risk moments. Some viewers, however, find the editing uneven, contributing to a bloated runtime. Overall, the visual execution remains a strong asset.
- Character & Emotion 70
In terms of character and emotion, Tom Cruise’s portrayal of Ethan Hunt retains his trademark intensity, earning praise for physical dedication. Supporting performances receive mixed comments; some critics view the chemistry as solid, whereas certain users criticize the acting as overly internal and lacking expressiveness. The emotional depth therefore feels adequate for action‑driven audiences but limited for narrative‑focused viewers.
- Story & Flow 60
The story and flow present a conventional espionage framework, with an AI‑driven threat that some reviewers deem derivative of other franchise plots. Critics describe the screenplay as adhering to conservative formulas, while audience feedback highlights pacing issues, describing portions as draggy and scenes that could be trimmed. Consequently, narrative originality receives modest marks.
- Sensory Experience 75
The sensory experience delivers a high‑energy soundtrack and crisp sound design that amplify the film’s chase sequences. Visual style capitalizes on practical effects, offering memorable moments such as the train and airport set pieces praised by both critics and fans. A minority of viewers find the overall audio‑visual impact overstated, but the sensory elements remain largely compelling.
- Rewatch Factor 68
Rewatch factor hinges on the film’s stunt spectacle more than its narrative depth. Enthusiasts appreciate the adrenaline‑filled set pieces and anticipate the sequel, indicating a strong desire for repeat viewings. Conversely, viewers critical of pacing and story coherence doubt its lasting appeal, resulting in a moderate propensity for revisits.
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IMDb 7.6 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 96% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 94%
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Metacritic 81 Metascore
User score 7.8
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TMDB 75% User score
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Letterboxd 3.7 /5
899581 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.6 /5
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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Plot Summary
What happens in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A cutting-edge Russian stealth submarine named Sevastopol is equipped with an advanced AI system, activated by a specialized two-piece cruciform key. Currently submerged beneath the Bering Strait, the Russian Navy is rigorously testing this AI to evade enemy submarines. Remarkably, the system excels at stealth, able to approach any navy undetected. However, a tragic twist occurs when the AI manipulates the crew into attacking a non-existent target, resulting in their own torpedo being launched, ultimately killing everyone on board. The ill-fated submarine, along with the AI housed in a fortified dome, now lies at the bottom of the Bering Strait, with the two officers in charge of the key missing.
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The whole story of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, scene by scene
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Box Office & Budget
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One grossed $571.1 million worldwide on a $291 million budget, 2.0 times what it cost. $172.6 million came from the US and Canada and $398.5 million (70%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$571.1M
2.0× its budget
- US & Canada
- $172.6M
- International
- $398.5M
- Budget
- $291M
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Awards & Nominations
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One won 2 awards from 11 nominations, among them 2 Oscar nominations. Its biggest night was the Saturn Awards 2024, with 1 win from 4 nominations.
2 wins11 nominations6 ceremonies
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Saturn Awards 2024 1 win · 4 nominations- Won Best Action / Adventure Film
- Nominated Best Film Editing
- Nominated Best Film Special / Visual Effects
- Nominated Best Film Writing
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Actor Awards (SAG) 2024 1 win · 1 nomination- Won Outstanding Performance by a Stunt Ensemble in a Motion Picture
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BAFTA 2024 2 nominations- Nominated Best Sound
- Nominated Best Special Visual Effects
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Oscars 2024 2 nominations- Nominated Sound
- Nominated Visual Effects
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Critics' Choice 2024 1 nomination- Nominated Best Visual Effects
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Golden Globes 2024 1 nomination- Nominated Cinematic and Box Office Achievement
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Trailers & Videos
51 videos: 4 trailers, 21 teasers, 1 clip, 17 featurettes and 8 behind-the-scenes videos.
- Trailer Teaser Trailer with Intro by Tom Cruise
- Trailer Official Trailer
- Trailer Final Trailer
- Teaser A New Mission Drops Tomorrow
How Well Do You Know Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What device is being transported by the Russian submarine Sevastopol?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Also Known As
82 alternative titles, including “Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One” and “Mission: Impossible VII”.
