Mission: Impossible III
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: May 5, 2006
7.8
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RyneD.May 10, 2006
This film was incredible!!!! Everyone of the cast members is amazing! (Especially Tom and MICHELLE) J.J Well Done!!!!!!!!!!
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stasz.May 10, 2006
By far one of the best action movies. Watch and Chill, don't expect oscar elements. Nothing but great entertainment value.
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AlexeyA.May 5, 2006
Probably the best action movie ever.
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BillyB.Dec 6, 2006
Not only is this movie just as good as the first two, but I would even say it was my favorite. With new concepts and a good story line, I thought this movie was excellent!
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JPKJul 9, 2019
Pretty Enjoyable
With a crisper script than the second film, Mission Impossible 3 is a good start to JJ. Abrams’s amazing career.
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MahmusSep 25, 2020
it's not as slick and elegant as the subsequent entries (in fact, the shaky cam can get very annoying) and some plot points could have been developed better, but after John Woo john wooed the hell out of the second one, this was a step in theit's not as slick and elegant as the subsequent entries (in fact, the shaky cam can get very annoying) and some plot points could have been developed better, but after John Woo john wooed the hell out of the second one, this was a step in the right direction.

This entry does some of the best thing in the franchise.
Tom Cruise gives his best performance as Ethan Hunt, it has the best use of masks in the whole series, it introduced Benji (aka. the best character in the series) and, most importantly, it has the best villain of the franchise.
In fact, can we put Phillip Seymour Hoffman's character amongst the best villains of all time please? Because he's absolutely terrifying in this movie.

Is it perfect? No. Is the ending corny? FYes. But it's also the most underrated Mission: Impossible movie.… Expand
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HabibiehakimMar 21, 2023
Finally, with the new fresh upcoming creative director at the time, J. J. Abrams not only made a banger directorial debut of his career, he also made hopefully the going back to the track saver of this franchise with Mission: Impossible III,Finally, with the new fresh upcoming creative director at the time, J. J. Abrams not only made a banger directorial debut of his career, he also made hopefully the going back to the track saver of this franchise with Mission: Impossible III, an again exciting and great action spy movie with now more convincing story and less cheesy, better villain, and better performance by all the cast including Tom Cruise, and Michelle Monaghan, her appearance and performance were just lovable in this movie, i love it, a bit too complicated story with a lot of twist that overall still a very good one and engaging one, great score, it's a great, intense, and exciting fun film to watch, and it's one of the best in the franchise for sure.… Expand
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jwt7000Aug 6, 2012
One of the best action adventure movies I have ever watched despite a good chill and thrill by the great director of J.J. Abrams. I also liked the great cast and of course a chilling plot.
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JaredB.Jan 12, 2007
This is, in my opinion, the best "Mission Impossible" film yet. Tom Cruise gives the character of Ethan Hunt a level of depth that I didn't find in the other two movies. I also enjoyed Ving Rhames as Arthur Stickell, Hunt's This is, in my opinion, the best "Mission Impossible" film yet. Tom Cruise gives the character of Ethan Hunt a level of depth that I didn't find in the other two movies. I also enjoyed Ving Rhames as Arthur Stickell, Hunt's right-hand man. Philip Seymour Hoffman was a better bad guy than anyone in the last two films. My advice: If you haven't seen this, rent or buy it as soon as possible.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeMay 11, 2016
J.J Abrams saved the Mission: Impossible franchise from going down the drain, but still as always, not as great as you wanted it to be, but still works.
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arostislavnaAug 3, 2023
I genuinely enjoyed every part of this film.

