Upcoming Film: Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning

Holt McCallany, known for his roles in films like The Iron Claw and the Netflix series Manhunter, recently weighed in on the much-anticipated Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning. The film, set to be released on May 23, 2025, continues the saga of Ethan Hunt, played by Tom Cruise, as he confronts a perilous AI device known as “The Entity.”

The Role of Holt McCallany

In this upcoming installment, McCallany plays the secretary of defense, sharing the screen with Tom Cruise. During the premiere of his film The Amateur, he shared his enthusiasm about the project and his previous admiration for Cruise and director Christopher McQuarrie.

McCallany’s Praise for the Franchise and Its Creators

Expressing his appreciation for the Mission: Impossible series, McCallany stated, “I haven’t seen Mission: Impossible [The Final Reckoning] yet, but I’ve seen all of the preceding films and it’s a great franchise.” He was particularly taken by director Christopher McQuarrie, calling him a “wonderful guy” and emphasizing his talent as both a writer and director. McCallany fondly referred to him as “McQ.”

He further commented on Tom Cruise’s immense star power, expressing that his involvement lends significant weight to the film: “Tom is the biggest movie star in the world, and there’s a reason for that.” McCallany noted his excitement to partake in this highly regarded series’ conclusion, labeling it a “privilege to work for Chris McQ.”

Final Thoughts on the Franchise’s Conclusion

Tom Cruise has confirmed that Final Reckoning is expected to serve as the concluding chapter for the franchise, at least temporarily. He aimed for it to be a “satisfying conclusion to a 30-year story arc,” adding that he believes audiences will find the title fitting for the last installment.