In the process, the entire trajectory, continuity, and public perception of the Mission: Impossible saga would’ve changed forever. Who Was Jim Phelps in 1996’s Mission: Impossible?

Mission: Impossible is a franchise built upon espionage games and massive stunt-action spectacle – which, ironically enough, means that the films have to go the extra mile to surprise viewers.

By Michael C. Bender Reporting from Washington Linda McMahon’s first act as secretary of education was to instruct staff to prepare for its “final mission,” her clearest indication yet of ...