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The third entry in Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible film series involves super Impossible Mission Forces (IMF) agent Ethan Hunt (Cruise) being forced back into the field just when he was planning on m... read more read more...arrying his girlfriend, Julia (Michelle Monaghan). The agency asks Hunt to save an operative (Keri Russell) he trained after weapons dealer Owen Davian (Philip Seymour Hoffman) kidnaps her. With the help of his field team -- played by Ving Rhames, Jonathan Rhys-Meyers, and Maggie Q -- Hunt achieves his goal, but becomes involved in a web of double-crosses that leave him wondering if he can trust his superiors (Billy Crudup and Laurence Fishburne). Eventually Davian threatens Julia's life in order to get away with his evil plan. Simon Pegg appears as an IMF tech expert. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

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PG-13, 2 hr. 5 min.

Directed by: J.J. Abrams

Release Date: May 5, 2006

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DVD Release Date: October 30, 2006

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  • CloudStrife84
    May 9, 2012
    CloudStrife84
    Lighting the fuse for the third time, we have once again become guests in a world where masked identities and high-tech gadgetry is just business as usual. Briskly paced and stuffed with suspense, the two-hour running time is anything but conspicious. At least in comparison to th... read moree inferior "MI2", which often prompted a few looks at the clock. This time around, the cast has received a nice upgrade as well, with the versatile Philip Seymour Hoffman as a malicious and very believable villain. Other additions include the sleek and sexy Maggie Q, a well-performing Laurence Fishburne and the very humorous Simon Pegg. All of whom does spot-on work with their roles, together with established veterans Tom Cruise and Ving Rhames. A lot of compliments can be given to the action as well, where the explosions and gunfire comes in rich and generous supply. It also boasts an advantageous increase in charm and sentiment; so if you're the type of person who enjoys a little humor with the thrills (as well as some tender romantic moments), you won't be left unsatisfied. For some reason though, I only gave this a 3 out of 5 rating when I first saw it back in 2006. Maybe I was having a bad day or something, because on this second viewing, I thought it was just as great as the original. A smart, ambitious and expertly directed crowd-pleaser, that certainly merits its reputation as above-average escapist fare.
  • phubbs1
    April 1, 2012
    phubbs1
    This is getting better, again the action is very very good, the film looks good and its become a little more adult or serious as time has passed, almost a 'Die Hard' style flick but not a 'Die Hard' beater. Again Mr Cruise likes himself too much with plenty of close ups and himse... read morelf generally being ultra slick n cool but the other cast members make up for it. Hoffman being a very close Alan Rickman beater as the evil villain and Pegg fitting in quite well with some good comic relief which was surprising actually, luckily his humour isn't too much.

    Basically the adult edge is a winner but its still nothing too special and nothing we haven't seen before in many other spy films (I'm trying not to mention [i]Bond[/i] again) but its good to see the team aspect back in and 'Hunt' (Cruise) not being the main focus (even though he is really). One issue that I don't like about all these M.I. films is the fact that 'Mr Hunt' seems virtually impervious to any kind of damage from anything haha I realise the films are non realistic spy fluff but there does come a point where you gotta think certain things would kill the guy.