Well done, not a masterpiece, but has everything I could possibly want.
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7
TonydannieMay 5, 2006
Hey folks! Well I just got back from a lonely midnight show of Tom Cruise's MI:3. I got to say, I am a bit Dissapointed. Not That I was not Entertained. The First 3 Quarters Of the Movie Is what you would expect from a Mission Hey folks! Well I just got back from a lonely midnight show of Tom Cruise's MI:3. I got to say, I am a bit Dissapointed. Not That I was not Entertained. The First 3 Quarters Of the Movie Is what you would expect from a Mission Impossible Flick. [***SPOILERS***] Lots of Action, Haging On wires, Wearing the Villains Face as a mask. Tom Cruise Grinning Like an Idiot every 20 seconds.(I kidd) I was Hooked. The Bridge sequence was amazing. It is The last act where It lost me. The Villain's Demise was not what I was expecting it to be. It was a Tad weak. Don't get me wrong Seymore Hoffman was deliciously evil Through out the movie And to me a character that evil deserves a better kill off then what he got. There was no BIG finale!! Looking back at the First 2 movies(Second being my Favorite) They Got it right. The London terminus sequence on the first and the Bike Chase on the second. This one lacked that punch. And I am sorry. It was WEAK. And I do not think that Ethan Hunt should settle down. And though the action was top notch i would really love for this so called "new" directors to stop shaking the damn camera everytime there is action in the frame. i want to enjoy it. not get nosious. All in all it was entertaining, but it was not cinematic enough. it felt like i was watching a tv show. Hmmm...I wonder why? JJ Abrahams Needs to get rescued of that Damn deserted Island.… Expand
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JakeMay 6, 2006
Only the ending sucked....you know if you've seen it. Other than that, just one crazy action scene after another. Way better than the 2nd one (it sucked! come on people! the car wreck scene was so GAY!).
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ConradS.May 7, 2006
Its quite entertaining, but there's nothing I haven't seen before.
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VerbalK.May 7, 2006
A great combination of the the first two movies' strengths. It felt like an extended version of the original television series. Great. If this is any indication of the summer to come, we are in good shape. JJ Abrams Trek venture is now A great combination of the the first two movies' strengths. It felt like an extended version of the original television series. Great. If this is any indication of the summer to come, we are in good shape. JJ Abrams Trek venture is now highly anticipated for me. The bridge scene is riveting. Kong and the T-rexes riveting. Give Tom Cruise his props, not one of the three MIs has been a bomb. I feel justified in stating that these films are the closest equivalent to 007 we have. Moms, grandpops, and teenies likes MI. Fanboys stick to Bourne's mole-hunt upon mole-hunt contrived euro-sedan chase sequences. Don't get it twisted, I like those films, choppy editing and all, its just that they has strayed SO far from the brilliant source material. Which brings me full circle. IMF in Peter Graves' day was always about the hacker, the strongman, and the make-up artist. The fact that dude is crazy in real life adds to the believability that Ethan Hunt would do the insane base-jumping stunts in each movie. Oprah's coach was just conditioning. Props to VIC ARMSTRONG the second unit director AND stunt coordinator. He Indy being drug behind the nazi benz cargo truck in Raiders. Cruise and Abrams have managed to interject the Tom's personal life(engagement/googley eyes) into a blockbuster and it took NADA away from the characterization, plot, or tone of the film. Jason Strahams and Karl Urbans take note. This is how to do it. He didn't have me at hello... But MI:3 had me at the lip reading, the execution scene, and moonwalking up and down the Vatican walls. Let see Robert Langdon do that!… Expand
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ChadS.May 12, 2006
Tom Cruise isn't a chameleon like Billy Bob Thornton, in which a superior acting ability can make an audience forget his controversial personal life. Ethan Hunt is, indeed, Tom Cruise, here in action star-mode, as opposed to his Tom Cruise isn't a chameleon like Billy Bob Thornton, in which a superior acting ability can make an audience forget his controversial personal life. Ethan Hunt is, indeed, Tom Cruise, here in action star-mode, as opposed to his "I'm a serious actor"-mode, in which he says things like "You complete me," and "Respect the cock." When he wears shades(he's crying, yes, but it also could be construed as aloofness towards his Catholic surroundings) at a funeral where crosses are present, we're aware of his religious beliefs. An explosive device(read: potentially, a psychotropic drug) seems to kid his war against psychiatry. He also tells a colleague that his love is "real". What surprised me about "MI3" is that the official narrative is more fun than the subtext. It's a lot of fun. Keri Russell gives the early scenes a kick in a great casting-against-type performance.… Expand
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josakMay 15, 2006
I think people giving this movie a bad rating are just picky bastards to tell you the truth. You know -- those people, who have to be critical just to be, because they can't sit down and just enjoy a movie for what it is. And anyone I think people giving this movie a bad rating are just picky bastards to tell you the truth. You know -- those people, who have to be critical just to be, because they can't sit down and just enjoy a movie for what it is. And anyone ragging on this movie because of Tom Cruise needs to get a life. Who's worse - a scientologist, or a guy who pays more attention to somebody elses life than his own? Anyway, this is a straight up, pumped up action movie; but it has brains, and lotso drama. It's crazy, I was pretty blown away actually. My only quibble is that the dialogue could have been better in a few scenes. Other than that, I was pleasantly surprised. No, it's probably not better than MI:1 -- and anything is better than MI:2. Regardless, go see this movie.… Expand
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ChristopherMay 5, 2006
Wasn't bad. Better than I expected. It should have been called The Alias Movie. Better than the second, but nowhere near as good as the original.
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A.MartinezMay 5, 2006
Over the top? Yes, that's why it's so good. Some one also told them to keep the backstabbing plots simple and the action coming. The first movie, way too complicated. Second, better. Third, the best, I think. It kicks butt, and Over the top? Yes, that's why it's so good. Some one also told them to keep the backstabbing plots simple and the action coming. The first movie, way too complicated. Second, better. Third, the best, I think. It kicks butt, and Philip Seymour Hoffman as the bad guy? Very cool.… Expand
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ZapistoF.May 5, 2006
Woah....I mean WOOAAHH...that's a freaking action movie. J.J. Abrams just reinvented how to make one. I was not a fan of his work with Alias, and I found the pilot of Lost to be ok. So, I didn't have all that high of expectations Woah....I mean WOOAAHH...that's a freaking action movie. J.J. Abrams just reinvented how to make one. I was not a fan of his work with Alias, and I found the pilot of Lost to be ok. So, I didn't have all that high of expectations going in, but man....scene after scene after scene of "edge of your seat"/penetrating/visionary action. Tom Cruise is at his best here, as is the entire cast. The accompanying score is phenomenal. Shout it from the rafters. J.J. ABRAMS is a freaking genius and Tom is a genius for getting him to do this movie!!!!!… Expand
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DanGermanMay 5, 2006
Excellent action, great pace, top performances.
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LuisR.May 6, 2006
I simply loved it! pure action and thrill during all the film, enjoyable and great!
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MarcD.May 6, 2006
