It inspired a series of theatrical motion pictures starring Tom Cruise beginning in 1996. By 2011, the franchise generated over $4 billion in revenue making Mission: Impossible one of the highest-grossing media franchises of all time.
The film sparked a string of theatrical movies featuring Tom Cruise, commencing in 1996. By 2011, the series had accumulated more than $4 billion in profits, positioning Mission: Impossible as one of the most commercially successful entertainment franchises.