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Jeremy Renner Discusses Exit from Mission: Impossible Franchise and Potential Return

Jeremy Renner Discusses Exit from Mission: Impossible Franchise and Potential Return
Jeremy Renner in Mission: Impossible 6 (Paramount Pictures)

Jeremy Renner’s absence from the Mission: Impossible franchise since his appearance in 2015’s Rogue Nation has left fans wondering about his departure and potential return. Renner recently shed light on this matter, explaining that his decision to step away from the franchise was influenced by the demanding schedule required for filming, which became challenging after becoming a father.

In a conversation with Collider, Renner disclosed that although he was initially slated for more involvement in the franchise, the extensive time commitment, particularly filming in London, posed difficulties for him as a parent. Despite this, Renner expressed his fondness for the Mission: Impossible team, particularly his admiration for Tom Cruise, and his attachment to the character of William Brandt.

Jeremy Renner Discusses Exit from Mission: Impossible Franchise and Potential Return

Jeremy Renner in Mission: Impossible 6 (Paramount Pictures)

Renner’s portrayal of Brandt, an intelligence analyst and aide to the IMF Secretary, debuted in 2011’s Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol. The film marked a significant success for the franchise, receiving praise from critics and earning $694 million globally, becoming the highest-grossing entry at the time.

In Rogue Nation, Renner’s character, Brandt, transitions to the CIA after the IMF is disbanded, embarking on a mission to confront The Syndicate, a black ops terrorist group. The film continued the franchise’s streak of critical acclaim and commercial success, grossing $683 million worldwide.

Jeremy Renner Discusses Exit from Mission: Impossible Franchise and Potential Return

Jeremy Renner in Mission: Impossible 6 (Paramount Pictures)

Despite his hiatus, Renner remains open to reprising his role as Brandt in future Mission: Impossible installments. With his daughter now older, Renner sees the possibility of balancing his personal and professional commitments more effectively, indicating his willingness to return to the franchise whenever the opportunity arises.

Renner’s contributions to the Mission: Impossible series have been well-received, and his potential comeback would undoubtedly be welcomed by fans eager to see him reunite with the team for more thrilling adventures.

Mona Sharma
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Mona is a film lover based in Chennai, India. She focuses on the South Indian film industry and enjoys sharing her thoughts on new releases. You can email her at [email protected].

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