I had a hell of a lot of fun with this movie. In fact, there was not a stretch longer than about 2 minutes in the film in which I wasn't grabing my face, pulling my hair, or kicking the seat in front of me because of all the I had a hell of a lot of fun with this movie. In fact, there was not a stretch longer than about 2 minutes in the film in which I wasn't grabing my face, pulling my hair, or kicking the seat in front of me because of all the crazy/original sh*t going on on the screen. I came into this movie having somewhat liked the first two and not totally excited to see how Tom probably acts with Katie, but if you're like me, you'll drop that 'tude as soon as the first action sequence kicks into gear. I like "Alias" a lot, and this movie seemed like Alias on Steroids. Yes, the cream AND the clear. The storyline wasn't as convoluted as the first one was. Don't want to spoil any plot points. I'll just say that it was worth the $$ to make this thing, so just go see it.… Expand
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ManfredP.May 6, 2006
Let's get one thing straight, right off the bat: this is not the incredible gem of a movie that was DePalma's 'Mission: Impossible', but it is also significantly...and I mean, significantly...better than John Woo's Let's get one thing straight, right off the bat: this is not the incredible gem of a movie that was DePalma's 'Mission: Impossible', but it is also significantly...and I mean, significantly...better than John Woo's abysmal attempt at trying to mix oil and water (namely, his own style and the 'M:I' movie franchise) that the world must regretfully refer to as 'Mission: Impossible II'. Within ten seconds of the Paramount logo disappearing into the ether, you are hooked. Utterly hooked. The trademark pre-title sequence is intense and masterfully constructed, and is arguably the best piece of film in the entire movie. And what a place to put it. The plot itself lacks any real complexity, but what it lacks in overt intelligence it more than makes up for in how completely engaging and entertaining it actually is. The emotional beats are right on cue - although this can be called into question slightly in the closing minutes of the movie - and the action scenes are visceral, real and are actually incredibly scary for a PG-13 movie. There are plenty of thoroughly satisfying teamwork sequences that are highly satisfying to watch on a number of levels, and the film thrills, amuses and shocks for its entire duration. Not much can top a showdown between an IMF mentor and student on the top of a speeding bullet train, but Abrams does a damn good job at pitching the stakes of the finalé on a suitably 'impossible' level to mentioned respectfully after Hunt's suicidal Channel Tunnel dash in the first movie. In terms of acting: Cruise is at his superstar best, Hoffman is deliciously evil and wonderful as the entirely uncompassionate bad guy, Rhames is more implemented than ever before and exuding his usual sense of cool, and Simon Pegg delivers some very welcome humour to the movie. There are nods to previous Mission: Impossible movies, including the famed wire-drop from the first film when Hunt and company decide to...get this...infiltrate the Vatican (a scene that is accompanied by a charmingly amusing performance of Cruise going all Italian), and even a small homage to 'Top Gun'. Yes, this is a Tom Cruise film. But - as this movie goes to show - that's no bad thing by any stretch of the imagination. This thing is gripping, enthralling, and surprisingly taught for a movie that clocks in at just over two hours in length. For now, at least, the first movie remains unchallenged as the masterpiece of the franchise. It is the ultimate 'M:I' experience and is crafted with the mastery one would expect from a filmaker like DePalma; Abrams is still a novice by comparison. But, rest assured, 'Mission: Impossible III' is one mission you'll be more than happy to accept as a kick-ass Summer blockbuster that is thoroughly satisfying on every level.… Expand
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D.N.May 6, 2006
The best of the series. It's everything you want it to be.
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BarbW.May 7, 2006
This is a pure action/thriller movie with lots of 'edge of your seat' thrills. Tom Cruise shows that he still has that movie star 'magic', something that so few actors possess. That's a pretty amazing feat, This is a pure action/thriller movie with lots of 'edge of your seat' thrills. Tom Cruise shows that he still has that movie star 'magic', something that so few actors possess. That's a pretty amazing feat, considering the constant bullying and harassment he receives from the press. Go see this movie, if only to see a true movie star at his best! (The non-stop action and excitement doesn't hurt either).… Expand
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JaredCMay 7, 2006
Explosions, stunts, and espionage....what more could you want?
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FairisMay 8, 2006
Well-made movie. Edge of seat stuff with great pacing, nice action sequences + a few laughs here and there. Just let down by the ending which was low-key (maybe i was expecting John Woo's MI:II ending which indeed was spectacular). And Well-made movie. Edge of seat stuff with great pacing, nice action sequences + a few laughs here and there. Just let down by the ending which was low-key (maybe i was expecting John Woo's MI:II ending which indeed was spectacular). And i thought Hoffman's Davian was one-dimensional.. i mean, yeah, i'm convinced that he's mean and stuff but not much characterization took place.. what made the guy he was, what's he motivation that kind of stuff, y'know. But hey, it's a pop-corn movie so didn't expect that anyways..… Expand
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SusanM.May 8, 2006
Yes, yes, YES! This movie has everything that belongs in a good action movie, and nothing that doesn't. Go see it!
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[Anonymous]May 9, 2006
This movie was pretty good there wasn't a lot of plot but it was very intense and I thought it was a pretty fun movie.
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EfeB.Jun 12, 2006
tom cruise must be the best actor who ever lived because he takes the impossible and makes it possible.
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MikeS.Jun 19, 2006
Great ending employer of Tom criuse realizes he was set up and gives him the accommodation he deserves.
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CraigA.Jun 2, 2006
Hugely entertaining - even if it has the world's most predictable plot twist. Oooo, I wonder who the REAL mole is?
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MatthewR.Jun 3, 2006
90% Yes predictable, girl gets kidnapped guy comes to rescue her, yep dont we all know by now. There are some "seen before moments" but there are some places that will keep you asking what happens next. Plus any funnies in the the film are 90% Yes predictable, girl gets kidnapped guy comes to rescue her, yep dont we all know by now. There are some "seen before moments" but there are some places that will keep you asking what happens next. Plus any funnies in the the film are well placed. "You've got to be kidding me". Nope I am not, it's not a classic and unless you have something you need to do you should go watch it.… Expand
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ConorS.Jun 26, 2007
The real show-stealer here is Philip Seymour Hoffman, who brings a serious brutality and rage to the part of the villain in this third installment. He does just what any good villain should do: he makes us hate him and want to see him dead. The real show-stealer here is Philip Seymour Hoffman, who brings a serious brutality and rage to the part of the villain in this third installment. He does just what any good villain should do: he makes us hate him and want to see him dead. The plot also works nicely enough, and the rest of the cast do their jobs well.… Expand
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JimB.May 15, 2006
I'm confused; I see people calling this movie "enjoyable" and "entertaining" , yet "not nessarily a good movie." What kind lunacy is this? This is just your stereotypical critic: a guy who nit-picks just because he can. What happened to I'm confused; I see people calling this movie "enjoyable" and "entertaining" , yet "not nessarily a good movie." What kind lunacy is this? This is just your stereotypical critic: a guy who nit-picks just because he can. What happened to a movie being judged on it's entertainment value? Kind of common sense, right? I tend to use that a alot, I'm just non-intellectual like that. I mean... makes sense to me, a movie entertains me... it probably deserves a higher score. These are the same guys, who rate snorefests a 10 because of great acting and dialogue. That's all well and good, and it certainly helps a movie, but if it's still not that entertaining, is that "nesessarily a good movie?" I'll let you ponder that question. Meanwhile, go see this movie.… Expand
