The epic finale, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, is now streaming on Amazon Prime. This high-stakes thriller sees Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) in a desperate 72-hour mission to neutralize a rogue AI called ‘The Entity’ from triggering a global nuclear catastrophe. While a slow-burn start tests patience, the film delivers spectacular, jaw-dropping action sequences that make it a must-watch for fans of the franchise.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Movie Review (Amazon Prime)
The global sensation created by Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is truly unparalleled. Made with a budget of thousands of crores, the film has achieved profits on a similar scale. Starring Tom Cruise in the lead role, the movie is directed by Christopher McQuarrie. Having released in theatres on May 23rd this year, it arrived for streaming on a rental basis on Amazon Prime from August 19th. From December 4th, it became available to all subscribers in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and English.
Plot: The story begins with a voice message from American President Erica (Angela Bassett) to Agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise). ‘The Entity’ emerges as an immensely powerful system attempting to gain control over the nuclear powers of nine nations. It then prepares to wield its power against a major nation. The American defense establishment is alarmed, fearing their own country might be the first target.
As The Entity moves to control the nine nuclear-armed countries, the US defense system concludes it must be destroyed, or they will be forced to launch a nuclear strike themselves. They request Agent Ethan’s cooperation in this matter, asking him to hand over a secret ‘key’ in his possession. Ethan asks for a 72-hour deadline to solve the problem using that key.
An allied submarine, attacked by enemies, remains stranded on the ocean floor. Inside is a device called ‘Padkov,’ The Entity’s original source code. Ethan explains that connecting it to a digital ‘poison pill’ created by Luther and uploading it into cyberspace will neutralize all nuclear powers under The Entity’s control. The President warns that their action will commence immediately if the deadline passes. What does Ethan do to achieve his goal? What obstacles does he overcome? That forms the rest of the story.
Analysis: With publicity suggesting this is the final film from the Mission: Impossible series, fans have been eagerly awaiting it for a long time. In this context, its arrival on OTT in Telugu and other languages is a joyous event. Whenever a film from this series arrives, audiences expect a certain range of action sequences. However, this time, it seems more priority has been given to drama over action.
The protagonist bears the responsibility of preventing world nations from nuclear destruction. The daring decisions he takes and the life-risking stunts he performs play the lead role in this story. However, in the first 50 minutes, the story does not pick up pace to the level audiences might expect. The narrative gains momentum from around the point the hero sets foot on the sea. Until then, it feels somewhat stretched with dialogues.
Two action sequences related to the hero’s daredevil stunts feel worthy of this film’s caliber. The scene where he infiltrates the submarine on the ocean floor to retrieve a crucial device, and the sequence where he chases the villain in a biplane through the air for an object, leave the audience in awe. These two action scenes alone are at a level that makes the movie worth watching.
Performance: From nuclear power and digital virus to a secret ‘key,’ the director has succeeded in piquing audience interest in the plot. By setting a time limit to prevent a major catastrophe, he effectively builds suspense. One feels that trimming some of the first 50 minutes’ runtime could have scored even more points.
Tom Cruise and all other actors have performed exceptionally well. The cinematography for the scenes on the sea, inside the ocean depths, and the aerial stunt sequences is impressive. The background score also deserves credit for playing a major supporting role.
Verdict on Mission Impossible Final Reckoning Movie Review: This is a film packed with action and emotion. Visually, it is very impressive. However, the somewhat leisurely pacing of the first 50 minutes creates a sense of dissatisfaction and makes the runtime feel extended. If you are patient until that point, the story later reveals amazing visuals and introduces a unique world.
FAQs on Mission Impossible Final Reckoning Movie Review
Q: When and where can I watch Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning?
A: The film is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video from December 4th for all subscribers.
Q: In which languages is it available on Amazon Prime?
A: It is available in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and English languages.
Q: Is this the last Mission: Impossible movie?
A: It is marketed as the final chapter in the current story arc, though the franchise may continue.
Q: What is the main criticism in this Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning Review?
A: The primary criticism is the slow pacing and extended dialogue in the first 50 minutes of the film.
Q: Who are the main villains in the movie?
A: The primary antagonist is a rogue AI known as ‘The Entity,’ with Esai Morales playing a key villainous role.
Disclaimer: Mission Impossible Final Reckoning Movie Review
This review is based on the Telugu-dubbed version of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The opinions expressed are solely those of the original reviewer and translated for informational purposes. All movie details, including cast, crew, and release dates, are believed to be accurate at the time of writing. All trademarks and copyrights belong to their respective owners.