Key Takeaways:
• Jeremy Renner could potentially make a return to the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise, as his daughter is older now.
• The actor had to leave the franchise earlier due to his commitment towards his daughter.
• Renner was a part of the billion-dollar franchise for two movies alongside Tom Cruise.
• ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two’ is currently under production and is expected to be one of the world’s costliest movies.
• The movie has reportedly exceeded its budget, nearing $400 million.
Jeremy Renner, the resounding Marvel icon, best known for his role as Hawkeye, once graced the billion-dollar ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise. Partnering with the evergreen Tom Cruise, Renner brought life to the intriguing character of William Brandt in two installments of the franchise.
Parental Duties Beckon Jeremy Renner
The year 2014 was an eventful one for Renner. He embraced the joys of fatherhood with the arrival of his daughter and also tied the knot with Canadian model Sonni Pacheco. However, their marriage was short-lived, ending in a divorce in 2015. Amidst these personal changes, Renner was juggling his role in the ‘Mission: Impossible’ series.
Renner’s decision to prioritize his daughter saw his departure from the franchise. He starred alongside Cruise in ‘Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol’ and ‘Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation’ before retiring from his role.
Speaking to Collider about his exit, Renner expressed deep admiration for the franchise and his co-stars. His longing to participate more was evident, but his role as a father took precedence. The actor clarified that the filming process, which predominantly took place overseas, required a time commitment that was incompatible with his parenting schedule.
A Potential Comeback in the Offing
Interestingly, Renner did not rule out the possibility of returning to the franchise. He hinted that with his daughter growing older, reprising his role as Brandt might be an option. Yet, as exciting as this might sound to fans, it remains merely speculative, and official announcements are awaited.
Bogged down with high production costs, the beloved franchise is under scrutiny for breaching its budget limit. Insider reports indicate that the budget for the upcoming ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two’ is bordering on $400 million.
The Skyrocketing Budget of ‘Mission: Impossible 8’
‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two’, presently under production, is known for its stunning action sequences and Tom Cruise’s notorious penchant for performing his own stunts. However, this commitment to action and cinema has led to a steep increase in the movie’s budget.
In 2023, ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One’ had a production budget of $291 million, as reported by IMDB. The latest sequel, however, exhibits a significant increase, with estimates placing it nearly $100 million over its predecessor.
The Mirror recently reported a submarine malfunction, which resulted in an additional $25 million in production costs, exacerbating the budget issues. These setbacks not only translate to monetary loss but also delay production, ramping up expenses further.
Despite the skyrocketing budget and associated tensions, ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two’ is set to hit the U.S cinemas on May 23, 2025. Whether Jeremy Renner will be part of this grand spectacle remains a mystery!