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IanI.May 19, 2006
Dispite the fact that the first two movies recieved a cumulative metascore of 60 and this one recieved a 66 this is not the better movie. MI3 is better than MI2 by far but not nearly as good as MI. It was an adiquitly entertaining film that Dispite the fact that the first two movies recieved a cumulative metascore of 60 and this one recieved a 66 this is not the better movie. MI3 is better than MI2 by far but not nearly as good as MI. It was an adiquitly entertaining film that does nothing more than what you would expect (perhaps a little less) and leaves you compleatly undazzeled. [***SPOILERS***] movie would be better if they left out the first scene revealing that cruise would be captured by the bad guy at the end therefor reaveling that no matter what he did durring the movie you knew for a fact that the bad guy would not die untill that scene was compleate and so in all the scenes there was no suspense, you also already knew he would not get to his wife in time and she would be eventualy captured just like hoffman claimed he would do. Dumb Move. It added nothing to the movie and detracted everything.… Expand
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RobertB.May 22, 2006
Perfect summer action fair, Entertaining.
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MitchMay 20, 2006
First of all, it's a Mission Impossible movie. If you go to see that, you won't be disappointed. I liked this movie a lot more than the previous two. Actually, this movie felt a lot more "Mission Impossible" than any of the First of all, it's a Mission Impossible movie. If you go to see that, you won't be disappointed. I liked this movie a lot more than the previous two. Actually, this movie felt a lot more "Mission Impossible" than any of the previous films. More teamwork, more choreographed espionage. It was a really fun, adventure flick. See it in a good theatre. The sound was really well done.… Expand
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BenB.May 29, 2006
cracking action movie with enough stunts, break-ins, and action to make up for all its faults, which include a rather lame love story and a HORRIBLE burglary sequence. that said, anyone who doesn't have fun with this movie doesn't cracking action movie with enough stunts, break-ins, and action to make up for all its faults, which include a rather lame love story and a HORRIBLE burglary sequence. that said, anyone who doesn't have fun with this movie doesn't like movies. This is highly entertaining and watchable no matter who you are.… Expand
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MathieuL.May 29, 2006
The best of the three! Solid action sequences and the most poignant scenes of emotion of any Mission movie. Tom Cruise is astonishing, but Philip Seymour Hoffman should have got much more screen time. Overall, a great action drama and a nice The best of the three! Solid action sequences and the most poignant scenes of emotion of any Mission movie. Tom Cruise is astonishing, but Philip Seymour Hoffman should have got much more screen time. Overall, a great action drama and a nice summer blockbuster.… Expand
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WillE.May 5, 2006
This movie surpassed my expectations. it is saved by it's supporting cast: Hoffman is perfect as the ultimate bad guy, Keri Russel gives a suprisingly intense performance, simon pegg provides the great comic relief. JJ Abram'sThis movie surpassed my expectations. it is saved by it's supporting cast: Hoffman is perfect as the ultimate bad guy, Keri Russel gives a suprisingly intense performance, simon pegg provides the great comic relief. JJ Abram's direction is spot-on. there really isnt much that misses, except some "yeah right" moments. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!… Expand
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TehanuA.May 6, 2006
The absolute best movie of the year! I thought that this movie was one of the best ones that they have made. The suspense and action kept me from taking a bathroom break! This movie is worth the 7 bucks to get in, and more!
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DDMay 6, 2006
I thought it was great. i went in expecting nothing more than an action flick with tech-savvy scenes, a standard plot and random twist at the end, and that's what they gave. don't read into it too much, just enjoy. it's theI thought it was great. i went in expecting nothing more than an action flick with tech-savvy scenes, a standard plot and random twist at the end, and that's what they gave. don't read into it too much, just enjoy. it's the perfect platform to cruise to exist in his continued psychotic weirdness.… Expand
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TommyCruzeMay 7, 2006
I am absolutely speechless. I loved this movie. It deserved a 100000000. If you love action (actually if you love anything) this is the perfect movie. Everything was perfect and this movie was a a lot better than the first two. Please go see I am absolutely speechless. I loved this movie. It deserved a 100000000. If you love action (actually if you love anything) this is the perfect movie. Everything was perfect and this movie was a a lot better than the first two. Please go see this movie. You do not know what you are missing out on if you miss this movie. Tom Cruise..... perfect. Bravo. Bravo. Bravo.… Expand
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SarahL.May 8, 2006
Great action movie. Cruise is a great hero and Hoffman is the best vilain.
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ScottN.May 8, 2006
MI3 displays an impressive breadth of nuanced direction, subtle acting and an engaging romantic interest with the requisite spectacular effects and stunts. This film rivets you to your seat as stupendous action sequences alternate with MI3 displays an impressive breadth of nuanced direction, subtle acting and an engaging romantic interest with the requisite spectacular effects and stunts. This film rivets you to your seat as stupendous action sequences alternate with intrigue and suspense as the plot cascades to Europe, Asia - even the Vatican - under the relentless threat of the dreaded … Expand
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basssMay 9, 2006
The movie was awsome and intense with some thrills thrown in.
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DaniJun 22, 2006
Definitely action-packed with some romance thrown in.
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JasonM.Jun 4, 2006
exactly what I was looking for in an action movie. Congrats JJ.
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SeamusMay 11, 2006
Definitely better than MI:2 which was perhaps the worst movie ever made; on par with the first one in my opinion.
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MovieS.May 12, 2006
A return to solid, gratifing action movie making.
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J.GuntenMay 14, 2006
MI-3 is a near-prefect blend of romance, devotion, emotion, high action, intelligent plotting, surprisingly innovative solutions to problems, and enough flash-bang to turn up the adrenalin. I was happily surprised by the MI-3 is a near-prefect blend of romance, devotion, emotion, high action, intelligent plotting, surprisingly innovative solutions to problems, and enough flash-bang to turn up the adrenalin. I was happily surprised by the more-intelligent-than-most handling of the threat, Rabbit's Foot. And no one in the theatre missed the unparalleled *intensity* that Cruise brings to this role.… Expand
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LouisB.May 19, 2006
M.I.-3 is fast paced and very exciting.The special effects are incredible. Hoffman makes a great villain.A great summer movie, good escapism.
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AngieJun 25, 2006
I absolutely LOVE this movie! Tom Cruise is at his best running full-throttle down the streets of Beijing... People need to forget about Tom Cruise's politics and simply enjoy this movie... It's called ENTERTAINMENT.
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asthobaskoroDec 24, 2011
Mission Impossible III delivers good drama than action. Not so much pumping action scenes. But it works for thrilling summer movie. J.J. Abrams is good.
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chardr69May 25, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The third "Mission: Impossible" film starring Tom Cruise as IMF Agent Ethan Hunt. This time directed by "Lost" creator J.J. Abrams.

