While fans appreciated the glowing endorsement of the film, many were also intrigued by the noticeable height difference in the photo. Wilkins stands at 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters), while Cruise is commonly reported to be around 5 feet 6 inches (1.7 meters). With Wilkins positioned slightly closer to the camera, the visual contrast stood out — sparking plenty of online curiosity and speculation about the perspective and camera angle.
Still, the real focus of the day was the film — and Cruise’s enduring commitment to performing his own daring stunts.
During their conversation, Wilkins asked Cruise about the origins of his fearless stunt work. “I think it started when I was about three,” Cruise recalled with a smile. “I used to climb out of windows and onto the roof at night just to look at the stars. It’s just always been a part of me.”
When asked whether he ever feels fear during high-risk scenes, Cruise shared a thoughtful response: “It’s not that I don’t feel fear — I just don’t let it stop me. I don’t mind being scared. It pushes me.”
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is already drawing significant attention for its estimated $400 million budget and its signature, action-packed sequences. Early critic reactions suggest it could be one of the most thrilling entries in the franchise yet.
“An absolute adrenaline rush,” said reviewer Anthony Gagliardi. “Cruise proves once again that he’s the king of cinematic spectacle.”
Fandango’s Erik Davis echoed that sentiment, calling it “the wildest and most consequential Mission movie to date,” while film critic Dave Baldwin added, “It’s pulse-pounding, gasp-inducing, and wildly entertaining.”
With rave early reviews, a massive production scale, and Cruise’s relentless energy, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning looks poised to be one of the year’s biggest cinematic events.
Sources: Daily Mail