‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ has arrived in Indian cinemas on May 17, a whole week before its US release. Fans are buzzing with excitement, especially because this might be the last time Tom Cruise plays the famous spy Ethan Hunt. Over the years, Cruise has become a global superstar, and the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series has been a huge part of his success. But have you ever wondered how much he earned for this latest film? Let’s dive into the numbers behind this massive movie and Tom Cruise’s paycheck.A movie with a massive budgetThis film is not just big in story, it’s big in money too. According to reports by the Siasat Daily, the budget for ‘The Final Reckoning’ is around Rs. 3,300 crore, which is about $400 million. That makes it one of the most expensive movies ever made.
Why so much? The movie was filmed in several countries, features huge action scenes, and has top-class special effects. All these things add up fast. Because of its massive cost, the film has to earn at least Rs. 8,300 crore worldwide just to break even. That’s a huge target to hit.
Tom Cruise’s pay for ‘The Final Reckoning’ (2025)So, how much did Tom Cruise get paid for this film? The same report reveals that he is expected to earn a whopping amount between Rs. 820 crore and Rs. 984 crore. This includes his main salary plus a big share of the movie’s profits. Since Tom Cruise is also a producer on the film, he gets extra money if the film does well.Clearly, Cruise’s earnings reflect how important he is to this franchise. The money he makes isn’t just for acting but also for producing, which means he gets a piece of the success when the film hits the big time.Tom Cruise’s pay from all ‘Mission: Impossible’ FilmsTom Cruise didn’t just act in these films — he also helped produce them. This means he has made a lot of money across the series. Here’s a quick look at how much he earned from each ‘Mission: Impossible’ movie, converted into Indian rupees today:
- ‘Mission: Impossible’ (1996): Rs. 576 crore
- ‘Mission: Impossible II’ (2000): Rs. 616 crore
- ‘Mission: Impossible III’ (2006): Rs. 616 crore
- ‘Ghost Protocol’ (2011): Rs. 616 crore
- ‘Rogue Nation’ (2015): Rs. 616 crore
- ‘Fallout’ (2018): Rs. 616 crore
- ‘Dead Reckoning Part One’ (2023): Around Rs. 574–820 crore
- ‘The Final Reckoning’ (2025): Expected Rs. 820–984 crore
These figures clearly show how Cruise’s pay has grown with every film, proving that the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series has been extremely profitable for him.Why such huge earnings?Tom Cruise’s earnings are huge because he is the heart and soul of the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise. His name alone draws millions of fans worldwide to theatres. Besides acting, Cruise’s role as a producer means he shares the risks and rewards. If the movie does well, he earns even more. Given the size of the budget and the stakes involved, Cruise’s salary reflects both his star power and the importance of the franchise in the global film industry.The excitement around the releaseThe film’s early release in India shows how much importance the makers are giving to the Indian market. Indian fans are excited not only because of the story but also because they might be watching Cruise as Ethan Hunt for the last time. With the film needing to earn over Rs. 8,300 crore worldwide to break even, the pressure is on. But with Cruise’s star power and the franchise’s loyal fans, ‘The Final Reckoning’ has a great chance to be a massive hit.What’s next for Tom Cruise?While ‘The Final Reckoning’ might be the last in the series, Tom Cruise’s career is far from over. He has proven time and again that he can deliver big hits and pull off jaw-dropping stunts. Fans are eager to see what he does next. But for now, all eyes are on ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’, both for its action-packed story and the huge numbers behind it.
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