Ethan Hunt is now training IMF agents and ready to settle down and marry the woman he loves, Julia (Michelle Monaghan). That is until one of the new agents he trained, Lindsay Ferris (Keri Russell) is captured by weapons dealer Owen Davian (Philip Seymour Hoffman) in Berlin. Hunt is called back into active duty to save her, but after the mission fails, he decides to track down and capture Davian in Rome without authorization, with the help of his IMF team (Ving Rhames, Johnathan Rhys-Meyers and Maggie Q.). After Davian escapes with the help of someone inside IMF, he kidnaps Julia and threatens to kill her unless Hunt gets him a secret unknown weapon called "the rabbits foot" from a secure building in Shanghai, China. Now, Hunt must race against time to save Julia, and stop Davian from getting his hands on "the rabbits foot".

The plot is a little predictable, and the one theme that stays constant throughout all three films is that the IMF has a lot of traitors within its organization, but in my opinion this is the best of the "Mission: Impossible" movies. Director J.J. Abrams gives the film a very gritty feel, and you can see the influences of "Lost" in his style, as well with Michael Giacchino's music score. Philip Seymour Hoffman is a great villain, and I loved the way he met his end (face meet bumper)!… Expand
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drlowdonJun 7, 2013
Having given up his high-risk assignments in favour of training new agents and the opportunity to settle down with his fiance Ethan Hunt (Cruise) finds himself back in the field when his young protege goes missing.

As with most big budgetHaving given up his high-risk assignments in favour of training new agents and the opportunity to settle down with his fiance Ethan Hunt (Cruise) finds himself back in the field when his young protege goes missing.

As with most big budget blockbusters Mission Impossible 3 is full of plot holes and convenient happenings. Thanks to some well directed action sequences and good performances from most of the cast however it is certainly an entertaining enough watch and provides what you would expect from the genre, nothing more, nothing less.… Expand
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NEEBONDDec 24, 2011
I give this movie 100% ratings because its the best action thriller till now of tom cruise. The movie just takes you in a cruise full of action and mind bending thriller which no one has seen yet. It really keeps your interest in whats next.I give this movie 100% ratings because its the best action thriller till now of tom cruise. The movie just takes you in a cruise full of action and mind bending thriller which no one has seen yet. It really keeps your interest in whats next. This one is one of the best action thriller movie till now.… Expand
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FIlmsareawesomeSep 23, 2011
That's what a call action, and good one. it's a low 8, but for the type of movie I was very impressed, I watched the first one, didn't like it that much, but this one i enjoyed. J.J. Abrams had to came to make this collection better offThat's what a call action, and good one. it's a low 8, but for the type of movie I was very impressed, I watched the first one, didn't like it that much, but this one i enjoyed. J.J. Abrams had to came to make this collection better off course. Tom Cruise was freaking fantastic in the movie, like he was jumping, shooting, killing, hell that **** was awesome.… Expand
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TyranianApr 12, 2019
Best mission yet, smarter plot, less ridiculous and ton of fun. Really grounds the series.
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Jedi_JettsonFeb 29, 2012
The tension and the antagonists are frenetic and make the mission continuous among an impossible level. Though, it is tied with Mission: Impossible II.
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movie2187Dec 31, 2011
best film out of the 4.(GREAT VILLIAN,Mr.Hoffman) It has the intelligence of the first (the second best film after Fargo in 1996), and the action is almost as good as ghost protocol, the 2nd mission impossible is the weakest, (it is enjoyablebest film out of the 4.(GREAT VILLIAN,Mr.Hoffman) It has the intelligence of the first (the second best film after Fargo in 1996), and the action is almost as good as ghost protocol, the 2nd mission impossible is the weakest, (it is enjoyable even with all the flaws tho). Anyways I rink the films 1.Mi 3(10) 2.Mi 1(10) 3.Mi 4(9.5) 4. Mi2(7) Ghost Protocol is The Best Action film in years but it's story is pretty mediocre,even though the actual dialogue is clever and the pacing and cinematography is amazing for an action film) Overall Mi 3 is the best of the series because it executes everything! But M.I. 4 Has the best Action and is the Funniest, Mi 1 Has the best direction(I LOVED the feeling of paranoia and experimental cinematography) and Mi2 is fairly enjoyable even with flaws....Great Action Series… Expand
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SpangleAug 4, 2015
Having seen the first four Mission: Impossibles, I can safely say that MI3 is my favorite installment, solely because of Philip Seymour Hoffman. The best villain in the series and, honestly, one of the better ones in recent memory, Hoffman'sHaving seen the first four Mission: Impossibles, I can safely say that MI3 is my favorite installment, solely because of Philip Seymour Hoffman. The best villain in the series and, honestly, one of the better ones in recent memory, Hoffman's performance here is fantastic and deliciously evil. Tom Cruise is fantastic as well here, doubled by him performing most of his own stunts, which I continue to find very, very impressive. The action is well directed by JJ Abrams and the film most certainly entertains. Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, and Keri Russell, are also really good. The scene with Russell has also left me paranoid whenever I have a headache, so thanks for that Mission: Impossible III. Overall, this one is a very good action film that entertains in spades and thanks to Hoffman's spectacular turn as the antagonist here, it is elevated above the other installments in the series.… Expand
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BrianMcCriticJun 20, 2013
It was good to see this series get back on track after a sub par sequel. J.J. Abrams brings a sense of style and story telling that gives this series back its kick. Plus it's always good to add Phillip Seymour Hoffman.
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LoRevisorJan 29, 2015
Eu subestimei Tom Cruise,ele é um bom ator,e dar uma excelente performance como Ethan Hunt nesse incrível Missão Impossível 3,Philip Seymour Hoffman dar uma boa performance como vilão mas creio que ele é um pouco Superestimado,MichelleEu subestimei Tom Cruise,ele é um bom ator,e dar uma excelente performance como Ethan Hunt nesse incrível Missão Impossível 3,Philip Seymour Hoffman dar uma boa performance como vilão mas creio que ele é um pouco Superestimado,Michelle Monaghan é excelente,Ving Rhames,Maggie Q,Simon Pegg,Jonathan Rhys Meyers,Keri Russell e Laurence Fishburne também estão excelentes,Com excelentes cenas de ação e muito suspense.… Expand
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MovieGuysFeb 9, 2014
A month ago, I would've wrote "Mission Impossible III isn't the best movie by itself, but a down-to-earth, no-bs performance by Phillip Seymour Hoffman really elevated the movie to a new level." Now (February 9th, 2014), I write the sameA month ago, I would've wrote "Mission Impossible III isn't the best movie by itself, but a down-to-earth, no-bs performance by Phillip Seymour Hoffman really elevated the movie to a new level." Now (February 9th, 2014), I write the same thing. The late actor's performance in this movie was one of his best, probably about 4th to Doubt, The Master, and Capote. His talents will be missed.… Expand
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ThatCooperGuyJul 25, 2015
"M:I 2" was really stupid, but "M:I III" is such a big improvement.

Why do most people hate this film? This is the first "M:I" movie that's GOOD! Like, really good! We've got great performances by Tom Cruise and his team. Along with a"M:I 2" was really stupid, but "M:I III" is such a big improvement.

Why do most people hate this film? This is the first "M:I" movie that's GOOD! Like, really good! We've got great performances by Tom Cruise and his team. Along with a fantastic performance by the late Philip Seymour Hoffman, if there's one thing this guy knew how to do, it was playing an awesome villain. The action scenes are awesome, the stunt work is great, and the cinematography is pretty neat. There is lens flair, especially since this is a J.J. Abrams movie(his feature directorial debut, BTW). It's still a good first attempt in the director's chair for Abrams.

I recommend skipping the first two films and starting with this one. It's solid entertainment.… Expand
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marcmyworksFeb 8, 2017
This whole film felt like an extra long episode of Alias, from the flashbacks to the music and even down to some of the minor casting. The mission in this film didn't quite seem impossible but was a vast improvement on number 2.
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moslegend34Jun 6, 2015
Par for the course. Lacked the suspense of the second movie or the plot of the first. Saved largely by impressive stunts, disguises, deadpan multilingual dialogue and Simon Pegg. To be fair the first scene in the building complex was 007Par for the course. Lacked the suspense of the second movie or the plot of the first. Saved largely by impressive stunts, disguises, deadpan multilingual dialogue and Simon Pegg. To be fair the first scene in the building complex was 007 worthy. Give it half an hour.… Expand
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TheDude-Aug 2, 2015
Fast-paced, with eye-popping stunts and special effects, the latest Mission: Impossible installment delivers everything an action fan could ask for. A thrilling summer popcorn flick.
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sicranoAug 8, 2015
The First Mission: Impossible that i watch is this III or 3,,,,,is a great one ssomewhat underrated.....................................................................................
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CineAutoctonoDec 6, 2015
Mission : Impossible III was a powerful film , and a lot of intrigue , where " Tomsito " for the third time playing all in a very dangerous mission , and for me the most dramatic .
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aadityamudharApr 19, 2016
A great combination of the the first two movies' strengths. It felt like an extended version of the original television series. Great. If this is any indication of the summer to come, we are in good shape. JJ Abrams Trek venture is now highlyA great combination of the the first two movies' strengths. It felt like an extended version of the original television series. Great. If this is any indication of the summer to come, we are in good shape. JJ Abrams Trek venture is now highly anticipated for me. The bridge scene is riveting. Kong and the T-rexes riveting. Give Tom Cruise his props, not one of the three MIs has been a bomb. I feel justified in stating that these films are the closest equivalent to 007 we have. Moms, grandpops, and teenies likes MI. Fanboys stick to Bourne's mole-hunt upon mole-hunt contrived euro-sedan chase sequences. Don't get it twisted, I like those films, choppy editing and all, its just that they has strayed SO far from the brilliant source material. Which brings me full circle. IMF in Peter Graves' day was always about the hacker, the strongman, and the make-up artist. The fact that dude is crazy in real life adds to the believability that Ethan Hunt would do the insane base-jumping stunts in each movie. Oprah's coach was just conditioning. Props to VIC ARMSTRONG the second unit director AND stunt coordinator. He Indy being drug behind the nazi benz cargo truck in Raiders. Cruise and Abrams have managed to interject the Tom's personal life(engagement/googley eyes) into a blockbuster and it took NADA away from the characterizations, plot, or tone of the film. Jason Strahams and Karl Urbans take note. This is how to do it. He didn't have me at hello... But MI:3 had me at the lip reading, the execution scene, and moonwalking up and down the Vatican walls. Let see Robert Langdon do that!… Expand
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alejandro970Jul 5, 2020
Tom Cruise maybe is not my favorite actor but he knows how to handle the franchise without twisting the series' original concept, and making it better and better. Now we see the hero, and his wife, with life hanging by a thread; The best areTom Cruise maybe is not my favorite actor but he knows how to handle the franchise without twisting the series' original concept, and making it better and better. Now we see the hero, and his wife, with life hanging by a thread; The best are the action scenes in The Vatican, Berlin and Shanghai. To see with a large plate of popcorn.… Expand
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ViniciusBritoAug 1, 2018
The third movie of the mission impossible franchise takes place years after the second one and Ethan Hunt is retired from the field but he trains others to become agents. Ethan quit the job most likely because he is looking foward to start aThe third movie of the mission impossible franchise takes place years after the second one and Ethan Hunt is retired from the field but he trains others to become agents. Ethan quit the job most likely because he is looking foward to start a family with his new girlfriend. Because of the struggle of a agent that he trained, he feels forced to get back to work for help and during this he find out some trafficking situations that he needs to work on to fix things. Directed by J. J. Abrams.
The story of this movie isn't much complex as the first one is, but it isn't so less interesting and so unrealistic as the second one. This movie have a story that it is functional, but not even by far it is the most attractive point here, it isn't very original and doesn't have big moments, but then again, it is functional, it definely works. It does have a plot twists that it is straight outta the first one, it is just like that one. Their team at principle it is just like the other 2, a guy to invade, one to hack and one to escape in an helicopter, but later on it changes and they get more creative, wich is always better. They gave time for us to care about some new characters that was needed, they start the movie with a flash foward, wich i'm not so sure about it, not sure if it was the better of the options. The movie also have some coincidences that is hard to bought but definely doesn't bother if you get your disbelief on point. There are some moments where the movie tries to make you believe in somethings that are just badly done. But you can feel the adrenaline and the urgency here, so they did a good job in this part. I also liked how the explained somethings that were used in the other two movies in this one, it was very nice.
The acting in this movie did a good job. The better one by far was Tom Cruise, givin to the character of Ethan Hunt a layer that we didn't had much in the other two movies, wich is more of a desperated one in a cliffhanger situation, he cries and completely forgot of that smile Ethan, Tom make me completely bought his concern and his rage in some moments, and also didn't forgot that trick personality at the same time, so he did a great job here with that overwhelmed Ethan. Michelle Monaghan had a supporting job, she was kind and sweet, he did very well what they told her to, no complains on her. Ving Rhames is here one more time, and his character still pretty damn cool, he convinced being that hacker, he had a little more time in this one to talk about different things, but he did so good as he did in the other ones. Simon Pegg is also in this movie and he was funny, and have a very crucial part in the story, his acting was on point passing that his character is not the most confident ever, but is also a believer. Philip Seymour Hoffman interpretate a villain that it is simply unidimensional, like is characteristic of this series, he is just bad and is threatning people all the time, he did a good job considering what they gave him to do, he convinced me that he is just a bad man with the way he look to others and the way that he talks. Laurence Fishburne is also here and didn't had much to do, he was like his role in CSI, didn't had much time, but he was functional.
The action was surely the high point in this movie, there is some sequences that are really brethtaking, the bridge sequence they did with maestry, that was just 100% nice, it was very good in every possible way. The first invading scene was cool, but i don't think that it was perfect, at the begining of that part it was good that they make things pretty clear what was going to happen, but in some moments it felt that they was just shooting to random places, they didn't convinced me that they knew what they are doing, maybe it was the montage, i'm not sure, but at the start things didn't felt way connected. The second mission that they had to pick it up, that was another really cool moment, it wasn't the most nice thing ever but still was really well done in that Vaticano place. And also more by the end things got more crazy, jumping trough windows, somethings that they decided not to show, wich i'm not sure if it also was the best of the ideas. But generally it was really cool. The soundtrack worked very well, they really contextualizes the scenes very well, so as the main theme it is still pretty damn cool.
The cinematography got back to how it was in the first movie, and it is great, using those Dutch angles, and a moving camera, a camera that almost never is calm it is always agitated with the situation and that is awesome.… Expand
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Kes4278Dec 28, 2019
It’s an improvement over the 2nd movie and Tom Cruise was good again. Really good action
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ahmedaiman9999Aug 21, 2018
Just from the opening sequence, and Philip Seymour Hoffman's fantastic villain I knew that this one is gonna erase John Woo's dull sequel from my memory. MI III is incredibly fast-paced that there is almost no downtime. However, that didn'tJust from the opening sequence, and Philip Seymour Hoffman's fantastic villain I knew that this one is gonna erase John Woo's dull sequel from my memory. MI III is incredibly fast-paced that there is almost no downtime. However, that didn't stop the emotional stakes from working. It also has breathtaking action set-pieces, cool stunts, dazzling special effects, twisty-turny plot that kept me thinking throughout its entire runtime. Its plot is twisted and convoluted yet, unlike the first installment, never confusing. Instead it's actually so clever and thought-provoking. Everything kept turning upside down, and I enjoyed that! Also this movie has an awesome cast. Besides Tom cruise who did his best as always, the cast includes Philip Seymour Hoffman who made a fantastic villain that, in my opinion, we didn't need any more depth to his character as long as what we have more than enough to serve the plot. Michelle Monaghan is great as Julia. Ving Rhames is badass as usual. Also I think Laurence Fishburne was a pleasant addition to the franchise. Simon Pegg didn't have much screen time, but the couple scenes he was in are pure GOLD!

