Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One Lights Up Box Office with $80 Million Opening, but Misses Expectations

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Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One opened to $160 million in North America over the weekend, marking the biggest opening of 2023 and the second-best opening for a Tom Cruise film. The film also grossed $288 million internationally, for a global total of $448 million.

The film's success is a sign that audiences are eager to return to theaters for big-budget action films. It is also a testament to Cruise's star power, as he has consistently delivered box-office hits throughout his career.

The film's opening weekend was ahead of expectations, which had projected a $120 million to $140 million opening. The film's strong performance is likely due to a number of factors, including positive reviews, strong word-of-mouth, and the pent-up demand for big-screen entertainment.

Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One is the seventh installment in the Mission: Impossible franchise. The film is directed by Christopher McQuarrie and stars Tom Cruise, Rebecca Ferguson, Hayley Atwell, and Vanessa Kirby. The film follows Ethan Hunt as he tries to stop a group of terrorists from starting World War III.

The film has received positive reviews from critics, with many praising Cruise's performance and McQuarrie's direction. The film has also been a commercial success, grossing over $448 million worldwide.

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