Mission Impossible(1996) - Good Enough To Build A Franchise Around?

This week, Marc finally takes on a movie from one of Hollywood’s biggest action franchises Mission: Impossible (1996), directed by Brian De Palma and starring Tom Cruise.

Not seen it?

Our spoiler-free Nutshell gives you everything you need to decide whether this 90s spy thriller is your kind of movie.

Seen it?

Then join us as we dig deeper into the movie, uncover things you may have missed and see whether it stands up nearly 30 years later.

The Nutshell

A spoiler-free breakdown of the movie’s story, tone, style and influences, with comparisons to other films to help you decide if Mission: Impossible is worth your time.

The Unboxing

Everything you need to decide if this is your kind of movie — from its style, themes and plot to its espionage, mystery, tension and place in the action-thriller genre.

What Did You Miss?

We take a closer look at the details, filmmaking techniques and clues that might have passed you by — and ask whether they give you a reason to watch it again.

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