Loved how the score fits the action scenes perfectly, and the cinematography also is very good, although I had some difficulties while watching with the excessive use of close-ups.

The wrap-up could have been a little bit more convincing, but it's fine nonetheless. Overall, I can say that J.J. Abrams saved the franchise after the clumsy second installment that was trying to make a James Bond out of Ethan Hunt. I also think Mission: Impossible III is one of the most entertaining and ,sadly, underrated action movies ever made.

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Suhailmustafa01Jul 30, 2018
Fast paced, great action. A fresh breath after the second one. A solid entry
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zNeverSleepingJan 27, 2020
Incrível evolução dentre seus antecedentes.

Missão Impossível 3 tem tudo que um filme de ação precisa para brilhar e vai além! Elenco incrível, personagens humanificados, roteiro muito bem escrito, com cenas de tensão de tirar o folego,Incrível evolução dentre seus antecedentes.

Missão Impossível 3 tem tudo que um filme de ação precisa para brilhar e vai além!
Elenco incrível, personagens humanificados, roteiro muito bem escrito, com cenas de tensão de tirar o folego, edição muito bem ordenada, OST de volta as origens, planos complexos e explicações que antes nem eram cogitadas, fora todo o suspense envolvido no enredo que torna a experiência muito mais vidrante.… Expand
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DiptanshuApr 19, 2020
Amazing movie!great music,story and screenplay with good acting sharp dialogues especially flag one from fishburne,this movie was not full of mask on playing someone it was very little in it but mask creation process was great.it is filledAmazing movie!great music,story and screenplay with good acting sharp dialogues especially flag one from fishburne,this movie was not full of mask on playing someone it was very little in it but mask creation process was great.it is filled with spectacular moments like kidnapping the villain it was tensed and amazing,bridge fight,swinging from building was great the music in it was hauntingly great this type of movies really made us feel antagonist is someone and it played out to be another one this franchise is great on that its unpredictable.Amazing rescue scene it feels tensed starting 30 mins was slow but good buildup after that the edge of the seat ride it was.climax was great rabbit foot starting and ending finished perfectly.overall not masterpiece as 1st one but fast paced awesomely great movie!… Expand
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HeroicAge616Oct 27, 2021
M:I III advances Cruise's Ethan Hunt beyond James Bond lite and ups the stakes despite some unfortunate plot conveniences.
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royalguy07Jun 14, 2022
Perfectly paced, great villain, big hair improvement over MI2. This gave the franchise the legs it needed to enter its prime in the 2010s.
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PatFlores2003Apr 29, 2022
I would say that this movie of the saga is my favorite of the saga, and the truth is that I really liked it because of the direction of J.J. Abrahams in his directorial debut. Although it has some flaws that did not attract attention, theI would say that this movie of the saga is my favorite of the saga, and the truth is that I really liked it because of the direction of J.J. Abrahams in his directorial debut. Although it has some flaws that did not attract attention, the truth is that Tom Cruise achieved with his charisma to fulfill the mission. The action sequences are impressive, the music is good, the editing and cinematography are excellent and the production and direction I would say is spectacular. I must confess that it is my favorite movie of the saga because so far I have seen it twice, really!!!.… Expand
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Sopa_de_BaconJul 20, 2023
In my opinion this film is way better then the fisrt two, have a good vilian, good characters development and good action scenees, but a mediocre end. I recommend it.
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