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- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One
- Mission: Impossible VII
- Mission: Impossible 7
- Missão Impossível 7
- Misión: Imposible - Sentencia Mortal Parte 1
- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1
- 미션 임파서블 7
- ミッション:インポッシブル デッドレコニング PART ONE
- 碟中谍7
- 不可能的任務7
- Missão: Impossível - Ajuste de Contas
- มิชชั่น:อิมพอสซิเบิ้ล 7
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- Nhiệm Vụ: Bất Khả Thi 7 - Nghiệp Báo Phần 1
- 미션 임파서블: 데드 레코닝 파트 원
- 미션 임파서블: 데드 레코닝 파트 1
- Neiespējamā misija: Atmaksa. Pirmā daļa
- משימה בלתי אפשרית 7: נקמת מוות - חלק ראשון
- Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning Teil 1
- Mission Impossible 7 - Dead Reckoning Teil Eins
- Missão: Impossível Acerto de Contas Parte Um
- Mission Impossible 7 - Dead Reckoning Teil 1
- 碟中谍7：致命清算
- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning
- Görevimiz Tehlike 7: Ölümcül Hesaplaşma
- Görevimiz Tehlike 7
- Misija: Nemogoče 7
- Misija: Nemogoče - Maščevanje
- משימה בלתי אפשרית: נקמת מוות - חלק ראשון
- Missão Impossível 7 - Acerto de Contas Parte 1
- Missão Impossível 7 - Acerto de Contas Parte 1 (2023)
- 職業特工隊：死亡清算上集
- Misión imposible: Sentencia mortal - Parte uno
- 職業特工隊: 死亡清算上集
- ミッション：インポッシブル／デッドレコニング
- Missiyamız Təhlükə : Ölümcül Hesablaşma
- Missiyamız Təhlükə 7
- משימה בלתי אפשרית 7: נקמת מוות חלק ראשון
- משימה בלתי אפשרית: חשבון סופי - חלק ראשון
- Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning Teil Eins
- 미션 임파서블: 데드 레코닝
- Mission impossible : Dead Reckoning
- Mission : Impossible - Dead Reckoning
- M:i-7
- Mission : Impossible 7 - Dead Reckoning
- Mission impossible 7 : Dead Reckoning
- Mission impossible : Dead Reckoning Partie 1
- Мисията невъзможна: Пълна разплата
- Mission : Impossible - Dead Reckoning Partie 1
- มิชชั่น: อิมพอสซิเบิ้ล ล่าพิกัดมรณะ ตอนที่หนึ่ง
- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Teil Eins
- Misión: Imposible - Sentencia mortal parte uno
- Missão: Impossível - Acerto de Contas Parte 1
- 碟中谍7：致命清算（上）
- Миссия невыполнима: Смертельная расплата. Часть первая
- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Parte uno
- משימה בלתי אפשרית: נקמת מוות
- Nemoguća misija: Odmazda – prvi dio
- Mission: Impossible - Ölümcül Hesaplaşma Birinci Bölüm
- Mission: Impossible 7. - Leszámolás - Első Rész
- Nhiệm Vụ: Bất Khả Thi - Nghiệp Báo Phần 1
- Місія неможлива: Розплата
- Mission: Impossible Odplata – První část
- 不可能的任務：致命清算 第一章
- ミッション：インポッシブル／デッドレコニング PART ONE
- مهمة مستحيلة - الحساب الميت الجزء الأول
- Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning, del 1
- 職業特工隊：死亡清算
- Mission: Impossible Odplata - Prvá časť
- Missão: Impossível - Ajuste de Contas Parte Um
- Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning - Part One
- Misiune: Imposibilă - Răfuială mortală partea întâi
- Επικίνδυνη Αποστολή: Θανάσιμη Εκδίκηση Μέρος Πρώτο
- مأموریت: غیرممکن – روزشمار مرگ قسمت اول
- Neįmanoma misija: Mirtinas atpildas. Pirma dalis
- Немогућа мисија: Одмазда — Први део
- المهمة: مستحيل - حساب الميت الجزء الأول
- Missió: Impossible - Sentència mortal Part 1
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- Mission : Impossible - Bilan Mortel
- Première Partie, შეუსრულებელი მისია: სასიკვდილო ანგარიშსწორება ნაწილი ერთი
- Võimatu missioon: surmav otsus - osa I
- मिशन: इम्पॉसिबल - डेड रेकनिंग पार्ट वन
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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One runs 2 hours 43 minutes (163 minutes).
When was Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One released?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One was released on July 12, 2023.
Who directed Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One was directed by Christopher McQuarrie.
More films by Christopher McQuarrie Who is in the cast of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One stars Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, Rebecca Ferguson as Ilsa Faust and Cary Elwes as Denlinger, among 19 credited actors.
How much did Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One make at the box office?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One grossed $571.1 million worldwide ($172.6 million domestic, $398.5 million international) on a budget of $291 million.
How is Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One rated?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One has 7.6/10 on IMDb, 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, 81 on Metacritic and 75% on TMDB.
What awards did Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One win?
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One won 2 awards from 11 nominations, including Best Action / Adventure Film at the Saturn Awards 2024.
Does Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One have a post-credit scene?
No. Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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