    Surprisingly good film from Mr Abrams and also surprising Mr Cruise didn't continue with another ego creaming bonanza this time, well not too much, he must of got the message from number two. Yes Mr Cruise...your face isn't a religious icon for the world, get over yourself.
  • fb1463751009
    March 10, 2012
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    The best of the 3 Mission: Impossible's (I loved the first, despised the second). Enough action, tension, and heart to make this an incredibly engaging popcorn flick.
  • fb100001048934982
    January 28, 2012
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    J.J. Abrams' 'Mission Impossible III' is a step in the right direction for the franchise. The acting is great, the effects are vivid, and the thrills aren't cheap. The director seems to have injected new life into the franchise, mainly with the help of a great plot and interestin... read moreg characters to carry out the script.
  • sanjurosamurai
    January 16, 2012
    sanjurosamurai
    with all 4 films in view, this is the best of the series for me. great pacing and editing, a compelling story, and worthwhile characters. it had its cliche moments, but overall was very engaging.
  • fb733768972
    December 20, 2011
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    Now this is what I'm talking about! Finally, a Mission to call great! Mission Impossible 3 is the most recent instalment in it's franchise, and after seeing that they can make such an amazing movie after lacking so much story in the first two films, is brilliant. It is hard to sa... read morey this about films these days, but I guess in this case, third time is a charm. With stunning visuals, a heart-pumping plot and story, characters that we actually care about, and a final act that will literally stop your heart, this film stands out as the best in the series so far. Ethan Hunt is back and better than ever, and the villain is portrayed with excellence by Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Well done Abrams, well done!
  • TheDudeLebowski65
    August 29, 2011
    TheDudeLebowski65
    I never really was a big Mission Impossible fan. I liked the films, but I never got the big deal as to why they were seen as classics. I've seen them all, and I have to say that of the three MI films, that this is the most solid, most entertaining film of the three. What separate... read mores this film from the first two is the effective performance of Philip Seymour Hoffman as the films villain, Owen Davian. I thought his performance alone made this film worth watching, and it added a lot more thrills to the overall pace of the film. The performances here are good as well, and I thought the story was the most effective and engaging of the three films. The film is action packed and should appeal to fans of the first two films. This is a good film with lots going for it, and I thought it was always thrilling and exciting. After the weaker second film, the filmmakers were able to get faster fuel in the tank, and create this high octane actioner that is one intense ride. As a person who never really got into the films, I liked them yes, but they're not my favorite action films; I thought this was a terrific, action packed third entry that delivered something memorable to the screen. This is the best film in the Mission Impossible series hands down, and if you felt that the second part was slightly weak, then this film might change your mind. The film delivered non stop thrills and was a well made action film. Director J.J Abrams has made a solid action picture and the result is a fun cinematic experience.
  • CreedsDelight
    August 15, 2011
    CreedsDelight
    A truly magnificent sequel to the first two 'Mission Impossible' films. Not only is the third the best in the series, it is definitely the best film for the year it was released and is extremely well made. Tom Cruise is one of y favorite actors and will always remain that due to ... read morehis ability to make a film instantly likable just with his presence (Tropic Thunder, Knight and Day, etc.), as well as being a great action movie star, and he continues to show off his talent by not only giving a great performance as Ethan Hunt, but by doing [most of] his own stunts. This is a great sequel that is truly magnificent.
  • fb729949618
    August 5, 2011
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    Tom Cruise is good once again. I really liked what they did with the facial masks, pretty cool. J.J. Abrams proves why he's got loads of talent.
  • DreamExtractor
    June 9, 2011
    DreamExtractor
    By far the best in the series. Mission Impossible 3 was a genius action spy movie that is truly one of a kind. JJ Abrhams has only directed 3 movies and he is already one of my favorite Directors, because he knows that this series could be taken to the next level, and it was. ... read moreThe plot was genius and it really takes twists and turns, and at the end we we realized we watched an amazing film. Tom Cruise is one of my least favorite actors, but its not his acting, because of him just being a weird guy in real life, but even i have to admit this is one of his best performances I have ever seen him do and I want to see what he does in the fourth film. Other acting performances like Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Michelle Monaghan were great too. The action is by far the best in the film, as Abrhams has shown us in his later films that he truly is great with effects and he takes action to new heights. The movie is never boring, there is always something cool or interesting going on, even the start of the movie starts us off with a eye opening scene. My only problem was probabaly that Michele Monoghans acting was great, but I found it weird where she started fighting nere the end, but other than that it was a tremendous film and I highly recommend it.

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Critic Reviews

David Ansen
November 1, 2007
David Ansen, Newsweek

...this snappy installment is a marked improvement over John Woo's surprisingly dull sequel, though the set pieces lack the elegance and visual coherence of the Brian de Palma original. Full Review

Joe Morgenstern
June 22, 2006
Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal

The summer's first action epic does exactly what it's supposed to do, more clearly than M:i:I, and more likeably than M:i:II. Full Review

Rex Reed
May 10, 2006
Rex Reed, New York Observer

As idiot movies go, this one is as sub-mental as you might expect. Full Review

Andrew Sarris
May 10, 2006
Andrew Sarris, New York Observer

My final reaction to Mission: Impossible III is one of bemused tolerance and even mild absorption in all the silliness. Full Review

David Edelstein
May 9, 2006
David Edelstein, New York Magazine

There are no flourishes to savor. Instead, there are big-deal stunts. Full Review

Anthony Lane
May 8, 2006
Anthony Lane, New Yorker

The grand finale? A fistfight, after which somebody gets run over. Listen, if I want to see that kind of action, I don't go to Shanghai. I don't even go to the movies. I go to the South Bronx and stan...

Richard Roeper
May 8, 2006
Richard Roeper, Ebert & Roeper

The best of the three. Full Review

Peter Howell
May 5, 2006
Peter Howell, Toronto Star

Abrams knows how to frame a shot and how to propulsively push both action and love stories, but logic continues to elude him as much as it did De Palma and Woo. Full Review

Roger Moore
May 5, 2006
Roger Moore, Orlando Sentinel

If Mission: Impossible 3 is the first pitch of the popcorn-movie season, just two words come to mind -- butter up. Full Review

Liam Lacey
May 5, 2006
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail

What summer movies aspire to -- a slick demonstration of hot buttered entertainment that will probably slide you right out of the theatre before you even stop to ask a logical question or two. Full Review

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    • Ethan Hunt: I'm gonna die unless you kill me.
    • Musgrave: This message, let's call it my excellent engagement gift to you, will self-destruct in five seconds.
    • Theodore Brassel: Mr. Musgrave, please don't interrupt me when I'm asking rhetorical questions.
  • Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and Luther Stickell (Ving Rhames) are the only two characters who appear in all three "Mission Impossible" films.
  • Katie Holmes and Jessica Alba were both considered for the role of Julia, the wife of Ethan Hunt (Cruise). However, Michelle Monaghan was cast instead.
  • Thandie Newton was asked to reprise her role as professional thief, Nyah Nordoff Hall, but declined in order to spend more time with her family.
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