'Mission Impossible 8' Dominates Box Office with Record-Breaking Opening Weekend

'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part Two' (hereafter 'Mission Impossible 8') has claimed the top spot at the box office during its opening weekend.

'Mission Impossible 8' is an action blockbuster where Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and the IMF team face a dire global threat, risking their lives for a singular mission. The film is praised for its extreme real action sequences and stunning teamwork, marking a pinnacle in the series. Tom Cruise, defying his age in his 60s, delivers breathtaking real action, offering a visual feast for audiences.

Setting the record for the best opening score of 2025, 'Mission Impossible 8' has drawn 762,805 viewers over its first two days, maintaining an unrivaled lead at the box office. Following a strong opening day, the film surpassed the opening scores of its predecessors, reaching over 760,000 viewers in just two days. With the milestone of one million viewers on the horizon, the film's future box office performance is highly anticipated.

'Mission Impossible 8' shines on the big screen with rich sound, showcasing Tom Cruise's unparalleled action and the film's grand scale set across the globe, revitalizing theaters. Audiences have shared their impressions, stating, "An action movie that leaves you in awe throughout," "The reason theaters exist... It's pointless to distinguish between Tom Cruise and 'Ethan Hunt' now," "The airplane scene is the epitome of action that only Tom Cruise could imagine," and "The high-altitude action is thrilling, proving real action without CGI is possible."

The eighth installment of the 'Mission Impossible' series, 'Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part Two,' is now playing in theaters nationwide.

By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr