Tom Cruise defies gravity in BTS footage of daredevil train sequence from 'Mission: Impossible 7', netizens gasp for more

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Tom Cruise is back with another jaw-dropping stunt in the much-awaited film, 'Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One', set to hit theaters on July 12. Known for his daredevil approach, Cruise never fails to deliver the extraordinary, and this time is no different. On Wednesday, the actor posted a behind-the-scenes video on Twitter, sharing a glimpse of the iconic train sequence, showcasing the intense action and thrill that awaits viewers. “This train sequence was tricky, but the outcome made it all worth it. I can't wait for everyone to see it come to life!” Cruise wrote in the caption. The train sequence, shot in Norway and the UK, features Cruise's IMF agent Ethan Hunt engaging in a knife fight atop a train hurtling at 60 miles per hour through a breathtaking valley. In the clip, the heart-pounding action culminates with the train dramatically nose diving into the water, leaving Cruise and Hayley Atwell's character, Grace, desperately clinging to a carriage for survival.

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Cruise can be seen actively participating in the scene's execution, ensuring the audience experiences the thrill firsthand. Director Christopher McQuarrie revealed that the train sequence was a long-awaited adventure, designed to take the 'Mission: Impossible' franchise to new heights. With practical filmmaking at its core, the team faced numerous challenges, including building the train itself to capture the thrilling crash scene.

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The commitment to realism extended to designing different trains and cars that